ESS Arkansas

10/09/2026

10/07/2026

✨ A Little Inspiration Goes a LONG Way! ✨🍎

ESS Account Manager Barbara Hampton recently visited Wonderview School District and spotted the sweetest, most inspiring messages displayed! 💙

And Wonderview, we couldn’t agree more! 🥰

🌟 Always believe in yourself! You are stronger than you think, capable of amazing things, and never know just how far a little kindness can go.

Kindness costs nothing, but it can mean EVERYTHING to someone else. A smile, an encouraging word, or a simple act of kindness can brighten someone’s day and create a ripple effect that spreads far beyond what we can see. 💕🔥

Let’s keep believing, encouraging, and spreading kindness wherever we go. Who knows? That one small act might just help change the world! 🌎❤️

10/06/2026

🍿 ESS POPPED IN for a little OPEN HOUSE fun! 🍿

ESS Account Manager Kokie Thuston POPPED over to Conway Public Schools Ida Burns Elementary to share some salty popcorn goodness during Open House! 🏫💙

We LOVE getting to be part of these special nights, connecting with our school families, and sharing a little treat along the way! After all, life is butter with a little popcorn and a whole lot of school spirit! 😉🍿

Thanks for letting ESS be part of the fun, Ida Burns Elementary! We’re popping with excitement for this to be a great year! ❤️

10/05/2026

🎨🍎 A LITTLE SCHOOL SPIRIT💙

Account Manager Brandi Barrett made a special stop at Woodrow Wilson Elementary in Paragould School District to deliver ESS calendars to our amazing Partners in Education! 📅❤️

While she was there, she spotted the CUTEST mural and couldn’t resist stopping for a picture! 📸✨ We love seeing the creativity, color, and personality that make each of our schools so special. From beautiful murals to bright young minds, there’s always something worth celebrating in our school communities! 🖌️🏫

Thank you, Woodrow Wilson Elementary, for letting us be a small part of your big things! 💙

10/02/2026

📚🍎 Greene County Subs are READY to make this school year amazing! 🎉

Account Manager Brandi Barrett has been busy hosting orientations in Paragould for our Greene County area schools, and WOW… what a turnout! 🙌 We’re so excited to welcome these new faces to the ESS family and can’t wait to see the difference they make in classrooms across the area this year.

Every great school year takes a team, and we’re thrilled to have these amazing substitutes ready to step up, support educators, and make a difference for students! ✏️✨

Here’s to new beginnings, full classrooms, and a school year full of possibilities!

10/01/2026

🎒📚 A GREAT NIGHT AT SIMON MIDDLE SCHOOL! 🍎✨

There’s nothing better than seeing the excitement of a new school year and students ready to learn! 💙 Our Account Manager, Kokie Thuston, had a wonderful time attending Conway Public Schools' Simon Middle School Open House and getting to see all the eager faces ready for a great year ahead! 🥰✏️

📸 Pictured: Kokie Thuston, Principal Branch (white jacket), and Junior High Secretary Mrs. White!

At ESS, we love being part of the school community and supporting the amazing people who make a difference in students’ lives every day. Here’s to a fantastic school year so far and can't wait to see it filled with learning, growth, and success! 💙🍎

09/29/2026

🎨 Calling all K-12 students! The next chapter in your favorite fairy tale is waiting for you to illustrate it! We’re excited to see where your creativity takes the story next for our 2027 ESS Art Contest, "Once upon a school day, a fairy tale came to life. What happened next?”

⏰ Submit your artwork by December 13, 2026, at 8:00 pm Eastern Time.

💰 Winning students will each receive a $500 American Express gift card and $500 for their school!

✍️ Contest details can be found at http://ArtContest.ESS.com.

09/29/2026

Education and hiring aren’t about filling seats or checking boxes—they are about connection. 💡

When we stop talking at people and start talking with them, everything changes. Classrooms come alive with curiosity!

True engagement starts when one:
👉 Ask questions that matter.
👉 Listen more than you speak.
👉 Show up as a person who works for ESS, dedicated to their experience.

How are you building real connections in your classroom, team, or workplace today?
Drop your thoughts below! 👇
Let’s talk about it!

09/28/2026

No question is too small, and every question matters! With the school year now rocking and rolling, we wanted to take a moment and open the floor to you all 😊
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We value your future in teaching and want to answer your questions about your school today. If you are wondering about role-specific details, school culture, or certification requirements, ask us now!

Why You Should Ask:
No question is too small.
Clear doubts help you find the right job.
Curiosity makes you a great educator.

What to Ask Us:
How does the pay scale work?
What is the daily school culture like?
How do I transfer my certification?
What support do new teachers get?

09/25/2026

🧚‍♀️✨ The Goodie Fairy has arrived! ✨🧚‍♀️

Our ESS Account Manager, Kokie Thuston, stopped by Conway Public Schools to sprinkle a little sweetness into the start of the new school year! 🍎📚

Kokie dropped off some goodies for the amazing educators and staff, along with new training materials to help kick off a successful year. And, of course, she couldn’t resist capturing the cutest iconic moment while passing out treats! 🍬💙

We think every school year could use a little extra kindness, a few treats, and a whole lot of support. 😉

So… shall we officially call her the ESS Goodie Fairy? 🧚‍♀️✨

Here’s to a fantastic new school year, Conway School District! We’re so happy to be part of your team! 🍎📖💫