Siloam Springs School District

Paleontology in action! 🦕Ms. Futrell's 1st-grade class got hands-on and dug up some fossils! Over the past several weeks, they learned all about the history of the earth dating back to these prehistoric creatures. Ms. Futrell and her students want to give a BIG THANK YOU to our Siloam Springs Public School Foundation 🥰 It's through the grant Ms. Futrell received from the Foundation that allowed this lesson to be possible!

If you’d like to learn more or help support exciting, engaging experiences like this for students across our district, click here: https://www.sspsf.org/

Child Find: Because Every Child Matters ❗Child Find is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and it guides an important responsibility we take to heart: locating, identifying, and evaluating children who may need early intervention or special education services.

But for us, Child Find is more than a requirement—it’s personal. We truly believe in meeting children where they are. We care deeply about the students who may need a little more time, a slower pace, or learning presented in a completely different way. Every child learns differently, and every child deserves the support they need to thrive.

If you believe your child could benefit from special education services, we encourage you to reach out to your child’s principal. Our team would be honored to walk alongside your family and serve your child with care, understanding, and heart.

REMINDER ❗ The School Board meeting will be NEXT Thursday, February 19th, at 5:30 pm inside the admin building board room (3050 Cheri Whitlock Dr). 🟢Click here to watch live: https://www.youtube.com/@siloamspringspublicschools8802/streams

If you hear your child say, “I saw princes and princesses today,” believe them—they’re telling the truth! ✨ Our Winter Homecoming Court visited all of our campuses this afternoon, spreading lots of sparkle and smiles along the way. The dresses were glittering, ties were perfectly straight, and the megawatt smiles were everywhere 😊At our younger campuses, members of the court read a book to each class, while students at our older schools had the chance to ask the court some great questions, including:

-Do you drive a Ferrari?
-Does the cell-to-cell, no-bell schedule still apply in high school?
-But really… how hard is high school? Like, super hard? 👀
-How can I succeed when I get to high school?
-I want to be an astrophysicist. Will high school give me the opportunities to help me get there?

We’ll be sharing another photo dump from tomorrow’s festivities, so be on the lookout! 📸✨ #Limitless

Today is School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! 🥳 These incredible individuals show up early in the mornings and late in the afternoons, all to keep our children safe. A few things you may not know about this special group: they love poking fun at one another, remember even the smallest details about students and adults alike, and truly love what they do. Crossing guards are often overlooked, but every role in the SSSD matters—especially theirs. The next time you see one of these friendly faces, be sure to offer a smile and a few words of encouragement! Also missing from our group photo is Ms. Gail, who helps keep our Southside students safe. 💖 #Limitless

This week is Winter Homecoming! ❄️ On Thursday, these exceptional young men and women will visit each of our campuses, waving to their adoring fans along the way 😉 On Friday, we’ll wrap up the celebration with our Homecoming Pep Rally at the high school at 2:45 p.m. The pep rally is open to the public; however, all guests must check in through the high school front office and present a valid driver’s license. The excitement continues Friday evening with home basketball games beginning at 4:00 p.m. and running into the night. Add in testing across some of our buildings and Valentine’s festivities, and we’ve got ourselves one very full week! #Limitless

This week, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the INCREDIBLE school counselors who support, guide, and advocate for our students every single day. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment make a lasting difference in our school community.

Thank you to Heather, Chelsea, Kristen, Cruz, Judith, Morgan, Brendan, Desi, Leslie, Mary, and Joel for all that you do—listening, encouraging, problem-solving, and always showing up for our students and staff. We are truly grateful for each of you! Help us show them some love this week 👏 #Limitless

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Maria Barrientos, a cherished member of our school family, who passed away yesterday. Maria’s educational journey was marked by dedication and excellence, and for 14 years, she served the Siloam Springs School District with deep passion and care for students.

Principal Eumia Fullerton shared, “Maria was one of the most dedicated teachers I have ever known. She had a big heart, an unmatched work ethic, and a genuine concern for both the academic and emotional well-being of her students. She truly believed education was essential to a child’s success.”

Former Principal Josh Killian reflected, “Maria was the heart of Southside—often the first face families saw and a steady presence they trusted. Her decision to return to school to earn her teaching degree speaks volumes about her character and love for others. She will be deeply missed.”

Our thoughts are with Maria’s loved ones and all who were impacted by her life. Counseling services will be available to support students and staff during this difficult time. You can find Maria’s obituary and information regarding services at the link below: https://tinyurl.com/8kx5m6wr

We will also be holding a Celebration of Life Service in honor of Maria, which is open to the public. Additional details can be found in the flyer below.

We're back, baby! 🥳 School will be in session tomorrow, Friday, January 30, with limited rural bus routes. Our Transportation Department will contact families on affected routes directly. We can’t wait to see your smiling faces tomorrow, Panther Nation!

There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th. We understand that many main roads are clear and that this decision may be frustrating for some. However, we ask that you consider the back roads where many of our students live, which remain icy and unsafe. At this time, we cannot safely send buses on those roads. Thank you for understanding, Panther Nation.

Today’s Guest Teacher Orientation has been cancelled. We will share a new date as soon as it is rescheduled. At the Siloam Springs School District, we proudly refer to our substitute teachers as Guest Teachers—because when you work with us, you’re not just filling in, you’re our guest. We truly value our Guest Teachers and appreciate the time and care you give to our students and schools. To learn more about how you can become a guest teacher and invest in our students click here: https://www.siloamschools.com/page/guest-teaching

There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28th, due to many back roads still being slick and dangerous. Safety is our top priority—for buses, students, and families—and the roads aren’t quite safe enough yet. Thank you for your understanding ❄️

We are trying to keep things lively with our "No School" posts. 😅 There will be no school tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, due to inclement winter weather. No angry elves over here, though! Transportation Director Mr. Avery is all smiles 😉—and we’re sure many of our students are, too! Sledding, snow ice cream, hot chocolate, TV time....bring it on snowmageddon!

There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Monday, January 26th, due to winter weather. Stay safe and warm, Panther Nation! ❄️

Today, we had the absolute honor to host the Western Benton County Partnership at Allen Elementary! The WBCP works collaboratively with municipalities, elected officials, school districts, and businesses to foster an environment that attracts investment, creates jobs, and enhances the quality of life for the residents of Western Benton County. They wrapped up their time together with a tour of our Panther Daycare, which is an opportunity for SSSD staff members to have high-quality care at half the price of comparable daycare facilities. Thank you to all of our local representatives, city leaders, and community members for coming today! #Limitless

The Siloam Springs School District is closely monitoring meteorological reporting systems and upcoming winter weather. At this time, schools and bus routes will operate on a normal schedule today, Friday, January 23, 2026. If conditions change, families and staff will be notified promptly. We will continue monitoring weather conditions throughout the weekend and will communicate any potential impacts for next week.

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It’s still National School Board Appreciation Month ‼️ And we want to once again shine a spotlight on these five exceptional individuals. Each month, they tour our schools, sit down to enjoy a school meal together, learn firsthand what our students are being taught and how they’re being taught, and lead school board meetings where critical decisions are made to move our district forward.

Our district offers the opportunities and resources of a larger school system—especially compared to others along Highway 59—while still holding tight to the hometown values that make our community special. This board truly reflects that spirit. We’d bet most of our board members know you, your kids, and your mama and daddy. (ha!)

We are incredibly thankful for this dedicated group. Please join us in celebrating them! Thank you, Heath, Chris, Aric, Brian, and Mary Ann. 🎉 #Limitless

Heads up! We are rescheduling a few games due to impending winter weather.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Standing ovation worthy! If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, we highly encourage you to catch SSHS’s Junie B. Jones: The Musical. It’s laugh-out-loud funny, perfect for all ages, and a true crowd-pleasing classic. The next show times are:

- Today, Friday, Jan 16th - 7pm
- Saturday, Jan 17th - 7pm
- Sunday, Jan 18th - 3pm

Click here to buy tickets (Adults $10, Children $5): https://osp.osmsinc.com/SiloamSchools/BVModules/CategoryTemplates/Detailed%20List%20with%20Properties/Category.aspx?categoryid=PH703