Barton School District

🚨 Early Dismissal Alert 🚨 Due to the incoming storms, school will be dismissing at 3:00 PM today. We apologize for the short notice, but our priority is everyone's safety. Thank you for your understanding as we work to stay ahead of the weather. 🌧⛈️ Stay safe, Bears!

📣 Last Week of School Reminders! 📣 🗓️ May 20 – Kindergarten and Pre-K Round-Up from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 🗓️ May 21 & 22 – Semester Tests 🩺 May 21 – Physicals for upcoming 7th–12th grade athletes at 8:00 AM in the cafeteria 💻 Chromebook Return – All 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 10th, and 11th grade students must turn in their Chromebooks to their homeroom or English teacher 🏈 May 22 – LAST DAY to sign up for Peewee Football! 🚸 May 22 – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Early dismissal at 1:30 PM 🍎 REMEMBER to apply for Summer EBT to help with food costs over the summer! Have a fun and safe summer break! See you all August 18, 2025!

🎉 Summer is starting early! 🎉 Barton students' last day of school will be Thursday, May 22, with early dismissal at 1:30 PM. There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 23—we didn’t use one of our built-in days, so we’re kicking off summer break a day early! ☀️ 📄 Report card pick-up will be on June 3rd from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM in the building offices. 📅 We’ll see everyone back on August 18 to start the 2025-2026 school year! Thank you for a great year, and have an amazing summer! 🐻💛

🎒✨ KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP! ✨🎒 📅 Date: May 20, 2025 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Kindergarten Building – Barton School District Is your child ready for Kindergarten? We can’t wait to meet our newest Barton Bears! 🐻💛 Join us for Kindergarten Round-Up and get a head start on the 2025-2026 school year! ✅ What to Bring: Birth Certificate Social Security Card Shot Record Physical (within the last 2 years) Completed Enrollment Form Completed Nurse’s Packet TWO utility bills showing a parent/guardian’s service address within the Barton School District (Examples: water, electric, gas) 📌 Age Requirement: Your child must be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2025 to enroll. For more information, contact: 👩‍🏫 Kim Williams, Elementary Counselor 📞 (870) 572-7294, ext. 2901 Let’s get ready for a great year of learning, laughter, and growing together! 🌟📚🖍️

📢 Reminder for Parents of Upcoming 10th–12th Graders! There will be an important Parent Meeting TOMORROW at 5:30 PM in the Kirkland Facility for any student interested in attending PCCUA next school year for concurrent or CTE classes. This meeting is a great opportunity to get all the information you need to help your student prepare for college-level and career-focused classes. Don’t miss it! 📅 Date: Tomorrow 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM 📍 Location: Kirkland Facility Let’s get ready for a successful 2025-2026 school year! 🎓

🎓 The Barton High School Class of 2025 Graduation is TONIGHT! 🎓 Come celebrate the accomplishments of our amazing seniors! 📍 Location: Lily Peter Auditorium, PCCUA 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 🚪 Doors Open: 6:00 PM 🚫 Doors Close: 7:10 PM — no entry after this time 🎟️ Tickets required for entry 📢 Important Reminders: No balloons or gifts are allowed inside the auditorium Please be respectful of the ceremony at all times Can’t attend in person? Watch it live here: https://www.youtube.com/@BartonBoosterClub/streams Let’s honor the Class of 2025 with the celebration they deserve! 🤩🐻

🚨 Transportation Update for Today – 5/5/25 🚨 Bus 29 (Mr. Williams) will be delayed approximately 20 minutes this afternoon. We appreciate your patience and understanding! 🚌⏰ 👀 Now Hiring Bus Drivers! Earn $8,000–$9,000 per year — apply today and help keep our students moving safely! 💼🚌

🚨 Transportation Update 🚨 Bus 32 (Mr. Cabuenas) will be delayed approximately 20 minutes this afternoon. Thank you for your patience and understanding! 🚌⏰ 👀 We’re Still Hiring Bus Drivers! Make a difference and earn $8,000–$9,000 per year — apply today to join our transportation team! 💼🚌

🎓🌸 May is here—and so is the season of celebrations! 🌟 As we step into the final month of the school year, get ready for a full calendar of exciting events — from awards and performances to field days and GRADUATION! 🎉📚 🎓 Whether it’s kindergarten, 6th grade, or senior graduation — we’re proud of each and every student reaching this milestone! 📅 Mark your calendars: The LAST DAY of SCHOOL is Friday, May 23! Let’s make these final weeks count as we celebrate accomplishments, memories, and all the hard work of our students and staff. Let’s finish strong, Barton Bears! 🐾💛

🌸🐰 NO CLASSES 🐣🌼 There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, April 18th and Monday, April 21st! Enjoy the time with your loved ones, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, April 22nd! 💐💙

🌸 Order May Day Shirts Today! 🌸 Get ready to show your school spirit with a 2025 May Day shirt! May Day is May 9, 2025! 🛒 Order Online: https://www.shoppinkink.com/products/barton-school-district-may-day-25098 📝 Order In Person: Complete the order form and turn it in to the Elementary Office — $20.00 CASH ONLY. ⚠️ Please do NOT fill out a paper form if you order online. 📅 Deadline to order is Wednesday, April 30th! Let’s make May Day extra festive! 🎉👕

🚨 Transportation Update 🚨 Bus 29 (Travis Williams) will be delayed approximately 20 minutes this afternoon. Thank you for your patience and understanding! 🚌⏰ 👀 We're Hiring Bus Drivers! Interested in joining our team? Apply today and earn $8,000–$9,000 per year while making a difference in the lives of our students! 💼🚌

🚨 Transportation Update 🚨 Bus 29 (Travis Williams) will be delayed approximately 20 minutes this afternoon. Thank you for your patience and understanding! 🚌⏰ 👀 We're Hiring Bus Drivers! Interested in joining our team? Apply today and earn $8,000–$9,000 per year while making a difference in the lives of our students! 💼🚌

🌟 It’s ATLAS Summative Testing Week for 3rd–10th Grade! 🌟 🗓️ Monday–Thursday (4/14–4/17) Let’s show what we know! Students, we need you to: ✅ Be on time every day 🔋 Bring your Chromebook fully charged 💪 Try your very best on the test! 📣 Parents — your support means everything! Help your child get plenty of rest and stay positive each day! 🐣🌷Easter Bonus: After testing, enjoy a well-deserved 4-day weekend! 📅 No school Friday, 4/18 or Monday, 4/21! 🐰💐 Let’s finish strong, Bears! 🐻

📢 Delta GEAR UP Virtual Family Session: Scholar Budget 💰 Hey parents! Join Delta GEAR UP for an exciting virtual family session on Tuesday, April 15 at 5:00 PM where we’ll explore how to build a Scholar Budget and learn about the many ways to pay for college! 🎓💸 ✨ Giveaways for attendees! 📚 Practical info to help your student plan for college 💬 Interactive and informative! 🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qni12fDDRJ-YhrlyKXNvIw 📺 Watch this quick preview: https://youtu.be/L_xiuHJnsDA Let’s make a plan for college success—together! 💼📈

🚨 Bus Route Update 🚨 All buses will return to normal routes tomorrow except for PC 350. 🚌 PC 350 will continue to stop at the paved road at the end of the gravel road. Thanks for your patience and cooperation!

🚨 Transportation Update 🚨 Bus 27 (Mrs. Palmer) and Bus 31 (Coach Poole) will be delayed approximately 20 minutes this afternoon. Thank you for your patience and understanding! 🚌⏰ 👀 We're Hiring! If you’d like to become a bus driver, apply today at https://form.jotform.us/form/41053705414142— earn $8,000–$9,000 per year while making a difference in our students’ lives! 🚌💼

🏅 Barton Athletic Banquet Invitation 🏅 All Senior High athletes are invited to attend the Athletic Banquet on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 PM at the Kirkland Facility. 🍽️ Dinner: Pulled pork BBQ plate 🎟️ Athletes eat free! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Each athlete may purchase up to 4 additional plates for family members at $15.00 each (cash only). RSVP and payment are due by May 1st. To RSVP and purchase additional plates, please complete the form https://forms.gle/ZNo4qn5PKhp4td459 and turn in your payment to Coach Sexton. ⚠️ Your RSVP is not finalized until payment is received. We look forward to celebrating our athletes’ hard work and achievements!