Fees & Forms: 🔒 High School Locker: $4.00 🚗 Parking Pass: $5.00 (must have valid driver’s license & proof of insurance) 💻 Chromebook Care: $30 for the first student, $20 for each additional student in the household 📚 Past Yearbooks (2023 and before)– $25 each OR Buy 2, Get 1 Free! 💵 All transactions are cash only – exact change is preferred. 📍 Get all the details here: https://www.bartonsd.org/page/new-school-year
📣Peewee Cheer – Spots still available! Sign up during Open House in the Kirkland Facility. 🏈Peewee Football- Pad Pick Up this Friday! Pay dues ASAP. You can pay at Open House in the Kirkland Facility. 🏐Peewee Volleyball- Sign up during Open House in the Kirkland Facility.
Let’s start the year off right — see you TOMORROW! 🤩🐻
4 days ago, Barton School District
📸 Class of 2026 – Senior Yearbook Bundle! Senior year happens once—make it unforgettable! Preorder your student’s yearbook + senior ad and save. 📅 Wed, Aug 13 – Admin Bldg (8–3) 📅 Thu, Aug 14 – Kirkland Facility during Open House (2–6) 📄 Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10Akvlv5N0gIZpPPfxAoo16uZnlnx8cZar-mkZq3ecSM/edit?usp=sharing 📌 This is for senior recognition ads, not business ads.
6 days ago, Barton School District
🏈 Peewee Football Update 🏈
For those who have already signed up — if you have not yet paid your Peewee Football fee, please do so ASAP.
📅 Pad Pick-Up: Friday, August 15 ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 Indoor Facility
Let’s get ready for a great season, Bears!
7 days ago, Barton School District
📅 Barton High School Schedule Pick-Up & Open House Reminder! 📅
🗓️ Schedule Pick-Up – 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM 📌 Monday, Aug. 11 – 7th & 8th Grade 📌 Tuesday, Aug. 12 – 9th & 10th Grade 📌 Wednesday, Aug. 13 – 11th & 12th Grade
🗓️ Open House – Thursday, Aug. 14 | 2:00–6:00 PM 🎒 Backpacks & school supplies will be provided!
We can’t wait to see our Bears and get ready for a great school year! 🐻📚
8 days ago, Barton School District
📣 Peewee Cheer Sign-Ups Are OPEN! 📣 Available for 4th–6th grade students only!
📅 Sign up by August 22 💵 $30.00 – Cash only, exact change required 📍 Turn in payment to the Elementary Office 📣 Only 15 spots available – first come, first serve! Payment is required to claim a spot.
This is a full squad that will practice regularly and cheer at home and away Peewee football games. Parents must provide transportation for away games.
Missed the first round? Don’t worry! Make-up physicals will be held on:
📅 Monday, August 11 ⏰ 1:30 PM 📍 Barton Cafeteria
All student-athletes who still need a physical must attend!
11 days ago, Barton School District
🚨🎉 BARTON BEARS, HERE COMES AUGUST! 🎉🚨 We’re kicking off the 2025–2026 school year and we’re coming in HOT! 🔥🐻
🗓️ OPEN HOUSE – Thursday, August 14 | 2:00–6:00 PM
📚 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL – Monday, August 18 Let’s start the year strong and show up ready to shine!
✅ IMPORTANT: Don’t forget to fill out the 2025–2026 Student Information Form — only once per student! Knock it out before Open House to save time! https://www.bartonsd.org/page/new-school-year
💻 Chromebook Care Info: 💰 $30 for the first student, $20 for each additional student 🛑 Cash Only! 📍 If you come any day other than Open House, please stop by the Admin Office to pay. 📍 During Open House, Chromebook Care payments will be collected in the cafeteria lobby.
Sports Pic Day Info: 🏐 Sr. Volleyball – 8:30 AM 🎀 Sr. Cheer – 9:00 AM 🏐 Jr. Volleyball – 9:30 AM 🎀 Jr. Cheer – 10:00 AM 🏈 Sr. Football – 10:30 AM 🏈 Jr. Football – 11:00 AM 🎺 Band – 11:30 AM 📦 Picture packets are available from your coach, or you can order online at mylifetouch.com 🔍 Picture Day ID: EVTVZHSCF
📸 Check out the August calendar below for everything coming up!
18 days ago, Barton School District
🚍 We're Hiring a Bus Driver! 🚍
Looking for an opportunity that fits with your daily routine? We’re seeking a driver for a morning and afternoon bus route for the upcoming school year — $9,000 for 179 days!
This position pairs well with several of our open certified and non-certified roles. Check out all of our current job openings and see what might be a great fit for you!
👉 Apply today at https://www.bartonsd.org/page/employment-opportunities
2 months ago, 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!
3 months ago, Barton School District
📣 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!
3 months ago, Barton School District
🎉 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! 🐻💛
3 months ago, Barton School District
🎒✨ 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! 🌟📚🖍️
3 months ago, Barton School District
📢 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! 🎓
3 months ago, Barton School District
🎓 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! 🤩🐻
3 months ago, Barton School District
🚨 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! 💼🚌
3 months ago, Barton School District
🚨 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! 💼🚌
4 months ago, Barton School District
🎓🌸 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! 🐾💛
🗓️ Events: ⚾ Jr. Bears Baseball @ Palestine – 4/28/25, 6:00 PM 🏃 Track Meet @ England – 4/29/25 📝 9th Grade Accuplacer Exam – 4/29/25 🏥 Female Sports Physicals – 4/30/25 🥎 Lady Bears Softball Senior Night – 4/30/25 Ceremony at 4:15 PM, Game vs. England at 4:30 PM 📝 10th Grade Accuplacer Exam – 5/1/25 ⚾ Bears Baseball @ Forrest City – 5/2/25, 4:30 PM
🪴 Reminder: The SkillsUSA Plant Sale is still going on! Stop by and grab some beautiful plants while supplies last! 🌸🌿
Let's have a strong finish to April, Bears! 🐻
4 months ago, Barton School District
🌸🐰 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! 💐💙