Warriors, let's show our support for our military families! 💜
April is the Month of the Military Child, and we are proud to recognize the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students.
Join us for Purple Up! Day on Friday, April 10th by wearing purple to honor our military kids. Let’s come together and make Westside a sea of purple as we celebrate these incredible students!
April is the Month of the Military Child, and we are proud to recognize the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our military-connected students.
Join us for Purple Up! Day on Friday, April 10th by wearing purple to honor our military kids. Let’s come together and make Westside a sea of purple as we celebrate these incredible students!
If you are the parent of a homeschooled child who meets the following criteria, this is for you. The Westside Consolidated School District, Office of Special Education, will hold a meeting with parents of students:
who live in the school district,
have a child who has/had an IEP in a public school setting,
and are currently homeschooling.
Your child may be eligible to receive equitable services through a service plan. Please join Dr. Kammerer on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact the Special Education Department at 870-935-7501. For a Zoom link to the meeting, please e-mail Dr. Kammerer at ckammerer@westsideschools.org.
who live in the school district,
have a child who has/had an IEP in a public school setting,
and are currently homeschooling.
Your child may be eligible to receive equitable services through a service plan. Please join Dr. Kammerer on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact the Special Education Department at 870-935-7501. For a Zoom link to the meeting, please e-mail Dr. Kammerer at ckammerer@westsideschools.org.
The April 2026 Parent Newsletter is here!
Be sure to check it out for important updates, upcoming events, and everything happening across Westside Schools this month. We encourage all families to stay informed and connected! ❤️🤍
Be sure to check it out for important updates, upcoming events, and everything happening across Westside Schools this month. We encourage all families to stay informed and connected! ❤️🤍
Make your mark, Westside! ❤️🤍
Stop by the front of the Warrior Dome to sign the construction beams for the new wing at Westside High School. Add your name or share a few words of encouragement that will live on for generations of Westside Warriors to come.
Now through Wednesday, April 8th, 4:00–8:00 PM each evening to avoid interrupting the school day.
Come leave your mark on Westside history!
Stop by the front of the Warrior Dome to sign the construction beams for the new wing at Westside High School. Add your name or share a few words of encouragement that will live on for generations of Westside Warriors to come.
Now through Wednesday, April 8th, 4:00–8:00 PM each evening to avoid interrupting the school day.
Come leave your mark on Westside history!
Transportation Update for today:
Bus 82 (Battleship) will ride with Bus 90 (Goose). The Goose Bus will be running approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
Bus 76 (Racecar) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel). The Racecar Bus will be running approximately 10 minutes behind schedule.
Thank you for your patience!
Bus 82 (Battleship) will ride with Bus 90 (Goose). The Goose Bus will be running approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
Bus 76 (Racecar) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel). The Racecar Bus will be running approximately 10 minutes behind schedule.
Thank you for your patience!
Let dinner be taken care of!
Support Westside Track & Field by purchasing delicious smoked BBQ.
Pre-orders due April 10—see the flyer for details!
Support Westside Track & Field by purchasing delicious smoked BBQ.
Pre-orders due April 10—see the flyer for details!
Don’t Forget—School Choice Deadline is June 1!
Westside Consolidated School District is currently accepting School Choice applications for the upcoming school year. We look forward to welcoming new Warriors! ❤️🤍
Learn more at the link below.
https://www.westsideschools.org/page/school-choice
Westside Consolidated School District is currently accepting School Choice applications for the upcoming school year. We look forward to welcoming new Warriors! ❤️🤍
Learn more at the link below.
https://www.westsideschools.org/page/school-choice
Be part of something special—Westside is hiring!
Apply now: https://westsideschools.schoolspring.com/
Apply now: https://westsideschools.schoolspring.com/
Double Bus Route: Students assigned to Bus 79 (Zebra) will ride Bus 82 (Battleship) today. Please expect Bus 79 to run about 20 minutes late.
The meeting for the travel club possible Europe trip has been cancelled for this week. The meeting will be rescheduled after spring break. Sorry for the confusion.
February Bus Driver of the Month: Tom Dooley
Tom has been a great asset to our transportation department this year, always willing to help with athletic and field trips and stepping in wherever needed without hesitation. His flexibility and team-first attitude do not go unnoticed.
He consistently demonstrates the qualities of an excellent bus driver—dependable, punctual, and committed to ensuring students arrive safely and on time each day. His calm and positive demeanor helps create a safe and welcoming environment for all students on his bus.
In addition, Tom takes pride in maintaining a clean and well-kept bus while following all procedures with care and attention to detail. His strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication to student safety make him a valuable member of our team.
We appreciate everything he does for our district and are proud to recognize him as February Bus Driver of the Month. ❤️🤍
Thank you to @First Community Bank for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our staff!
Tom has been a great asset to our transportation department this year, always willing to help with athletic and field trips and stepping in wherever needed without hesitation. His flexibility and team-first attitude do not go unnoticed.
He consistently demonstrates the qualities of an excellent bus driver—dependable, punctual, and committed to ensuring students arrive safely and on time each day. His calm and positive demeanor helps create a safe and welcoming environment for all students on his bus.
In addition, Tom takes pride in maintaining a clean and well-kept bus while following all procedures with care and attention to detail. His strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication to student safety make him a valuable member of our team.
We appreciate everything he does for our district and are proud to recognize him as February Bus Driver of the Month. ❤️🤍
Thank you to @First Community Bank for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our staff!
The Westside School District held its regularly scheduled March Board Meeting on Monday, March 16th. Check out the link below for a brief recap!
https://www.westsideschools.org/page/recap-board-of-education-regular-meeting
https://www.westsideschools.org/page/recap-board-of-education-regular-meeting
Spring Break is almost here! 🌸
Westside Consolidated School District will observe Spring Break March 23–27. There will be no school during this week.
Classes will resume Monday, March 30. We hope our students, staff, and families have a safe and relaxing break!
Westside Consolidated School District will observe Spring Break March 23–27. There will be no school during this week.
Classes will resume Monday, March 30. We hope our students, staff, and families have a safe and relaxing break!
With the possibility of strong storms this afternoon, the WESTSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL saferoom will be open and available for anyone who needs it.
Transportation Update: Please note the following bus changes for Friday afternoon
• Bus 89 (Fish Bus) will ride with Bus 88 (Helicopter Bus).
The Helicopter Bus will be approximately 25 minutes behind schedule.
• Bus 76 (Racecar Bus) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel Bus).
The Racecar Bus will be approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
• Bus 79 (Zebra Bus) will ride with Bus 90 (Goose Bus).
The Goose Bus will be approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
• Bus 89 (Fish Bus) will ride with Bus 88 (Helicopter Bus).
The Helicopter Bus will be approximately 25 minutes behind schedule.
• Bus 76 (Racecar Bus) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel Bus).
The Racecar Bus will be approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
• Bus 79 (Zebra Bus) will ride with Bus 90 (Goose Bus).
The Goose Bus will be approximately 20 minutes behind schedule.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Warrior Week Ahead | March 14–21
We have a busy week ahead for our Warriors! Join us Saturday for the Miss Warrior Pageant, then help cheer on our teams as they compete in baseball, softball, soccer, and track throughout the week.
Quarter 4 begins Monday — let’s finish the year strong!
Looking Ahead: Spring Break is March 23–27, but several teams will still be competing in tournaments during the break.
Go Warriors! ❤️🤍
March 14
1:00 PM – Miss Warrior Pageant – Fine Arts Center – Hosted by WHS Athletic Boosters
March 16
Quarter 4 Begins
4:30 PM – Baseball (Varsity/JV) vs. Walnut Ridge – Away
5:00 PM – Soccer (Girls/Boys) vs. Joe T. Robinson – Home
6:00 PM – School Board Meeting – High School Library
March 17
3:15 PM – Junior High Track – Peco Relays – Pocahontas
4:30 PM – Softball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Away
4:30 PM – Baseball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Away
March 18
7th/8th Grade Track – Jim Austin Relays – Hoxie
March 19
3:15 PM – Senior High Track – Peco Relays – Pocahontas
4:30 PM – Softball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Home
4:30 PM – Baseball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Home
5:00 PM – Soccer (Girls/Boys) vs. ICC – Away
March 20–21
Varsity Softball – Blazer Blast Tournament – Southside Complex
Upcoming Events
March 23–27
No School – Spring Break
March 23–25
Varsity Softball – Gulf Coast Classic III
March 27–28
Baseball – Spring Break Tournament – Joe T. Robinson
We have a busy week ahead for our Warriors! Join us Saturday for the Miss Warrior Pageant, then help cheer on our teams as they compete in baseball, softball, soccer, and track throughout the week.
Quarter 4 begins Monday — let’s finish the year strong!
Looking Ahead: Spring Break is March 23–27, but several teams will still be competing in tournaments during the break.
Go Warriors! ❤️🤍
March 14
1:00 PM – Miss Warrior Pageant – Fine Arts Center – Hosted by WHS Athletic Boosters
March 16
Quarter 4 Begins
4:30 PM – Baseball (Varsity/JV) vs. Walnut Ridge – Away
5:00 PM – Soccer (Girls/Boys) vs. Joe T. Robinson – Home
6:00 PM – School Board Meeting – High School Library
March 17
3:15 PM – Junior High Track – Peco Relays – Pocahontas
4:30 PM – Softball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Away
4:30 PM – Baseball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Away
March 18
7th/8th Grade Track – Jim Austin Relays – Hoxie
March 19
3:15 PM – Senior High Track – Peco Relays – Pocahontas
4:30 PM – Softball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Home
4:30 PM – Baseball (Varsity/JV) vs. Highland – Home
5:00 PM – Soccer (Girls/Boys) vs. ICC – Away
March 20–21
Varsity Softball – Blazer Blast Tournament – Southside Complex
Upcoming Events
March 23–27
No School – Spring Break
March 23–25
Varsity Softball – Gulf Coast Classic III
March 27–28
Baseball – Spring Break Tournament – Joe T. Robinson
Wednesday Double Bus Route Alert: Bus 76 (Racecar) will again ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel) today. As a result, Bus 76 may arrive approximately 15 minutes later than its normal drop-off time.
Thank you for your patience.
Thank you for your patience.
Double Bus Route Alert: Bus 76 (Racecar) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel) today. As a result, Bus 76 may arrive approximately 15 minutes later than its normal drop-off time. Thank you for your patience.
Westside Families — we would love to hear from you!
If you haven't had a chance yet, please take a few minutes to complete our Spring 2026 Family Engagement Survey. Your feedback helps us improve communication, programs, and support for our students.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for partnering with us to make Westside the best it can be!
https://forms.gle/xtPbP5z9yZfgP9Pm9
If you haven't had a chance yet, please take a few minutes to complete our Spring 2026 Family Engagement Survey. Your feedback helps us improve communication, programs, and support for our students.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for partnering with us to make Westside the best it can be!
https://forms.gle/xtPbP5z9yZfgP9Pm9
Bus Route Update ffor Friday, March 6, 2026
The following bus routes will be doubled up today:
Bus 82 (Battleship Bus) will ride with Bus 70 (Bull Bus).
Bull Bus (70) will run approximately 25 minutes later than normal.
Bus 76 (Racecar Bus) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel Bus).
Racecar Bus (76) will run approximately 20 minutes later than normal.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The following bus routes will be doubled up today:
Bus 82 (Battleship Bus) will ride with Bus 70 (Bull Bus).
Bull Bus (70) will run approximately 25 minutes later than normal.
Bus 76 (Racecar Bus) will ride with Bus 77 (Squirrel Bus).
Racecar Bus (76) will run approximately 20 minutes later than normal.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.