Westside Consolidated School District

🚍✨ Congratulations to our March 2025 Bus Driver of the Month – Todd Williams! ✨🚍 Sponsored by First Community Bank, this month’s honor goes to Mr. Todd Williams, who not only safely transports students as a Westside bus driver, but also serves as the Dean of Students at Westside Middle School. Mr. Williams is known for his dedication, positivity, and a big heart for the Warrior community. He goes above and beyond every day, and we’re proud to recognize him for all he does. Thank you, Mr. Williams, for keeping our students safe and leading with Warrior pride! ❤🤍

Westside School District is selling Tech Carts for just $10 each! These are perfect for organizing and transporting devices or supplies — great for classrooms, offices, or personal use. Limited quantity available, so act fast! Purchase in person at the Superintendent’s Office, 1630 Highway 91 West, Jonesboro, AR 72404. For questions, call 870-336-8015. Grab yours before they're gone!

ARDOT will have be hosting a public meeting on Thursday, May 8 from 4:30-6:30 pm in the Westside High library. This will be to give information on the proposed project to increase the capacity for both vehicle and pedestrian traffic on Highway 91 by widening from two to three lanes. Please see the link below for more information. https://vpiph03-job-101066-west-of-co-rd-132-en-202505-ardot.hub.arcgis.com/

Proud Moment for Westside Bands! Our talented Westside Middle School and High School band students are hard at work today at the Mid-South Honor Band Clinic! Come show your support and enjoy some incredible music—free concerts start tonight at 7:00pm at the A-State Fowler Center. It's a great day to be a Warrior! ♥️🤍

📣 Busy Week Ahead for the Warriors! | May 5–9 📣 From concerts and competitions to AP testing and community events — there’s something happening every day! Here’s what’s coming up: 🎼 Fine Arts & Music 🎺 May 5–6: WHS Band – State Solo & Ensemble @ ATU 🎶 May 6, 6PM: WES MiniSingers Concert @ FAC 🎶 May 8, 6:30PM: WHS Band Concert @ FAC 🎨 May 8, 6PM: WMS Art, EAST & GT Showcase 🎓 Academics & Testing 🧪 May 5, 8AM: WHS AP Biology Test 🧪 May 6: WHS AP Chemistry Test 📝 May 7, 8AM: WHS AP Literature & Composition Test 🌍 May 8, 12PM: WHS AP World History Test 🏅 May 8, 9AM: 8th–11th Grade Academic Awards @ FAC 🏃‍♂️ Athletics 🏃 May 6: State Track Meet @ Heber Springs 🥎⚾ May 8: Softball & Baseball Regional Tournament @ Stuttgart 🏈 May 9, 6PM: WHS Football Red/White Game 📢 Meetings 🎵 May 5, 6PM: WHS Band Boosters Meeting 👟 May 5, 7:15PM: Cross Country Parent Meeting @ WHS Gym 🏅 May 7, 6PM: WHS Athletic Booster Club Meeting 🚧 Community Event 🛣️ May 8, 4:30–6:30PM: ARDOT Public Meeting @ WHS Library – Learn more about the Hwy 91 project and share your input! ❤️🤍It’s a packed week full of opportunities to support our students, staff, and community. Let’s go, Warriors!

📣 Public Involvement Meeting – Hwy 91 Project 📣 The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) will host a Public Involvement Meeting to discuss the upcoming Highway 91 project impacting our area. Thursday, May 8, 2025 4:30–6:30 PM Westside High School Media Center (Library) Community members are encouraged to attend to view project plans, ask questions, and provide feedback. Your input is important! You can view the flyer below or https://5il.co/3f3fl For more information, visit the ARDOT website at: https://vpiph03-job-101066-west-of-co-rd-132-en-202505-ardot.hub.arcgis.com/

May Parent Newsletter is Here! Westside families, check out our final Parent Newsletter of the school year! Thank you for your continued support this school year! ❤🤍 https://5il.co/3exvx

Update on Highway 91 Closure: The Department of Transportation has informed us that work is still underway to remove the overturned equipment. Highway 91 is expected to reopen around 2:30 p.m. to allow for normal school traffic. However, if the removal is not complete, the road may be closed again. Please drive with caution through the area, as workers and equipment will still be present.

🏈 Touchdown Alert! Westside Youth Football registration is open for athletes currently in grades 2-5! 🏈 Don’t miss your chance to join the team—submit your registration forms to Danny Price at WES. Deadline: May 23. Let’s gear up for a winning season! 🙌🏆

Highway 91 west of I-555 will be closed shortly after 8:00 a.m. tomorrow morning so that crews can remove a large crane that overturned near the city limits. Once closed, the highway will remain closed until the work is complete. The exact duration is unknown at this time. For those traveling to the school, alternate routes include Highway 118 near the Subway shop at Bono Hill and Highway 349. Please plan accordingly and use these routes until further notice.

🎭✨ Westside Theatre Department Presents: Alice in Wonderland, Jr.! ✨🎭 Get ready to take a magical journey down the rabbit hole! Our talented students from all grade levels will bring this beloved story to life with unforgettable characters, colorful costumes, and lively performances. Bring your family and friends and experience the wonder and excitement of Alice in Wonderland, Jr. — a show you won’t want to miss! https://5il.co/3ekfq

🏈 Westside Youth Football Huddle Up! 🏈 Join us for the monthly Westside Youth Football board meeting on Tuesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. in the WES Cafeteria. Parents of football players in grades 2-5, we’d love to see you there! Your support will help us make every season a championship one. Let’s tackle this meeting together and gear up for an amazing season! 🙌🎉

🍽️ May Menus Are Here! 🗓️ We’re serving up the final month of school with delicious meals! 🥞🥗🍕 Check out the May Breakfast & Lunch Menus now available to view. Let’s finish the school year full and fueled! 💪 📲 View the menus here: https://www.westsideschools.org/page/dining-menus-for-schools

📣 WARRIOR UPCOMING EVENTS | April 28 – May 3 📣 It's a big week across the district with tournaments, concerts, showcases, and celebrations! Mark your calendars and come out to support our amazing students! ⚾🥎 April 28–May 3 • Softball & Baseball District Tournaments @ Pocahontas 📅 Monday, April 28 • 5:00 PM – Soccer (Girls/Boys) @ Mountain View • 6:00 PM – WES PTO Meeting – WES Cafeteria 📅 Tuesday, April 29 • Sr. Conference Track Meet @ Pocahontas • 6:00 PM – AFJROTC Annual Unit Awards Ceremony – FAC • 7:00 PM – WMS Choir Concert – FAC 📅 Wednesday, May 1 • 6:00 PM – WMS Art Show, EAST & GT Showcase 📅 Thursday, May 2 • Soccer Conference Tournament Begins • 6:00 PM – WHS Theater Presents Alice in Wonderland – FAC 📅 Friday, May 3 • WHS Theater Presents Alice in Wonderland – 6:00 PM – FAC • AFJROTC Military Ball @ ASU 🎭⚽🎨 Don’t miss these exciting events as our Warriors wrap up the school year strong!

Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day 2025! Today, we recognize the amazing team of bus drivers and monitors who make a difference every single day. At Westside, we’re incredibly grateful for the dedication, care, and commitment these individuals bring to safely transporting our students. While not everyone is pictured here, please know that each and every one of you plays a vital role in keeping our students safe and supported. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! Thank you for all you do—on the road and beyond! ♥️🤍

🎉 Congratulations to the Westside School Board! 🎉 We are proud to announce that the Westside Consolidated School District Board of Education has been awarded the Master Board Award by the Arkansas School Boards Association (ASBA)! This honor is given to school boards whose members have each earned 50 or more hours of Board Development Training, reflecting their commitment to leadership, learning, and student success. A special congratulations to Board Member Sam Hiser, who was also individually recognized for reaching the 50-hour milestone in Board Development Training! The board was formally recognized during last night’s regular school board meeting. We are incredibly grateful for their continued dedication and service to the students, staff, and families of Westside. Board Members recognized during the meeting include (left to right): Josh Cureton, Vice President Jeffrey Tubbs, Board Member Mr. Scott Gauntt, Superintendent Shannon Davis, President Sam Hiser, Board Member Myca Ferguson, Secretary

💜 Purple Star Reception Honors Military Families 💜 Last night, Westside Schools proudly hosted a Purple Star Reception to recognize and celebrate the incredible military-connected students and families within our district. We extend a special thank you to First Community Bank for sponsoring this meaningful event and helping us honor those who serve our country both in and out of uniform. It's a great day to be a Warrior! ❤🤍

Yesterday, Westside students and staff proudly wore purple to celebrate our district’s official recognition as a Purple Star School District—a distinction that reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.

The middle school shelter is open as well.

If needed, the high school safe house will be open tonight.