Westside Consolidated School District

As we close out an incredible school year, here are the final events to mark on your calendar: May 18 – WHS Sports Awards Ceremony, 1:00 PM Jr High & 3pm Sr High May 19 – WHS Class of 2025 Graduation, 7:00 PM @ ASU May 20 – Girls Basketball Red/White Game, 5:00 PM May 22 – Last Day of School! Looking ahead: August 13 – First Day of School for the 2025–26 school year! Stay tuned this summer for announcements and events. And as always, check out the Events section on our school website or app for updates throughout the summer: https://www.westsideschools.org/ Have a safe and fantastic summer, Warriors!❤🤍

Parents & Guardians, Please take a moment to complete our Family & Community Engagement Survey. Your input helps us plan for the 2025–2026 school year and strengthen the home-school connection. https://bit.ly/4kqZPdP

📣 Warrior Events: May 12–18 The school year may be winding down, but there's still a full week of exciting events ahead at Westside! From academic achievements to musical performances and end-of-year celebrations, we’re closing out the year strong. 📅 Here’s What’s Happening: 🟩 May 12 • 8:00 AM – WHS AP Calculus AB/BC Test (MP) • 6:00 PM – Pre-K Recognition @ FAC • 6:00 PM – WES PTO Meeting (Cafeteria) • 7:00 PM – School Board Meeting (HS Library) 🟩 May 13 • 6:00 PM – Kindergarten Graduation @ FAC 🎓 🟩 May 14 • WHS AP Language & Composition Test (MP) 🟩 May 15 • 6:30 PM – WMS Band Concert @ FAC 🎶 🟩 May 18 🏅 WHS Sports Awards Ceremony @ FAC • 1:00–2:30/3:00 PM – Junior High • 3:00–5:00 PM – Senior High Let’s finish this year strong, Warriors! ❤️🤍

📣 🏈 REMINDER: Red/White Game TONIGHT! 🏈📣 Join us at Warrior Stadium tonight at 6:00 PM for the annual Westside Red & White Football Game — a fun night full of Warrior spirit and community support! 🎟 $5 Entry (No passes accepted – this is a fundraiser event) 🍽 BBQ Plate Sales – $10 👋 Meet your 2025–2026 Westside Warriors! 🎁 Silent Auction & Prize Drawings Come out for a great evening of football, food, and fun as we kick off the upcoming season! Let’s go, Warriors!

This is a reminder that the Arkansas Department Of Transportation (ARDOT) has the informational meeting in the Westside High School library from 4:30-6:30 tonight. This is a time to see the proposed widening of Hwy 91 and to make comments. Hope you will come out. https://arcg.is/9nu1L0

Parents, Guardians and Community Members, At Westside, we believe that strong relationships between families, educators, and the community are essential to student success. Your voice plays a vital role in helping us grow and improve. This brief survey is your chance to share your thoughts on how well we are partnering with you—and how we can do even better. Please take a few moments to complete one survey for each school your child attends. Your feedback will directly inform our planning for the 2025–2026 school year. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FAhN1jCjtUfRvnhPr0IFLKdmaKMlEICPeMkCLz_05qY/edit?ts=681a6961 Thank you for being an important part of our school community. We truly value your input!

📣 REMINDER: Red & White Game THIS FRIDAY! 🏈❤️🤍 Join us at Warrior Stadium on Friday, May 9 at 6:00 PM for the annual Westside Red & White Football Game — a fun night full of Warrior spirit and community support! 🎟 $5 Entry (No passes accepted – this is a fundraiser event) 🍽 BBQ Plate Sales – $10 👋 Meet your 2025–2026 Westside Warriors! 🎁 Silent Auction & Prize Drawings Come out for a great evening of football, food, and fun as we kick off the upcoming season! Let’s go, Warriors! 👏👏

🚍✨ 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