Bryant Public Schools is proud to welcome our newest School Board member, Tanikus Farmer, who was appointed to fill the At-Large position previously held by Patrice Muldrow. She will serve through the next board election in March 2026.
A Saline County resident for nearly 20 years, Tanikus and her husband, Lynn, have been deeply involved in our community—volunteering in the district, supporting youth events, and serving on multiple committees. Tanikus has a heart for service—she’s held numerous PTO roles, coordinated varsity football meals, and continues her commitment through the Junior Auxiliary, serving chapters across south Arkansas. Learn more about her passion for education and public service at bit.ly/4os1NNW.
Thank you, Mrs. Farmer, for your willingness to serve our students, families, staff and community. Please join us in welcoming her to the Bryant School Board! 💙💙
A Saline County resident for nearly 20 years, Tanikus and her husband, Lynn, have been deeply involved in our community—volunteering in the district, supporting youth events, and serving on multiple committees. Tanikus has a heart for service—she’s held numerous PTO roles, coordinated varsity football meals, and continues her commitment through the Junior Auxiliary, serving chapters across south Arkansas. Learn more about her passion for education and public service at bit.ly/4os1NNW.
Thank you, Mrs. Farmer, for your willingness to serve our students, families, staff and community. Please join us in welcoming her to the Bryant School Board! 💙💙
🥞🥚FREE Breakfast for all students!
We’re excited to announce that ALL Bryant students will receive FREE breakfast for the 2025–2026 school year!
Students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals will also receive FREE lunch—but remember, a new application must be submitted each school year to qualify.
Learn more ➔ bryantschools.org/page/meals-back-to-school-hub
Apply now ➔ bryantschools.org/page/food-service
We’re excited to announce that ALL Bryant students will receive FREE breakfast for the 2025–2026 school year!
Students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals will also receive FREE lunch—but remember, a new application must be submitted each school year to qualify.
Learn more ➔ bryantschools.org/page/meals-back-to-school-hub
Apply now ➔ bryantschools.org/page/food-service
🚍 Introducing the Stopfinder App! 🚌
Bryant’s Transportation Department is launching Stopfinder, a free, easy-to-use app that keeps parents in the know about their child’s bus route—in real time!
✅ Get instant updates on bus schedules
✅ Secure access for authorized users only
✅ Two-way messaging with our Transportation Team
✅ Route-specific alerts for delays or changes
📲 Download Stopfinder from the App Store or Google Play and watch your inbox for your invite email the week of July 28–August 1.
🔗 Learn more: bryantschools.org/stopfinder
📧 Questions? Contact: transportation@bryantschools.org
Bryant’s Transportation Department is launching Stopfinder, a free, easy-to-use app that keeps parents in the know about their child’s bus route—in real time!
✅ Get instant updates on bus schedules
✅ Secure access for authorized users only
✅ Two-way messaging with our Transportation Team
✅ Route-specific alerts for delays or changes
📲 Download Stopfinder from the App Store or Google Play and watch your inbox for your invite email the week of July 28–August 1.
🔗 Learn more: bryantschools.org/stopfinder
📧 Questions? Contact: transportation@bryantschools.org
⁉️ HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE BACK TO SCHOOL HUB ⁉️
We've created a one-stop-shop for you to easily find enrollment information, school supply details, district calendar, bus routes, and important dates such as Open Houses / Schedule Pickup and more!
🔗 bryantschools.org/page/back-to-school-hub
We've created a one-stop-shop for you to easily find enrollment information, school supply details, district calendar, bus routes, and important dates such as Open Houses / Schedule Pickup and more!
🔗 bryantschools.org/page/back-to-school-hub
📣 School Board Vacancy
Are you passionate about public education and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Bryant students? Here's your opportunity to serve!
Applications are open for At-Large Position B on the Bryant School Board. We’re looking for committed individuals who live within the Bryant School District and are eager to support our schools and community.
🗓 Term Ends: November 2026 (subject to change based on new legislation)
📝 How to Apply: Visit bryantschools.org or email Stacy Hoover at shoover@bryantschools.org to request an application.
‼️Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 4pm ‼️
Have questions or need help verifying your address? Call us at (501) 847-5600.
👉 Bryant Pre-K Spots Still Available!
Looking for a high-quality early childhood program? We still have FREE and partial pay spots available in Bryant Pre-K for the upcoming school year. 🧸📚
New this year: Families who exceed income guidelines may now qualify for FREE tuition if their child was born under 5.9 lbs.
Give your child a strong start in a nurturing, fun, and educational environment!
📍 Learn more and apply today at bryantschools.org/prek.
📞 Questions? Call us at 501-847-5650.
##ReadySetLearnBPK
Looking for a high-quality early childhood program? We still have FREE and partial pay spots available in Bryant Pre-K for the upcoming school year. 🧸📚
New this year: Families who exceed income guidelines may now qualify for FREE tuition if their child was born under 5.9 lbs.
Give your child a strong start in a nurturing, fun, and educational environment!
📍 Learn more and apply today at bryantschools.org/prek.
📞 Questions? Call us at 501-847-5650.
##ReadySetLearnBPK
The Bryant School Board meets monthly to make important decisions for our schools. Each month, we share a quick recap to keep parents and community members informed.
Board Recap July 2025
https://aptg.co/rftDZb
Board Recap July 2025_Spanish
https://aptg.co/tY9DGx
Board Recap July 2025
https://aptg.co/rftDZb
Board Recap July 2025_Spanish
https://aptg.co/tY9DGx
📣 School Board Vacancy
Are you passionate about public education and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Bryant students? Here's your opportunity to serve!
Applications are open for At-Large Position B on the Bryant School Board. We’re looking for committed individuals who live within the Bryant School District and are eager to support our schools and community.
🗓 Term Ends: November 2026 (subject to change based on new legislation)
📝 How to Apply: Visit bryantschools.org or email Stacy Hoover at shoover@bryantschools.org to request an application.
‼️Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 4pm
Have questions or need help verifying your address? Call us at (501) 847-5600.
Are you passionate about public education and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Bryant students? Here's your opportunity to serve!
Applications are open for At-Large Position B on the Bryant School Board. We’re looking for committed individuals who live within the Bryant School District and are eager to support our schools and community.
🗓 Term Ends: November 2026 (subject to change based on new legislation)
📝 How to Apply: Visit bryantschools.org or email Stacy Hoover at shoover@bryantschools.org to request an application.
‼️Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 4pm
Have questions or need help verifying your address? Call us at (501) 847-5600.
The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools publishes a School Board Recap to provide staff members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings.
June 2025 meeting recap:
🔗 English: https://aptg.co/TDq780
🔗 Spanish: https://aptg.co/V1mSqK
👉 Bryant Pre-K Spots Still Available!
Looking for a high-quality early childhood program? We still have FREE and partial pay spots available in Bryant Pre-K for the upcoming school year. 🧸📚
New this year: Families who exceed income guidelines may now qualify for FREE tuition if their child was born under 5.9 lbs.
Give your child a strong start in a nurturing, fun, and educational environment!
📍 Learn more and apply today at bryantschools.org/prek.
📞 Questions? Call us at 501-847-5650.
##ReadySetLearnBPK
🍽️ STARTS TOMORROW – MONDAY, JUNE 2!
FREE meals for kids all summer long! ☀️
Bryant is thrilled to offer free breakfast and lunch to ALL children 18 years and younger at three convenient locations in our community. Students do not have to attend Bryant Schools to participate.
✅ No registration
✅ No application
✅ Just show up hungry and enjoy! 😋
📍 Find locations & details: bit.ly/SummerFoodProgram2025
STARTS MONDAY, JUNE 2
Free breakfast and lunch will be provided to any child 18 years and younger at three locations in the community. Children do not have to attend Bryant Schools to participate. No application or registration is needed. Just come hungry! For more information visit bit.ly/SummerFoodProgram2025.
Our Summer Food Program will begin on Monday, June 2 and will run throughout the summer. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided to any child 18 years and younger at three locations in the community. Children do not have to attend Bryant Schools to participate. No application or registration is needed. Just come hungry!
For more information visit bit.ly/SummerFoodProgram2025.
Get your Hornet signed up for summer athletic camps! Students develop athletic skills, build character, and have fun.
🔗 bryantschools.org/page/summercamps25
We are happy to welcome John Rountree as the new Assistant Principal of Bryant Elementary for the upcoming school year. He will join Mrs. Leslie Penfield, who will be stepping into her new role as principal.
Mr. Rountree is a proud graduate of Fountain Lake High School. He holds a BSE in Physical Education and a MSE in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. His career includes experience as a Health and Physical Education teacher and multi-sport coach. Most recently, he served at Bethel Middle School, teaching history and coaching girls basketball.
Mr. Rountree and his wife, Lexie—a Bryant High School graduate and proud Hornet—were married in November 2024.
Please join us in giving Mr. Rountree a warm welcome to the Bryant Elementary family!
The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will post a School Board Recap to provide parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings.
May 2025 meeting recap:
🔗 English: https://5il.co/3geob
🔗 Spanish: https://5il.co/3geoa
Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer, or Summer EBT, helps close the hunger gap when kids are on summer break and not getting nutritious school meals. Summer EBT provides grocery-buying benefits to low-income families with school-aged children in the form of pre-loaded cards, with a one-time benefit of $120 per eligible child.
Learn more at ar.gov/summerEBT.
SUMMER ATHLETIC CAMPS
The Bryant Athletic Department is offering numerous Hornet youth athletic camps this summer. Students have the chance to develop athletic skills, build character, and have fun. Coming up soon:
🏀 Little Hornets Basketball Camp (May 27-29)
🏐 Bryant Little’s Volleyball Camp (June 2-5)
📣 Bryant Cheer Mini Camp (June 2-4)
Our monthly e-newsletter, Success Happens Here, is one way we share important information with our parents and community. Please visit one of the links below for the May edition:
English: https://5il.co/3ezoj
Spanish: https://5il.co/3ezoh
Summer Athletic Camps
The Bryant Athletic Department is offering numerous Hornet youth athletic camps this summer. Students have the chance to develop athletic skills, build character, and have fun. Sign up TODAY!
🏀 Little Hornets Basketball Camp (May 27-29)
🏐Bryant Little’s Volleyball Camp (June 2-5)
🩰Mini Dance Camp (July 9-12)
🔗 bryantschools.org/page/summercamps25
Additional camps will be added, so check back!
