Bryant Elementary School

STAY CONNECTED Didn’t receive the phone, text or email (or all three) we sent regarding early dismissal? It’s time to update your contact information, which is also used for Rooms, our parent teacher communication tool. Contact your child’s school TODAY so you don’t miss important messages.

We have been closely monitoring the weather forecast and its potential impact on our area. As of now, all Bryant schools will begin as scheduled on Thursday, January 9, but will DISMISS EARLY at 1:00PM. Activities and athletic events for the day are canceled. If weather or road conditions warrant and we need to dismiss earlier or close for the day, we will notify families as soon as possible. Please watch for updates through our usual communication channels.

Parents, please update your contact information TODAY to ensure we can reach you in case of schedule changes due to inclement weather. Contact your child’s school if your phone number, email, or emergency contact has changed. We’re monitoring the weather closely for potential impacts on Thursday and Friday. No decisions have been made yet, but we’ll notify you as soon as possible about any changes through all our communication channels: 📧 Email 📳 Phone calls and text messages 📱 Bryant Public Schools app 📣 Social media (Facebook & Instagram) 👩‍💻 Bryant website (bryantschools.org) 📺 Local tv stations

🏈 The Championship may be around the corner, but the Bryant High School Hornets are making time to lead by example! Today, the Boys to Men Club came together to mentor their fellow Hornets and brainstorm ways to give back to the community. Their dedication on and off the field is truly inspiring. Stay tuned for updates on how you can join their efforts, and as always, Let’s Go Hornets! 💙

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will publish a School Board Recap to provide parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings. Links to the November 2024 meeting recap: English 🔗 https://5il.co/31nbg Spanish 🔗 https://5il.co/31nbc

‼️ Only Two More Days to Get Your Ticket! 🎟️🦃 Tickets for the annual Thanksgiving lunch are on sale through this Friday, November 15. Purchase at your child’s school for $5 per guest. We hope you will join us for this long-standing holiday tradition.

📱💻 Parents, join us for Keeping Kids Safe Online, presented by our Bryant School-Based Mental Health program. This event is designed to provide resources and raise awareness about online safety, from understanding risky apps to recognizing deep fakes and limiting exposure to harmful content. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3YUCN75

Our monthly district 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 November 2024 edition: English: https://5il.co/30d3v Spanish: https://5il.co/30d3x

📢REMINDER: All schools will be closed for Fall Break October 25-28. Students will return to classes on Tuesday, October 29.

The Bryant School District recently presented the Annual Report to the Public. Presented in video format, the report updates patrons on the progress made during the 2023-24 school year. Check out all the great opportunities happening in Bryant Schools! 📹 https://youtu.be/AJTaYdu-LrQ 📊 https://5il.co/2z76d

📢 REMINDER: Thursday, October 24, ALL Bryant Schools will be following the early release schedule due to parent teacher conferences at our elementary schools. ⏰ Dismissal times for each school can be found on our website: https://www.bryantschools.org/page/parent-teacher-conference

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools publishes a School Board Recap to provide parents and community members with information about decisions being made at school board meetings. October 2024 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/2z9df Spanish: https://5il.co/2z9de

⭐️ SUBSTITUTE HIRING EVENT ⭐️ Bryant Schools is looking for quality substitutes. Consider applying with Kelly Education! Learn more at the mobile hiring event located at 1511 North Reynolds Road in Bryant (Bryant Administration Office) on Monday, October 21 @ 1PM - 3:30PM. Chat with recruiters, learn about requirements and the great work schedule, and get any questions answered.

National School Lunch Week is October 14-18! 🍎🥪 Set sail for a week of delicious adventures! 🚢🏴‍☠️ Our Food Service team is offering a FREE LUNCH to all students on Wednesday, October 16 (one entree per student). Elementary & Middle School Menu: 🍔 Hamburgers orHotdogs 🍟 Emoticons or Spicy Seasoned Fries (spicy for middle school) 🌟 Baked Beans 🍏 Applesauce 🥛 Choice of Milk BJHS and BHS students will have 8 different lines to choose from for their selections We hope all students will enjoy the tasty treasure of a balanced meal to fuel their day. 🥗🍴

🎉 Huge Congratulations to Bryant Elementary – Our Peanut Butter Drive Champions! 🏆🥜 Bryant Elementary gathered an unbelievable 3,175 jars of peanut butter! Across the entire district, we collected a grand total of 4,623 jars, making a huge difference for families in need all over Saline County. Thank you to all those who donated! 🌟

Our monthly district 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 October 2024 edition: English: https://5il.co/2ygmg Spanish: https://5il.co/2ygmh

Parents, did you know Free/Reduced meal benefits expire on September 30? A new application is required each school year so your child can continue receiving nutritious meals! 🍎🍕🥗🌮 Applications are still open for families applying for the first time. Families who submit an application by September 30 are eligible to win a $100 gift card. 💻 https://secure.ezmealapp.com Fill out one application for all members of your household.

📢 REMINDER: Tuesday, September 24, ALL Bryant Schools will be following the early release schedule due to parent teacher conferences at Bryant Middle, Bethel Middle, Bryant Junior High, and Bryant High School. ⏰ Dismissal times for each school can be found on our website: https://www.bryantschools.org/page/parent-teacher-conference

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. For the third year, our district is participating in the #GoGold campaign. All Hornets are asked to #GoGold on Friday, September 27. Wear gold clothing/accessories or wear a gold ribbon. We are asking students to donate $1 and staff to donate $2. All donations will be given to Arkansas Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Child Life Department to support children with cancer and their families.

Attention Hornets! Want to win a $100 gift card? Enter by completing a 2024-2025 Free/Reduced Meal Application by September 30. 🔗 https://secure.ezmealapp.com Fill out one application for all members of your household.