Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders unveiled Arkansas LEARNS on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, alongside state legislators, students, parents, and teachers at the Arkansas State Capitol. In an infographic, the Governor’s office describes Arkansas LEARNS in three categories: Educate Kids, Empower Parents, and Recruit & Retain Good Teachers. We break it down for you below, and the infographic is […]
[VIDEO] Bryant Schools issues statement on incident with pictures of juveniles
On Monday, January 30, 2023, the parent of a student at Bryant Public Schools posted a live video on Facebook, expressing her disappointment with an incident where she became aware that at least one picture of her daughter was shared via electronic message with an unknown person, and without her permission. The video went viral […]
Bethel student wins regional spelling bee in Bryant; Headed to statewide competition
The Bryant School District held their annual spelling bee on Friday, January 27, 2023, with kids from 3rd to 8th grade competing for the title. This was the Regional Qualifier Competition as part of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. I was eager to participate myself, as the organizers asked me to be the pronouncer – the […]
[VIDEO] Saline County students earn top spots in the 2022 Congressional App Challenge
Several Saline County students placed in the top spots in the 2022 Congressional App Challenge. US Rep. French Hill recently announced the winners of the 2022 Congressional App Challenge for the Second Congressional District in Arkansas. This year’s panel of judges included Jay Chesshir, President and CEO, Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce; Thomas Wallace, […]
Here’s how to have Benton students “Elf” your yard
Let the Benton Mayor’s Youth Council bring smiles to your kids/grandkids, friends/family, or neighbors by “Elfing” their yard this holiday season. This service is $50.00 this includes us putting up/taking down 8-9 yard signs. On the night of take down, we will leave a gift from the Elves for each child listed on the registration. We […]
[VIDEO] Coffee shop owner Jared Voth spills the beans on filling others’ cups
Jared Voth: Dedicating His Life to the Betterment of His Community By: BHS EAST Jared Voth has been a mainstay in Saline County through his charitable business: Koffee with a Kause. However, most people don’t know the steps taken to get him to this point. Voth started his hospitality endeavors in Downtown Dallas where he […]
[VIDEO] EAST Students interview Benton Parks & Rec Director Stephanie Jones for this “Community Spotlight”
Improving the Community through Parks and Recreation: Stephanie Jones By: BHS EAST Constantly finding ways to improve our community parks and recreational activities, Stephanie Jones is definitely one of the pillars of Benton. She is the director of Benton Parks and Recreation and has devoted her entire career to bettering the City of Benton. Jones, […]
[VIDEO] Heath Massey featured in Benton students’ first “Community Spotlight”
Changing the Lives of Children: Heath Massey By: BHS EAST Making an impact on children’s lives everyday, Heath Massey is truly an icon of Saline County. Heath Massey, Chief Operating Officer at the Boys and Girls Clubs, embodies what it means to give back to one’s community. Throughout Heath’s extensive career he has held multiple […]
Bryant student gives tour of schools to State Legislators and candidates
Bryant Schools invited the district’s State Representatives and Senators to visit two school campuses for “Take Your Legislator to School Month” in Arkansas. Senator Kim Hammer (R) and Representative Tony Furman (R), asking with candidates for the newly drawn District 81, Roy Vaughn (D) and RJ Hawk (R). Student Jamyia Bonner served as our tour […]
Benton 2nd grader is one of the winners in statewide writers contest
Arkansas PBS announced winners of the 2022 Arkansas PBS KIDS Writers Contest. Students in grades K-3 submitted 93 entries for this year’s contest, including one 2nd-grader in Benton who won first place in his grade. In addition to being published to the Arkansas PBS website, these young authors will have the opportunity to read their […]
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