With the ongoing construction of the new JH building, the fencing surrounding the site has been moved outward to allow groundwork around the building. This has caused the traffic lanes from Mock Street around the new construction to the football concession stand to be narrowed to one lane. We'd like to ask everyone to be mindful of this when driving through campus.
Parents dropping off students at the JH can travel down the street and go directly into the drop-off point on the back side of the JH.
During the afternoon pickup at the JH, the gates will be opened earlier to allow parents to pull into the pickup location by the cafeteria. We ask that you pull forward as far as possible to avoid having traffic backed up on the street. Security staff will be in the area for several days to help with traffic while parents adjust to the new traffic pattern. Thank you for your cooperation.
The Board Approved:
Annual ASBA Legal Liability and Employment Practice Liability Insurance with Gallagher Risk Management Services
Annual ASBA General Liability Coverage Outside Arkansas Insurance with Gallagher Risk Management Services
Pre-K Calendar for the 2026-2027 school year
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative and Prairie Grove School District regarding providing FAPE to eligible Pre-K students ages 3 through Kindergarten. The purpose of this MOU is to ensure the provision of special education services to individuals with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Act and its implementing regulations.
Informational Items:
PGJH Construction Update presented by Weston Bartholomew from Pick-It Construction.
ATLAS Winter Interim Data presented by Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Allison Byford.
New Board Members On March 3rd, three new PGSD School board members were elected for a six-year term. Whitney Bryant, Kim Pinkley, and Easton Sherry, who will be replacing William Dick, JC Dobbs, and Cassie Davis, who have completed their terms.
School Board Officers The board elected new officers for the 2026-2027 school year: Casie Ruland, President, Whitney Bryant, Vice President, and Bart Orr, Secretary/Treasurer.
Consent Agenda:
The board approved the consent agenda, which included personnel considerations, February board minutes, and the February financial report.
Recognitions:
Staff: Sierra Rakotz, Beverly Southern,
Katie Terry, Mariela Delgado, Randy Mathias
Student Programs: National History Day
Staff were presented with gifts from Arvest, Grand Savings Bank, Priority Bank, Bank of Fayetteville, and First Community Bank.
Find More Board Information and Records Here: https://www.pgtigers.org/page/school-board4
Kindergarten Enrollment is Now Open!
For details and registration information, visit:
https://www.pgtigers.org/o/district/page/regstrtpg
Our Middle School GT students had a fascinating visit from Dr. Jones, who led them on a deep dive into arthropods and entomology!
Students even got to participate in the same activity Dr. Jones uses with his college classes, giving them a real hands-on learning experience. The highlight? Seeing LIVE Madagascar hissing roaches and a LIVE scorpion that can actually shoot vinegar when threatened!
It was an unforgettable experience that brought science to life for our students!
Preschool Enrollment is Now Open!
For details and registration information, visit:
https://www.pgtigers.org/o/district/page/prek-registration
Our kindergarteners had a special visitor this morning! ☀️🌧️
Local meteorologist Darby Bybee stopped by to talk with students about weather, forecasting, and what it’s like to be a meteorologist. Students loved learning about storms, sunshine, and how meteorologists help keep our communities safe and informed.
Thank you, Darby, for sharing your time and sparking curiosity about the weather with our young Tigers! 🐯
Save the Date!
Preschool Enrollment opens March 11th
Kindergarten Enrollment opens March 18th
For details and registration information, visit:
https://www.pgtigers.org/o/district/page/regstrtpg
Ages 2 years through High School - Open to PG & Surrounding Areas
Pre-Order Tickets:
$25 for Father/Daughter Couple
$5 for each additional girl
Tickets at the Door:
$30 per Couple
$5 for each additional girl
Purchase Tickets via Venmo @PGHS-Class2026 (4-digit code 7301 - In description, please state father's name and each child's name. Screenshot your completed payment for quick entry.)
With Your Ticket:
DJ and Dancing
Tea Party Food & Drinks
Two Photo Backdrops
Bejeweled Mirror Craft (while supplies last, if ticket purchased at the door)
Vendors (While Supplies Last):
Fancy's Fun Shop (item $2 & up)
Ohh La La Nails - Senior girls will be doing nails all evening ($10 per set)
Flower Wands & Corsages (Starting at $10)
We can’t wait to see our students enjoying a space they helped choose!
The Academic Calendar for the 2026-2027 School Year is Now Available!
August 5 - 11: Teacher PD Days
August 12: Start of 1st Quarter
September 7 - 8: Labor Day Holiday
October 9: End of 1st Quarter
October 12: Start of 2nd Quarter
October 19-20: Fall Break
November 2: Teacher PD Day
November 23 - 27: Thanksgiving Holiday
December 18: End of 2nd Quarter
Dec. 21 - Jan. 1: Christmas Holiday
January 4 - 5: Teacher PD Days
January 6: Start of 3rd Quarter
January 18: MLK Jr. Holiday
February 12: School Closed
February 15: Teacher PD Day
March 12: End of 3rd Quarter
March 15: Start of 4th Quarter
March 22 - 26: Spring Break
April 15: Teacher PD Day
April 16: School Closed
May 20: End of 4th Quarter
May 21: Teacher Work Day
May 24 - 28: Make-Up Days (If Necessary)
District Calendars Can Be Found Online Here
February 2026 Board Report Newsletter
The Board Approved:
Policies 3.8 & 8.5 (Sick Leave): Proposed changes to the salary schedule.
PGSD Recruitment & Retention Incentive Reward
Audit Report: June 30, 2025, audit by Landmark Certified Public Accountant reported with no findings.
2026–2027 Academic Calendar
Playground Purchase: Approval of playground equipment for Prairie Grove Middle School from PlayWell Group & Play Works Inc. in the amount of $189,945.99.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU): Agreement between Fayetteville Public Schools and Prairie Grove Public Schools to provide Title I Equitable Services.
Informational Items:
Assistant Superintendent Dr. Allison Byford presented the academic report. Lead Nurse Melinda Southerly gave the annual nurses' report, including results from the required health services survey on on-campus student health care needs. A security and transportation update by Director John Ahrends. Personnel Policy Committee members recommended expanding the definition of "Immediate Family" (Sections 3.8 and 8.5 - Sick Leave) to include siblings, grandparents, and grandchildren, aligning more closely with state policy. Finally, an incentive reward was proposed, establishing a permanent bonus structure based on district state rating and years of service in PGSD.
Consent Agenda:
The board approved the consent agenda, which included personnel considerations, January board minutes, and the January financial report.
Recognitions:
Staff: Charis Washausen, Ariel Gonzalez, Breanna Fitzgerald, Mandy Bartholomew, & Lauren Marron
Student Programs: PGHS Archery Team
Board Member: President William Dick was awarded for 24 years of service.
Staff were presented with gifts from Arvest, Grand Savings Bank, Priority Bank, Bank of Fayetteville, and First Community Bank.
Find More Board Information and Records Here
Twenty-seven PGHS DECA members represented Prairie Grove at the State Career Development Conference in Hot Springs last week!
Every student competed in business and marketing events, including entrepreneurship, hospitality, finance, and marketing — and we’re proud to celebrate our finalists: Olivia Hargis, Elijah Sugg, Corbin Stearman, Zoey Thompson, Molly Helmer, Levi Frost, and Onalis Hollis!
Special congratulations to Quade Parker (1st place), Aubrey Carlton (2nd place), and Emarie Geunther & Ruthie Foster (2nd place) for qualifying for DECA’s International Career Development Conference in Atlanta this April!
Way to represent, Tigers!
Junior High student, Tucker Harris, attended a reception at the Windgate Museum at Hendrix Art Show, where his artwork was on display in a special juried exhibit. 🎨 🖼️
Prairie Grove students, Hendrix Orona, Sullivan Hudgens, Liam Stephens, and Fisher Reynolds had art pieces on display in this exhibit as well. Way to go, Tigers!
Our PGHS Unified Pickleball team competed at the SOAR Winter Games, and every team placed in their division. So proud of the teamwork, sportsmanship, and Tiger spirit on display!
Deliveries will be accepted between 11:00-2:00
No glass of any kind
No balloons for any students riding the bus
No open beverage containers
Delivery must include students' first and last names and grade
Shoutout to Mrs. Tracie Ashley, junior high history teacher, on being named Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative Mentor of the Month!
Her dedication to guiding, supporting, and inspiring other educators truly makes a difference. We’re proud to have such an outstanding mentor shaping both students and teachers at Prairie Grove Schools.
