Gravette School District

06/08/2026

🦁 This year, beloved English teacher Karen Tolle has closed the last chapter of her career. In her 39 years as an educator, including 30 years of service to Gravette High School, she guided students through literary classics and helped them discover the power of language.

🔗 Read More: http://gravetteschools.net/article/2971338

Mrs. Tolle built relationships of trust with her students and guided them as they found their voices. She partnered closely with fellow English teachers to design effective lessons. And she helped shape generations as readers, writers, and thinkers.

We are deeply grateful for the decades of care, wisdom, and true educational excellence Mrs. Tolle brought to Gravette High School. We wish her the absolute best as she begins a well-deserved retirement. Thank you, Mrs. Tolle, for everything you have done for our commumity. 🦁🧡

After 39 years in education, Karen Tolle has closed the last chapter of her career as an English te...

06/02/2026

🦁 This year, we celebrated the retirement of someone who has been with our schools for decades. Kay Russow has closed the books for the last time at Gravette High School after 33 years of service to our students, families, and staff.

🔗 Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2958250

Since joining the district in 1993, Kay Russow has managed finances for the high school and more. Every field trip, student program, and athletic event depended on her oversight. For over three decades of growth she handled the foundational tasks that make running a school possible, while keeping her office door open for anyone that needed help.

We are deeply grateful for the decades of care Kay brought to our schools every single day. We wish her the absolute best as she begins a well-deserved retirement. Thank you, Kay, for everything you have done! 🧡

Kay Russow is officially retiring from Gravette High School after 33 years of service to the studen...

06/01/2026

🔔 For the next school year, the system we use to send reminder texts is changing. If you want to keep receiving a text message on your phone when the pantry is open, please visit the link below to add your mobile number to the new 2026-2027 list.

📝 Sign Up Here: https://forms.gle/972DY8Ger9bfPKDK7
📅 Open: Thursday, June 4th, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: 406 6th Ave SE

The food pantry provides resources to support any family with students attending our district. It is typically open on the first and third Thursday of every month.

We appreciate your help in updating this information so we can stay connected and continue supporting our community.

05/27/2026

As the school year came to a close, Gravette Middle School’s 8th-grade class gathered to celebrate ...

05/26/2026

🎓 Gravette High School proudly celebrated the graduation of 130 seniors in the Class of 2026, honoring a group defined by unity, perseverance, and historic achievements.

🔗 Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2935259

This milestone was shaped by hard work and the strong foundation built here at Gravette Schools. The Class of 2026 shattered expectations by securing more than $2 million in scholarships, claiming record-breaking victories in state competitions, and demonstrating incredible resilience and peer support in the face of adversity.

Their time as our students may have ended, but their place in our school community will always remain. Congratulations Class of 2026. We wish you the best on the path ahead and look forward to your continued success. 🦁🧡

Gravette High School celebrated the graduation of up to 130 graduates on May 16, 2026. The Class of...

05/26/2026

🏫 Choose Gravette Schools for an educational experience where students are known, challenged, and supported every step of the way.

🔗 Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2934551

Students from kindergarten through high school benefit from excellent early literacy programs, outdoor learning, personalized instruction, and high state test scores. The wide range of career and technical pathways allows students to gain real-world skills, while integrated leadership instruction builds character and confidence. Every student in Gravette has the opportunity to grow academically, lead with confidence, and graduate ready for whatever comes next.

Join the and see how our community can support your family and help your child achieve their goals. 🦁🧡

05/22/2026

The Gravette School Board meeting this week for the month of May included a celebration of our Classified Staff of the Year and a review major facility developments. The district received over 50 community nominations for these awards, honoring Carissa Lewallen, Tammy Forcum, Janice Dye, and Kay Robbins for their care and dedication to our students. Members of the Lady Lions soccer team even made a surprise appearance during the meeting to share notes of appreciation for Ms. Kay's extra efforts as their bus driver.

🔗 Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2930579

Excellent financial news was shared regarding the new classroom addition at Gravette High School, which is on schedule for a July completion and projected to come in at least $140,000 under budget. A new scoreboard is also coming to Lions Stadium next season at no cost to the district thanks to community sponsorships secured by Coach Vire and the Go Lions Booster Club.

The board approved a state grant to establish a new greenhouse and plant science program at the high school, along with an additional agriculture teacher to expand student access. Community meet-and-greet events with the incoming High School Principal and SPED Director are planned closer to the start of next school year. Thank you to our staff, community leaders, and booster organizations for working together to create these opportunities for our students. 🦁🧡

The Gravette School Board met this past Monday. The meeting opened with the celebration of the dis...

05/22/2026

📸 The results are in from the final Student Photography Contest of the school year. This March and April cycle wraps up an excellent year of student creativity through bi-monthly competitions, bringing forward a great collection of final entries.

🔗 Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2929386

The following students are recognized for their winning entries:
🥇 1st Place (Black & White): Henry Chernota (8th Grade)
🥈 2nd Place (Shadows & Silhouettes): Celia Mellers (9th Grade)
🥉 3rd Place (Frame Within a Frame): Sydnee Edwards (8th Grade)

🏅 Runner-Up (Spring): Tori Craig (8th Grade)
🏅 Runner-Up (Black & White): Lukas Easley (8th Grade)
🏅 Runner-Up (Frame Within a Frame): Whitley Vore (8th Grade)
🏅 Runner-Up (Shadows & Silhouettes): Isabella Allen (11th Grade)

We appreciate every young artist who picked up a camera and shared their perspective this year, as well as the educators who nurture these skills daily. A massive shoutout goes to Bedford Camera and Video of Fayetteville. Their continued partnership and generous gift cards for our top finishers provide incredible support for our local talent.

When the new contest launches, we will open with a special showcase featuring the top images from this entire year, plus a brand new set of people's choice awards. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and participants! Have a GREAT summer! 🦁🧡

05/20/2026

🎒 Registration is now open to receive a free backpack filled with school supplies for the 2026-27 school term. Please complete the form as soon as possible so we can prepare your materials.

📝 Sign Up Here: https://forms.gle/FoE3DADmLTLZjmAu9

Bright Futures is preparing early to support families and ensure students have everything they need for the upcoming school year. This program is available to all students enrolled in the Gravette School District, and supplies will be ready for you to collect during the school Open House.

Thank you for partnering with us to build a strong foundation for our students.

05/19/2026

Gravette Middle School students explored a wide variety of future career paths during Career Day 20...