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Walker Elementary

Parent Newsletter for September 7-10, 2021

Walker ElementaryParent Newsletter for September 7-10, 2021

Dear Walker Families,

With our first three weeks completed, we are off to a great start to the 2021-22 school year. Monday is Labor Day so we will not have school making next week only a four-day week.



Important Reminders

Don't forget to...

  • Provide your child with a mask and a backup mask in the backpack
  • Fill out the free and reduced forms online using the link below. Each household will only need to submit one online form. The breakfast and lunch menus can be found below. All students are eating for free again this year due to Covid. However, if you will please fill out the forms so that your child will still have free or reduced at the start of school next year. Funding for our school is also provided based on our free and reduced applications.


Have you Joined PTA? Do you have questions about what PTA does? Check out the PTA info below and get to know our PTA President, Mrs. Stephanie Crabtree.


Important Events

  • MAP Testing - All students will be taking a state test in reading and math starting next week. Remind your child to do their very best so we can determine how to best support their learning needs. More information about MAP testing can be found below.
  • School Night for Scouting - There is a parent meeting on Tuesday, September 7th at 6:30 pm at T.G. Smith Elementary (3600 Falcon Rd., Springdale) for any student and a parent who is interested in joining Cub Scouts.
  • Bring a Furry Friend Day - On Thursday, September 9th, we will celebrate National Teddy Bear Day by bringing furry "stuffed" friends to school.
  • Walker KKids Meeting - Our first KKids meeting will be in the Walker Gym on Friday, September 10th at 7:15 am.
  • Parent Date Night - Friday, September 10th is a special night for kids at HBHS. More information can be found below.


We have an amazing group of classroom teachers. Check out the link below to read your child's grade level news and information.


Our job is to serve your child and your family! Please let us know if you have questions or need help.


Thank you for your partnership,


Mrs. Lynn Ryan, Principal, lryan@sdale.org

Mrs. Carrie Farris, Assistant Principal, cfarris@sdale.org

PTA Membership Information
Form to join Walker PTA
Walker Classroom News

Walker Classroom News

Walker Classroom News - September 7-10, 2021 by Lynn Ryan | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for educators, nonprofits, businesses and more

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Free & Reduced Lunch Application Link
Links to apply for your child to qualify for a free or reduced lunch. You may either print and submit a paper form or use the links to apply online.
Link to enroll in The After School Program
Enlace para inscribirse en el programa extracurricular
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Labor Day Weekend Family Fun

We have made it to our first three day weekend! What a great time to get out and enjoy some family events in Northwest Arkansas. Making memories with your kids and soaking up those last few days of summer will last a lifetime. I have a link here to help guide you if you are interested in some family fun this weekend and of course Go Hogs Go!
6 family-friendly ways to relax this Labor Day weekend | NewFolks

6 family-friendly ways to relax this Labor Day weekend | NewFolks

Labor Day was created to honor workers. It came out of the labor movement in the late 19th century. The first one was celebrated in New York City in 1882. Labor Day became a federal holiday in 1894.

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Springdale Family Literacy Program

Springdale Family Literacy Program

Springdale, Arkansas - May 25 - The Dollar General Literacy Foundation recently awarded Springdale Family Literacy Program a $9342.00 grant to support family literacy. This local grant is part of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation's recent award of $10.5 million donation to support summer, family, and adult literacy programs, representing the organization's largest one-day grant donation in its 28-year history.

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Connect to Walker Elementary on Social Media

Walker Elementary has a Facebook page for the school, EAST, KKids, and PTA. Like all these pages to keep up with the latest school information. Click on the links below to get to each page. Then click on the like button to follow our pages. Once you like our pages, you will see our posts in your Facebook newsfeed.


Walker Elementary tiene una página de Facebook para la escuela, EAST, KKids y PTA. Haga clic en el boton Me gusta a todas estas páginas para mantenerse al día con la información más reciente de la escuela. Haga clic en los enlaces a continuación para acceder a cada página. Luego haga clic en el botón Me gusta para seguir nuestras páginas. Una vez que siga nuestras páginas, verá nuestras publicaciones en su suministro de noticias de Facebook.

Walker Elementary School Facebook Page
Please follow our Walker Facebook page for important information about upcoming events and to learn about what is happening at Walker Elementary school.
Walker Elementary EAST Facebook Page
Walker Elementary EAST is an educational program that combines self-direction, teamwork, service and cutting-edge technology in a manner that helps students to develop their own interests and aptitudes in a positive environment.
Walker Elementary PTA Facebook page
Please like our Walker PTA Facebook page to stay updated on upcoming PTA events and volunteer opportunities.
Walker Elementary KKIDS Facebook Page
KKids is open to all 3rd-5th-grade students. KKids students are leaders who strive to do amazing things for our school, the community, and the world.
Mrs. Cavitt's GT Website
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About Walker Elementary

Instagram Account: Walker_Elementary_School

Email: lryan@sdale.org
Website: http://walker.sdale.org/
Location: 1701 S 40th St, Springdale, AR 72762, USA
Phone: (479)750-8874
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Walker-Elementary-School-153949846329/?fb_dtsg_ag=AdwRYGYALRWaOM_WFS6amN-KET7MLpVyEIsHP67NBtqKpw%3AAdzbMII6M5eTTkPHoihXX-c_sZfj8FhoBtbfGpEfoEMIPA
Twitter: @WalkerWildcats1

Family Self Reporting For Confirmed COVID-19 Close Contact Outside of School




Families must reach out as soon as possible when there is a member of the household that has been in close contact with an individual confirmed as COVID-19 positive. Your name and information will be kept private and confidential. Fill out the appropriate forms through the button links above. If you need help reach out by telephone:


Las familias deben comunicarse lo antes posible cuando hay un miembro del hogar que ha estado en contacto cercano con una persona confirmada como COVID-19 positivo. Su nombre e información se mantendrán privados y confidenciales. Complete los formularios correspondientes a través de los enlaces de los botones de arriba. Si necesita ayuda, comuníquese por teléfono:

Student Covid 19 Positive Reporting Form Link
Estudiante/Personal COVID-19 Positivo Rijikuul/Rijerbal ilo jikuul COVID-19 Positive
Student Household Covid 19 Exposure Reporting Form Link
Exposición del hogar de estudiantes COVID-19 Rijikuul/staff ro ilo aer expose ilo moko mweer

District Covid 19 Site District Covid 19 Site

Springdale Public Schools

Springdale Public Schools

Families of students who have been potentially exposed to a confirmed COVID-19 case at school will be notified as soon as possible. Your student's principal will notify you of a positive case in your student's school, but is not allowed to identify the person who is positive.

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