Hello, Trailblazer Families,

We had a great week of learning after our Spring Break! There was also a "Commotion in the Ocean" here Thursday night, as second grade presented their musical "Go Fish". They worked so hard and did a phenomenal job! As we are in our final weeks of school, we are concentrating on the learning power of grit and what that means in our everyday life. We will then transition to continued learning of what innovation means, how we demonstrate innovative practices, and how we can grow our learning of having an innovative mindset. Students will engage in a final Wonder Project this year, with a culminating presentation day in May. Stay tuned for more information about this day!

Please see information below on the Read-a-Thon! PTA Board Nominations are now open. Please see below to learn more!

We hope you have a wonderful weekend in this crazy Arkansas weather!

Carrie Farris, Principal

Jody Johnson, Assistant Principal

April 7th- Read-a-Thon Starts!

April 10th-Coffee with the Counselor (see flyer below)

April 17th- Second Grade Field Trip to Apple Seeds Teaching Farm

April 18th- NO SCHOOL- Flex Day

April 25th- Snack Day and PTA Parent Night Out

April 30th- First Grade Stick Horse Rodeo (more info to come)

May 13th- Fifth Grade Little Olympics at HBHS (rainout day May 20th)

May 14- Fifth Grade Ceremony

May 19- Kindergarten Ceremony

May 16th- Field Day

May 20th-Fourth Grade Field Trip

May 23rd-Last Day of School and Talent Show

Do you have a child that will be a Kindergarten Rollins Trailblazer in August 2025? Save the date to join us on April 24, to tour the school, meet the staff, ask questions, and learn more about Kindergarten. We can't wait to meet our new Trailblazers. Spread the word!

If you need your child's ATLAS Parent Portal Login Code, please reach out to Jody Johnson at jjohnson5@sdale.org. This will allow you to see your students test results.

ATLAS tests test grade level standards. When looking at scores, we cannot compare each year to the next, but rather the beginning of each year to the end of each year.

The Springdale School Board voted to approve the 2025-2026 calendar featured below.

Calling All Leaders! PTA Board 25-26 Nominations Are Open!

Do you want to make a difference in our school community? Now’s your chance! We’re looking for passionate and dedicated parents to join the PTA board for the 2025-26 school year.

Open Positions:

President

Vice President

Treasurer

Secretary

Director of Fundraising

If you or someone you know would be a great fit, nominate them today! PTA board members help plan events, support teachers, and advocate for our students—plus, it’s a great way to get involved and meet other amazing parents.

Deadline for nominations: April 20, 2025

Submit nominations: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScjmau3gV7.../viewform...

Let’s work together to make next year amazing! Drop a in the comments if you're interested or tag someone who’d be perfect for the role!

#PTANominations #GetInvolved #MakeADifference

Our school Read-A-Thon begins on Monday April 7, 2025 and is sure to be a fun and exciting event.

We understand that your time is valuable. We also know that providing the best education for your child is important. That's why we are encouraging everyone to activate their student's Read-A-Thon account as soon as possible. The instructions are straightforward, making it quick and hassle-free, and it should take less than 5 minutes of your time.

Watch a short video to see how to signup your reader:
https://youtu.be/12tmuXH8zCg

This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/323737333737/1?utm=email

Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers!

Thank you,

Rollins Elementary Library and PTA

Pre-K 10:30 am - 11:00 am

3rd 10:35 am-11:05 am

1st 10:55 am-11:25 am

2nd 11:15 am-11:45am

5th 11:30 am-12:00 pm

K 11:50 am-12:20 pm

4th 12:10-12:40 pm