Walker Elementary

🎄🎅 Yesterday, our incredible K-Kids club had the honor of ringing the bell for the Salvation Army! ❤️ With festive cheer, big smiles, and warm hearts, these young leaders brightened the day for everyone they met. We’re so proud of their dedication to giving back and spreading joy this holiday season. Thank you to all who stopped by to support and share in the holiday spirit! 🎁✨ #SpringdaleFamily

Next week is the last week before Christmas Break. We hope you will join us for our Winter STEAM day on Thursday, December 19th. Here is the Walker News, December 16-20, 2024. https://secure.smore.com/n/7v6tr

PTA is providing a Christmas Lunch for the teachers/staff from Noodles on Thursday, December 19th. Please take a look at the sign up if you are able to contribute. You can also venmo: @WalkerPTA-Wildcat as well. Thank you so much for everyone’s support of Walker PTA https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/70A054BACAB28ABFE3-53747217-2024

🎄 KKIDS Club Making a Difference! 🎄 Today, our amazing KKIDS Club of 3rd-5th graders had their monthly meeting, and they were busy spreading holiday cheer! 🌟 They handcrafted beautiful ornaments for the residents at Springdale Health and Rehab, bringing a little extra joy to their holiday season. ❤️ But that’s not all! This Saturday, our KKIDS will be ringing the bell for The Salvation Army from 10 AM to 2 PM at Harps in Springdale. 🛎️🎅 We’d love for you to come out, support this great cause, and say hello to these incredible young leaders! Let’s make this season one to remember. 🎁✨ #SpringdaleFamily

🎉 Last Day of ROAR for 2024! 🎉 As we wrap up our ROAR After School Program for 2024, we want to thank all of our Walker Families for giving their Wildcats the opportunity to be part of this wonderful program. 🐾 It’s been an incredible year of learning, fun, and growth, and we’re so proud of how far our students have come! A huge thank you to our dedicated Walker Staff for going above and beyond with their time and effort to support our students, and to our amazing ROAR Director, Mrs. Struebing, and Assistant Director, Mrs. Missy Wright, for their leadership and hard work. 💜 We can’t wait to see everyone back on January 13th, 2025, when ROAR resumes after the holiday break! 🎉 #SpringdaleFamily #WalkerWildcats #ROARAfterSchool #ThankYou #SeeYouIn2025

Yesterday we celebrated our ELD students that graduated from the program. Here are some pictures of the reception we held for students and family afterwards! #SpringdaleFamily

🎉 Celebrating Our Wildcats at the ELD Exit Celebration! 🌟 We are so proud of our Walker Elementary students who were recognized in the ELD Exit Celebration for their amazing progress in English Language Development! 🎓✨ These Wildcats have worked hard, shown incredible dedication, and made tremendous strides in their learning journey. The ELD Exit Celebration honors students who have successfully exited the English Language Development program, a huge milestone in their academic achievements. 💜👏 A big congratulations to these students for their perseverance and hard work! We can’t wait to see all the great things you will accomplish next! For more about Arkansas English Learner Exit Procedures, visit: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/english-learners/arkansas-english-learner-entrance-and-exit-procedures #SpringdaleFamily #WalkerWildcats #ELDCelebration #StudentSuccess

🎄🎉 Wacky Wednesday Reindeer Fun! 🦌✨ Our Wildcats had an absolute blast this Wacky Wednesday with a Reindeer-themed celebration! From wearing reindeer antlers to playing fun games, the holiday spirit was in full swing. 🎅🎁 The day was filled with laughter, creativity, and school spirit as our Wildcats got into the holiday mood. We’re so proud of their enthusiasm and joy! 💜 Thank you to everyone who joined in the wacky fun, and stay tuned for more festive moments ahead! #SpringdaleFamily #WalkerWildcats #WackyWednesday #ReindeerFun #HolidaySpirit

Santa will visit Walker on Friday for pictures! Please submit the form and $10 to the office by Wednesday at 3:00 PM.

Please join us for Chick-fil-a Spirit Night tomorrow! Tuesday, December 10th. From 5 to 8pm. 5675 W Sunset Ave location (Near Sam's Club) Grab dinner or a treat and a percentage of sales will go back to Walker Elementary School's PTA for teacher meals, class parties, etc! Make sure to Let the Order taker know you are there for Spirit Night/Walker Elementary. Thanks so much!

🍫 Thank You, Walker Families! 💜 A huge thank you to our amazing Walker families for your support during our Chocolate Sales! Thanks to your generosity, we are thrilled to announce that we've purchased IXL software for our students! 🎉 With IXL, our Wildcats in 1st-5th grades will now have access to personalized learning in Math and ELA, and 3rd-5th grades will also have access to Science! 🌟 We are so excited to see our Wildcats grow and learn with this incredible tool. A special shoutout to World’s Finest Chocolate for helping make this all possible through fundraising! 🍫 We can’t wait to see all the progress our Wildcats will make with IXL! 📊 Learn more about IXL: https://www.ixl.com/analytics #SpringdaleFamily #WalkerWildcats #ThankYou #IXL

"🎄 Reindeer Round Up was a HUGE success! 🦌✨ Our Wildcats had an unforgettable time at this year's Reindeer Round Up, filled with holiday cheer and non-stop fun! The excitement started with reindeer games, followed by a festive cake walk, and a cozy Santa story with hot cocoa that warmed everyone’s hearts. The fun didn’t stop there – students joined in for a thrilling round of Jingo, a challenging Christmas Trivia Kahoot, and an adventurous Christmas Scavenger Hunt! Plus, everyone had a blast with the Seran Ball and our 5th graders enjoyed an extra special White Elephant gift exchange! 🎁 To top it all off, students got to wind down by choosing from two Christmas movies to end the day with smiles and laughter. A huge thank you to the Southwest Junior High National Junior Honor Society for their amazing help in making this event extra special! Your support truly made this day one to remember for our Wildcats! 💜 #SpringdaleFamily

Dear Walker Families, Please take a moment to read this month’s Counselor's Corner from our school counselor, Mrs. Erin Waterman. This edition highlights December's core value of Service and offers practical tips to help encourage this value at home. Stay informed and connected as we continue to work together for the success and well-being of all our students. Thank you for your continued support! https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?shva=1#search/smore/FMfcgzQXKWkpCsXvmcNVCBqbZPSlXtTq

Dear Walker Families, Here is the Walker Elementary News for next week, December 9-13, 2024: https://secure.smore.com/n/a3c1r Reminder: Reindeer Round Up is tonight from 5:00-8:00pm if you signed your child up to attend. Thank you for your partnership and support. We are so thankful to have your Wildcats as part of our school community! Have a wonderful weekend!

🎁 Wildcats Enjoy The Great Gift Exchange! 🐾💜 Some of our Walker Elementary students had an exciting and heartwarming field trip to Fast Lane in Springdale, AR, for The Great Gift Exchange! 🎳🎄 This special event was filled with joy, giving, and the true spirit of the season, as our Wildcats participated in sharing kindness and spreading holiday cheer. A huge thank you to our incredible community partners, including Fast Lane and A Level Up, for making this memorable experience possible. Your generosity and dedication to our students remind us all of the power of giving back. Our Wildcats left with full hearts, big smiles, and holiday cheer to share with others! 💜 👉 Learn more about The Great Gift Exchange: https://alevelup.org/the-great-gift-exchange/

🎉 Walker Wildcat Generosity Assembly 🐾💜 Today, our Wildcats gathered for a special Generosity Assembly to celebrate this month’s core value: Generosity! 💜 From recognizing students who exemplify kindness and giving to engaging in fun activities like turkey bowling, the energy and school spirit were unforgettable! 🦃🎳 We are so proud of our Wildcats for showing generosity in big and small ways every day. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this assembly a celebration to remember. Together, we are making Walker Elementary a place where generosity shines! 🌟

🍎 Welcome Back, Wildcats! 🐾 Smiles are everywhere as our Wildcats return from a restful Thanksgiving break! 😊 After enjoying turkey, family time, and all the holiday fun, our students are ready and thankful to be back learning, growing, and laughing with friends. Let’s make this week one to remember! 💛🍂

Hello Walker Families, Do you need a night off or time for holiday shopping? 🎄 Sign your Walker Wildcat up for Reindeer Roundup hosted by our amazing Walker teachers! 📅 When: Friday, December 6th 📍 Where: Walker Elementary ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM 💵 Cost: $10/student (Max $20/family) Your child will enjoy food, fun, movies, & reindeer games! Wear pajamas & bring a pillow for movie time. Snacks & dinner included. 📋 Form and Payment due date extended to Wednesday, December 4th Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening! 🎅

We hope you had a restful and joyful Thanksgiving break! We're excited to see our Wildcats back on Monday, December 2nd. Here is the Walker news for December 2–6. https://secure.smore.com/n/7cp6r

Walker Families, There will be no school next week, November 25–29. We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating Thanksgiving with your loved ones. Here is the Walker news for the week we return, December 2–6. Happy Thanksgiving, Wildcats! https://secure.smore.com/n/9zyc2