Springdale Public Schools

Springdale students were in the spotlight March 18-20 at the 2025 EAST Conference in Hot Springs.

The conference is where innovation and collaboration come to life, while inspiring students who are passionate about technology and community problem-solving. The event is a call-to-action for those ready to transform their knowledge into impactful solutions.

EAST students aren't just learners, they are visionary changemakers paving the way to a brighter future. Join us we celebrate Springdale students as they experience what it truly means to be a part of a transformative community.

Springdale Schools will celebrate 2025 graduates at four commencement ceremonies:

Archer Learning Center

Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m. in the Springdale High School Performing Arts Center

Springdale High School

Saturday, May 17 at 9 a.m. at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville

Har-Ber High School

Saturday, May 17 at 1 p.m. at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville

Don Tyson School of Innovation

Saturday, May 17 at 4 p.m. at Barnhill Arena in Fayetteville

Congratulations to the 38 Springdale certified staff members who’re retiring this school year. Thank you for your dedicated service to Springdale families!

Please join us in congratulating:

• Kimberly Bramall, 27 Years, George Junior High School Teacher

• Bill Brasher, 10 Years, Springdale High School Teacher and Coach

• Lisa Casey

  , 29 Years, Elmdale Elementary School Teacher

• David Clouse

  , 18 Years, Har-Ber High School Counselor

• Bobby Cole

  , 16 Years, Professional Development Center Academic Coordinator

• Cherokee Cole

  , 23 Years,

  George Junior High School Teacher

• Heather Cooper

  , 16 Years, Parson Hills Elementary School Principal

• Celeste Creamer

  , 20 Years, Central Junior High School Teacher

• Debra Davis

  , 17, Har-Ber High School Teacher

• Virginia Sue Evans, 18 Years, Special Services Psychology Specialist

• Dara Henderson

  , 37 Years, Helen Tyson Middle School Counselor

• Michele Hutton

  , 38 Years, Elmdale Elementary School Principal

• Jennifer Jones

  , 22 Years, Helen Tyson Middle School Principal

• Debbie Keen, 27 Years, Tyson Elementary School of Innovation Teacher

• Lisa Latin

  , 13 Years, Monitor Elementary School Teacher

• Tansy Lindeman

  , 20 Years, Harp Elementary School Teacher

• Jill Manary

  , 34 Years, Southwest Junior High School Teacher

• Brenda Marks,

  22 Years, Smith Elementary School Teacher

• Dana McCartney, 21 Years,

  Smith Elementary School Teacher

• Joanne McDonald

  , 10 years, Bayyari Elementary School Teacher

• Angela Mount

  , 26 Years,

  Tyson Elementary School Teacher

• Charles Lynn Nokes

  , 17 Years, Har-Ber High School Teacher

• Douglas Owensby

  , 14 Years, Springdale High School Teacher

• Denice Parkhurst

  , 20 Years, Helen Tyson Middle School Teacher

• Joyce Person, 11 Years,

  Springdale High School Teacher

• Wendy Peters, 25 Years, Hellstern Middle School Teacher

• Kristi Powell

  , 26 Years, Young Elementary School Teacher

• Wanda Proctor

  , 20 Years, Hunt Elementary School Teacher

• Joye Ryan-Jones

  , 37 Years, Special Services Assistant Curriculum Supervisor

• Lydia Scates

  , 19 Years, Monitor Elementary School Teacher

• Brenda Swift

  , 12, Helen Tyson Middle School Teacher

• Melanie Thresher

  , 20 Years, Springdale High School Teacher

• Darla Trolinger

  , 19 Years, Hunt Elementary School, Pre-K Teacher

• Julie Tucker

  , 11 Years, Springdale High School Teacher

• Cynthia Whitaker

  , 36 Years, Springdale High School Teacher

• Jamie Wilson, 11 Years, Don Tyson School of Innovation Teacher

• Tammy Winn

  , 19 Years,

  Hellstern Middle School Teacher

• Tina Wright, 32 Years, George Elementary School Teacher

Springdale Public School has named Katherine “Katie” Wilson as the next principal of Parson Hills Elementary School.

She replaces Heather Cooper, who is retiring at the end of the 2025 school year.

“It is a deep honor to serve the students, staff, and families of Parson Hills,” Wilson said. “Springdale is home for our family. All three of our children attended elementary school here, and it’s a joy to continue investing in the district that has shaped our lives.”

Read the full story HERE.

Springdale Schools has named Lindsay Hennarichs as the next assistant principal of Elmdale Elementary School.

"I’m incredibly excited to step into the role as Elmdale Elementary's newest assistant principal—not only because it aligns with my passion for education, but also because it gives me the opportunity to continue the legacy of excellence and care that this school has been built on," Hennarichs said.

"Mrs. Hennarichs is a seasoned Springdale administrator with a wealth of experience in elementary education. She is deeply skilled in pedagogical practices and brings a passion for student success and instructional excellence," said Springdale Schools Superintendent Dr. Jared Cleveland.

Read the full story HERE.

The School Board honored the district and teachers of the year at the May School Board meeting

Join us as we congratulate these amazing 34 educators, to include Lindsay Rankin of Young Elementary School, who was named as the Springdale Public Schools Teacher of the Year!

School Teachers of the Year:

• Kelly Somers, Early Childhood Center

• Jennifer Spears, Bayyari Elementary School

• Tiffany Deerinwater, Elmdale Elementary School

• Emily Laney, George Elementary School

• Janice Vernon

  , Harp Elementary School

• Shannon Daniel, Hunt Elementary School

• Sara Pianalto, Jones Elementary School

• Michael Cooper

  , K-8 Connect

• Kennadi Washburn

  , Knapp Elementary School

• Lisa Latin, Monitor Elementary School

• Tanae Berry, Parson Hills Elementary School

• Camryn Clayton, Rollins Elementary School of Innovation

• Emily Hartness, Shaw Elementary School

• Jaime Cavitt, Smith Elementary School

• Lila Aguilar

  , Sonora Elementary School

• Stephanie Janssen

  , Turnbow Elementary School

• Holly Morris

  , Tyson Elementary School of Innovation

• Ashley Schwieso

  , Walker Elementary School

• Michael Stewart, Westwood Elementary School

• Lindsay Rankin, Young Elementary School

• Todd Holland

  , Tyson Elementary School

• Dana Davis

  , Hellstern Middle School

• Paul Walker

  , Kelly Middle School

• Jodi Morrison

  , Sonora Middle School

• Annah Geller, Central Junior High School

• Emma Davis

  , George Junior High School

• Jamie Stallings

  , Lakeside Junior High School

• Michael Upton

  , Southwest Junior High School

• Avery Williamson, Don Tyson School of Innovation

• Erin DeLeeuw

  , Archer Learning Center

• Sabrina Garcia, Har-Ber High School

• Sarah Mhoon, Springdale High School

The School Board approved changes to the salary schedule for certified and classified employees at the May meeting.

Certified Salary Schedule: $500 will be added to the base of the schedule. This investment of approximately $1.08 million will raise the starting salary for a certified teacher with a bachelor's degree and no experience to $54,100.

Classified Salary Schedules: A 1% increase will be made to the base of all Classified Salary Schedules, effective July 1, 2025. This adjustment of about $400,000 reflects the district's appreciation for the essential contributions of our classified team members.

The School Board celebrated the 180 Springdale Public Schools students who prepared to enter the workforce May 1 at the third-annual Career and Technical Education Signing Day event at Springdale High School.

Students from Archer Learning Center, Don Tyson School of Innovation and Springdale and Har-Ber high school participated in the event.

Read the full story HERE.