Gentry Public Schools
Ensuring all Students Connect, Learn, and Succeed
We are excited to announce Zachary Zbylut as our new Kindergarten Teacher. Zachary Zbylut is an experienced educator in his seventh year of teaching, specializing in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Second Grade. He holds a deep passion for early childhood education and teaching young children how to read.
Zachary and his wife, a fellow educator, both graduated from the University of the Ozarks in 2016 and are completing their Master’s degrees in Excellence in Teaching from Harding University this June. Together with their five-year-old daughter—who starts first grade this fall—their family shares a love for animals, sharing their home with two dogs, two cats, and an aquarium of fish.
An avid outdoorsman, Zachary enjoys hiking, running, and traveling. He is currently on a mission to visit all 50 states before turning 50, with just 20 states left to check off his list.
Coming from the largest school district in the state, Zachary is thrilled to transition to a more personal, student-centered environment and looks forward to joining the Pioneer family.
Zachary and his wife, a fellow educator, both graduated from the University of the Ozarks in 2016 and are completing their Master’s degrees in Excellence in Teaching from Harding University this June. Together with their five-year-old daughter—who starts first grade this fall—their family shares a love for animals, sharing their home with two dogs, two cats, and an aquarium of fish.
An avid outdoorsman, Zachary enjoys hiking, running, and traveling. He is currently on a mission to visit all 50 states before turning 50, with just 20 states left to check off his list.
Coming from the largest school district in the state, Zachary is thrilled to transition to a more personal, student-centered environment and looks forward to joining the Pioneer family.
🎉 Exciting News, Pioneer Families! 🎉
After more than a year of preparation, we are thrilled to announce that enrollment for the Gentry Public Schools Pre-Kindergarten Program will officially open on June 11, 2026!
📝 Pre-K seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority placement given to students who are four years old.
Age Requirements:
⭐ 4-year-old students must be 4 on or before August 1, 2026
⭐ 3.5-year-old students must be 3.5 on or before February 1, 2026
Between now and June 11, families are encouraged to gather the required enrollment documents, including:
✔ Birth Certificate
✔ Social Security Card
✔ Proof of Residency
✔ Immunization Records
✔ Physical Examination
✔ Parent/Guardian ID
✔ Additional documents as applicable
📌 Completing the enrollment request form does not guarantee placement. After submitting a request, families will be contacted to schedule an enrollment appointment and finalize the process.
Program Information:
• Tuition-based program: $125 per week. At this time, the program is operating as a tuition-based model because additional state funding was not available to support operation as an ABC Pre-K program.
• Follows a 178-day school calendar
• Daily schedule aligned with Gentry Primary School hours
• Regular attendance is expected to maintain enrollment
🔗 A link titled "Gentry Pre-Kindergarten Enrollment Request" will be shared on June 11.
📣 Due to the overwhelming interest and positive feedback we have received from families, we fully anticipate that a waitlist may be established. Families are encouraged to complete the enrollment request process as soon as possible once enrollment opens.
If you have questions, please contact Dr. Devon Conrad at dconrad@gentrypioneers.com.
📞 To ensure you get an accurate and timely response, please do not post questions in the comments. The staff members who typically manage social media posts may not have immediate access to all Pre-K program information. Contacting Dr. Conrad directly will help ensure your questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner.
At Gentry Public Schools, we are committed to being "The District of Choice: A World-Class Education with a Small-Town Feel" by ensuring all students connect, learn, and succeed.
❤️ We look forward to welcoming our newest Pioneer learners! ❤️
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More than a job—it’s a legacy. We’re looking for passionate people to join our Gentry School District family! Apply today at https://bit.ly/3DWI4DG.
We are excited to announce Holyn Wolfe as one of our new teachers. Holyn Wolfe is excited to join Gentry Public Schools as the new intermediate art teacher. A graduate of Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, with a bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Holyn brings six years of experience teaching elementary art to grades 1–6.
According to her, Holyn was drawn to Gentry because of the district's strong reputation, growth, and deep commitment to student success. She is passionate about using art to help students express themselves and try new things, and she loves hosting events that showcase student artwork for families and the community. Outside the classroom, she enjoys cheering on her students at local youth sports and programs, reading, quilting, and spending time outdoors.
Holyn, along with her husband and son, is thrilled to relocate to the area and officially join the Pioneer family.
According to her, Holyn was drawn to Gentry because of the district's strong reputation, growth, and deep commitment to student success. She is passionate about using art to help students express themselves and try new things, and she loves hosting events that showcase student artwork for families and the community. Outside the classroom, she enjoys cheering on her students at local youth sports and programs, reading, quilting, and spending time outdoors.
Holyn, along with her husband and son, is thrilled to relocate to the area and officially join the Pioneer family.
Congratulations to our 2026 District Employees of the Year!
We are proud to recognize Amy Gil as our District Teacher of the Year and Angie Newsom as our District Classified Staff Member of the Year! Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to the students and staff of Gentry Public Schools make a lasting difference each day.
We are incredibly thankful for the passion, care, and professionalism they bring to our district, and we appreciate the positive impact they have on our school community. Miss Gil and Mrs. Newsom will be formally recognized during our Back-to-School Professional Development in August.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding employees on this well-deserved honor!
We are proud to recognize Amy Gil as our District Teacher of the Year and Angie Newsom as our District Classified Staff Member of the Year! Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to the students and staff of Gentry Public Schools make a lasting difference each day.
We are incredibly thankful for the passion, care, and professionalism they bring to our district, and we appreciate the positive impact they have on our school community. Miss Gil and Mrs. Newsom will be formally recognized during our Back-to-School Professional Development in August.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding employees on this well-deserved honor!
Make a Difference Where it Matters Most! 🍎 Gentry School District is hiring! Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of our Pioneers. 📍Apply today at https://bit.ly/3DWI4DG.
We celebrated our Kindergartners today! Check out this video about our ceremony: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17XTTJ1yWi/
One more Gentry Middle School student deserves a special shoutout from today’s 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony; congratulations to Ty Foreman!
During the excitement of the ceremony, Ty’s name was unintentionally missed during the recognition portion of the program, and we want to take a moment to celebrate him here. We are proud of Ty and all he has accomplished at GMS, and we know he has a bright future ahead.
Congratulations, Ty, on your promotion to high school! We are cheering you on and wish you the very best in this next chapter.
During the excitement of the ceremony, Ty’s name was unintentionally missed during the recognition portion of the program, and we want to take a moment to celebrate him here. We are proud of Ty and all he has accomplished at GMS, and we know he has a bright future ahead.
Congratulations, Ty, on your promotion to high school! We are cheering you on and wish you the very best in this next chapter.
It’s time for a long weekend! Don’t miss this week’s PIONEER REMINDER! View it here or click the link to view: https://canva.link/j5ft6f6g9zurjsu. Be sure to visit our website at www.gentrypioneers.com for all things Pioneer!
We are excited to announce Peyton Henderson as a new Teacher and Assistant Football Coach. Peyton graduated from Arkansas Tech University in the spring of 2025 with a degree in Social Studies Education and is currently pursuing his master's degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs. A dedicated student-athlete, he also played for the Wonderboys football team for five years.
While this will be his first full-time professional role, Peyton brings valuable hands-on experience to the position. He completed his teaching internship at Russellville Junior High School and has served as both a Graduate Assistant for the Department of Higher Education and Student Affairs—where he taught freshman orientation classes—and as an Assistant Offensive Line Graduate Assistant for the Arkansas Tech football team.
Originally from Springdale, Arkansas, Peyton grew up in a hardworking family alongside his parents, Shane and Kesha Wilson, and his younger brother, Remington. Outside of his professional life, he is an active community volunteer through his church and outreach programs. In his free time, he enjoys working out, hunting, fishing, playing sports, reading, hiking, and spending quality time with his family.
Peyton is excited to join Gentry Public Schools, a community that deeply values student growth. As a teacher and football coach, he looks forward to building strong relationships, supporting students in the classroom, and helping athletes develop into disciplined, hardworking individuals.
While this will be his first full-time professional role, Peyton brings valuable hands-on experience to the position. He completed his teaching internship at Russellville Junior High School and has served as both a Graduate Assistant for the Department of Higher Education and Student Affairs—where he taught freshman orientation classes—and as an Assistant Offensive Line Graduate Assistant for the Arkansas Tech football team.
Originally from Springdale, Arkansas, Peyton grew up in a hardworking family alongside his parents, Shane and Kesha Wilson, and his younger brother, Remington. Outside of his professional life, he is an active community volunteer through his church and outreach programs. In his free time, he enjoys working out, hunting, fishing, playing sports, reading, hiking, and spending quality time with his family.
Peyton is excited to join Gentry Public Schools, a community that deeply values student growth. As a teacher and football coach, he looks forward to building strong relationships, supporting students in the classroom, and helping athletes develop into disciplined, hardworking individuals.
Gentry Public Schools is happy to announce our Seamless Summer Meal Program information for Summer 2026! Please see the attached flyer for details!
We are excited to announce Catherine Clark as our new HS/Athletics Secretary. Catherine is excited to join the team ! After spending the last few years working in banking, she was drawn to the positive energy and momentum of the Gentry School District and knew she wanted to become part of the Gentry family. Outside of work, Catherine loves spending quality time with her own family.
May's School Board meeting was 5/18/26. See the recap here. For more information on our School Board and meetings, upcoming events, exciting news, and all things PIONEER, please visit our district website at www.gentrypioneers.com.
Exciting things are ahead! Don’t miss this week’s PIONEER REMINDER! View it here or click the link to view: https://canva.link/of1vxt17oldwicr. Be sure to visit our website at www.gentrypioneers.com for all things Pioneer!
🏆 Final Day of the Regional Tournament! 🏆
It all comes down to today as we wrap up an exciting run of tournament play! Come out and enjoy a great day of baseball and softball action as teams battle it out for final placements and championships.
⚾ Baseball
🥉 Third Place Match: Dardanelle vs. Gravette – 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
🏆 Championship: Pea Ridge vs. Shiloh Christian – 2:30 p.m.
🥎 Softball
🥉 Third Place Match: Pottsville vs. Pea Ridge – 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
🏆 Championship: Gravette vs. Gentry – 2:30 p.m.
For tickets, brackets, livestream, results, a restaurant guide, and everything you need throughout the day, visit: www.gentrypioneers.com
We’re looking forward to a great final day of competition; let’s enjoy it together and support all teams with positive sportsmanship throughout the day as we finish the tournament strong! 🎉
View this week's PIONEER REMINDER here or click the link to view. https://canva.link/jmnlir19sr3xfg0.
Enjoy one of the last weekends before summer break! View this week’s PIONEER REMINDER here or click the link to view, https://canva.link/wfp98hjlax0pxfs. For more upcoming events, please visit our website at www.gentrypioneers.com.
