Gentry Public Schools

May’s School Board meeting was on 5/20/25. See the recap here or click the link to view, https://bit.ly/43mw7j1. Visit our district website at gentrypioneers.com for all things PIONEER!

Graduating Gentry Seniors Receive More Than $1 Million in Scholarships, Abundance of Community Support. Check out more here.: https://www.gentrypioneers.com/article/2219749

Weather Update: Early Dismissal Notification Due to the approaching severe weather, we will be dismissing students 2 hours early today. All after-school activities are canceled. Bus stops will run 2 hours earlier than the normal scheduled time. Please ensure someone is available to meet your child at their adjusted drop-off time. Additionally, the Boys & Girls Club will be closing by 4:00 PM today. Please plan accordingly if your child attends the program. Student and staff safety remains our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and prompt attention. We will continue to share any further updates through our regular communication channels.

Due to the threat of severe weather this evening, the regularly scheduled School Board meeting originally scheduled for tonight has been moved to Tuesday, May 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the PAC Hospitality Room. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe.

Gentry High School Graduation Today, May 18, 2025 John Brown University Bill George Arena 2:00 p.m.

Exciting things to come! View this week's PIONEER REMINDER here or click the link to view. https://bit.ly/3YuUVDX. For more upcoming events, please visit our website at https://www.gentrypioneers.com/

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Every Step of the Way: The Gentry Public Schools Journey — From kindergarten to graduation, our students are supported, loved, and prepared to shape the future of Gentry and beyond. Watch the latest in our academic showcase series:https://youtu.be/HakVGWrosGQ

Check out the latest Academic Spotlight featuring 2020 GHS grad Falyn Cordeir, now owner of Falyn’s Flowers and Gifts! See how Gentry’s CTE program helped launch her career. Watch here: https://youtu.be/y0y7VPDSVRQ

Exciting things to come! View this week's PIONEER REMINDER here or click the link to view. https://bit.ly/3YuUVDX. For more upcoming events, please visit our website at https://www.gentrypioneers.com/

We are excited to welcome Brittany Belyeu, known to her students as Miss B. At 25 years old, she brings a creative spirit and a heart for education to her role. Brittany and her longtime boyfriend, Caleb, have been together for nearly seven years. Brittany has a strong passion for arts and crafts, especially sewing and math. She officially began her new role as an ALE Paraprofessional on May 5th but has already been a familiar face around Gentry Middle School as a substitute teacher since August 2024. During that time, she primarily worked with the ALE class and built strong connections with both staff and students. In addition to her classroom work, Brittany started a sewing club at the middle school, where she teaches students basic techniques to create projects like handmade pillowcases. Brittany is excited and honored to officially join the Gentry Pioneers faculty and looks forward to continuing to grow alongside the students and staff she’s already come to admire.

We are excited to welcome Shannon Paxton as our new Library Media Specialist. Originally from Mississippi, she moved to Arkansas to pursue her college education. With over 20 years of experience teaching English Language Arts in Northwest Arkansas—most of those years within the Bentonville School District—she brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to her work. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Central Arkansas, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Harding University, and a Master of Education from Arkansas Tech University. She and her husband, Robert, are proud parents to two daughters, Savannah and Scarlett. Their family is rounded out by their two lively Goldendoodles, Sunny and Emmy Lou, who always keep things interesting. Together, they enjoy life on their farm, relaxing days at Beaver Lake, and cheering on the Razorbacks at any opportunity. With a deep passion for literacy, she strives to ignite that same love in her students. Her enthusiasm for the author’s craft, creative expression, and literary exploration brings energy and depth to both the classroom and the library media center. As a seasoned educator and team leader, she also enjoys supporting fellow teachers by sharing innovative and engaging instructional strategies. Beyond her professional life, she is actively involved in the Arkansas Baptist Association of Master Singers, serves and sings in her church, supports families of individuals with special needs, and creates practical resources for educators. She is excited to join the Gentry Middle School team and looks forward to contributing to the continued growth and success of its students.

It's not a job, it's a career! Apply today at https://bit.ly/3DWI4DG.

Tickets for the upcoming baseball and softball Regional Tournaments are available exclusively through GoFan.co. To purchase tickets: Visit https://gofan.co/ In the search bar, type “Gravette” Scroll to find either: 2025 Baseball 4A Region 1 Tournament 2025 Softball 4A Region 1 Tournament Please note, you will not be able to use cash at the gate. Be sure to secure yours in advance to avoid any delays on game day. On Thursday our girls play at 10:00am and our boys play at 3:00pm Thank you for your support of our student-athletes!

Go Pioneers!

View this week's PIONEER REMINDER here or click the link to view. https://bit.ly/3YuUVDX. For more upcoming events, please visit our website at https://www.gentrypioneers.com/

Pioneers, Due to the heavy rain over the past few hours, I wanted to provide an update on today’s athletic conference events: Track: No changes – the meet will begin as scheduled at 10:30 AM. Softball Finals: No changes – Gentry vs. Pea Ridge will be played here at 5:00 PM. Baseball Finals: Location change – the game has been moved to Shiloh Christian, with a start time of 5:00 PM. Shiloh vs Gravette We’ll continue to monitor the weather and share any further updates if needed.

Our new Special Education Teacher, Hannah Patrick, is originally from Fayetteville, Arkansas. She graduated from the University of Arkansas in 2021 and began her teaching career shortly after by accepting a position in Jonesboro. She has experience teaching students in grades K–6 and is thrilled to be joining the amazing team at Intermediate School. Hannah is married to her husband, Andrew Patrick, and together they have two sweet cats. In her free time, she enjoys painting, drawing, singing, and dancing. She also loves spending time in nature, going to the river with friends, and listening to Andrew play guitar. Her passion as an educator is to help all students believe in themselves—no matter what. She is excited for the journey ahead and looks forward to a wonderful year! One of her favorite quotes reflects her positive approach to teaching and life: “Believe you can and you're halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt

Gentry Public Schools is proud to introduce the first video in a new Academic Spotlight series, highlighting the outstanding academic and career-focused opportunities available to students. This inaugural video features Tapanga Rush, a Gentry High School senior working toward certification as a veterinary assistant through the school’s Animal Science Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program. Her dedication and hands-on experience demonstrate the real-world impact of CTE programs in preparing students for success beyond graduation. 🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/DoVXS7a0DB4 This series will continue to showcase the excellence happening every day in Gentry classrooms. Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and programs.