We are excited to welcome Brieann Easter as our new Behavioral Support Specialist. Brieann is a proud Gentry alumna who has lived in Gentry her entire life. She is married to her high school sweetheart of 11 years, who is also a Gentry graduate. Together, they have two children and two dogs. In her free time, Brieann enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and crafting.
She returns to Gentry with a diverse professional background. Brieann began her career in the medical field before transitioning into education. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and began work toward a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. That path led her to ABA Therapy, which ultimately inspired her passion for Special Education. She went on to earn her Master of Arts in Teaching – Special Education.
Brieann loves helping students overcome the challenges they face and has learned so much from them throughout her journey. She is honored and excited to be a Pioneer once again. As an alumna, she is proud to return to the district that helped shape who she is and looks forward to helping shape the future of her hometown.

We are excited to welcome Morgan Prochnow as our new Speech Pathologist. Morgan graduated with both her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Originally from Seward, Nebraska, she spent four years working in Omaha before relocating to Arkansas with her husband in 2023. She has experience working with students of all ages, from preschool through high school. Morgan and her husband now live in Tontitown with their energetic dog, Ash.
Passionate about helping students find their voice and succeed in the classroom, Morgan is eager to begin collaborating with a dedicated team of educators. She looks forward to becoming involved in her new community. In her free time, Morgan enjoys traveling, hiking, and exploring new restaurants with her husband. She is excited to be joining the team!

Summer help is here! Free meals, food pantries, laundry access, reading programs & more are available for Gentry students. Check your email, our website, or social media for full details. Let’s make it a safe, healthy, and fun summer!
Open House has been scheduled! View the flyer here or click the link to view. https://bit.ly/4kmAPEW. For all things PIONEER, please visit our website at https://www.gentrypioneers.com/

More than 125 eighth-grade students were promoted to Gentry High School during a special ceremony on Friday, celebrating both their achievements and the promise they hold for the future.

Dear Gentry Families,
As we wrap up another school year, we want to sincerely thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we have made great progress toward fulfilling our mission of ensuring all students connect, learn, and succeed and advancing our vision to provide a world-class education with a small-town feel.
This year, we’ve seen important investments across academics, fine arts, athletics, and facilities—strengthening the programs and spaces that support your children every day. These improvements help create a positive, supportive environment where all students can thrive.
We invite you to stay connected and informed over the summer. Remember to check our website and social media for any announcements you might have missed, and if you can’t find what you’re looking for, use the admin tab on the website to find emails to contact the administrator for your question.
As summer begins, we hope your family has the chance to relax, recharge, and enjoy quality time together. Taking care of yourselves and each other is important as we look forward to another great year ahead.
The first day of school is August 12. Click the link below to see the 2025-2026 School Calendar or find it on our website under the "Parents" tab. Thank you for being part of our community and for all you do to support our schools. We look forward to seeing your students back in August!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1coJNgWiZyY9VAGW4St5AD9yanMCdSOIp/view
Warmly,
Gentry Public Schools

With summer just around the corner, Gentry Public Schools is committed to keeping children nourished and healthy even while school is out. This summer, free meals will be provided to all district residents aged 18 and younger, with no sign-up, application, or documentation required—just show up and enjoy.
Meals will be served at the Gentry Intermediate School Cafeteria during the following dates:
* June 9–27 (weekdays only)
* July 7–25 (weekdays only)
For more information, contact Robin Capps at 479-736-2263 .

Gentry Middle School honored the outstanding achievements of its students during a special year-end awards assembly held this week, marking the final days of the 2024–25 school year. The celebration highlighted academic excellence, personal growth, creativity, and leadership among students across all grade levels. See all the winners here.: https://www.gentrypioneers.com/article/2237231

View this week's PIONEER REMINDER here or click the link to view. bit.ly/4mwowaw. For more upcoming events, please visit our website at https://www.gentrypioneers.com/

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/

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




