🚍 Flashing Red. Kids Ahead. — Bus Safety Reminder 🛑
As the school year starts, Arkansas motorists are reminded of a critical safety rule:
According to Arkansas law, it is illegal to pass a stopped school bus whenever its red lights are flashing, meaning children are boarding or exiting the bus.
📋 What Every Driver Should Know:
You must stop in both directions on 2‑lane roads and 4‑lane highways with or without a center turn lane, unless there's a median 20 feet or wider.
Outstanding penalties under Arkansas’ Isaac’s Law can include fines up to $1,000 or more, plus potential jail time—highlighting how serious this violation is .
👫 What Students & Pedestrians Should Do:
Be visible and alert near bus stops and crosswalks.
Stay clear of the road until the bus has pulled away.
Avoid distractions—keep phones down and eyes focused when walking.
🔁 Community Safety Is a Shared Responsibility
Every driver and pedestrian contributes to keeping our students safe. Let’s commit to obeying the law, being patient, and slowing down as a bus approaches or departs. Click the link below for traffic flow and drop-off/pick-up information:
🔗 https://www.gentrypioneers.com/page/traffic-flow-student-pick-up-drop-off
Remember: Flashing Red Means Kids Ahead. Together, we can make sure Arkansas children arrive safely at school. 💛🚌✨
7 days ago, Tyler Broyles
📣 REMINDER: Open House Dates for All Grades!
Open House is a great way for families to meet teachers, drop off supplies, and get excited for the school year! All students and families are welcome. If your child is entering a new building (a transition grade), Open House is a great supplement to Orientation and can help make the transition even smoother.
🏫 Open House Schedule (All Grades Welcome):
📍 Middle & High School – Wednesday, August 6 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Primary School – Thursday, August 7 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Intermediate School – Thursday, August 7 | 5:00–7:00 PM
🎒 First Day of School: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Visit our Back to School Hub: https://www.gentrypioneers.com/page/back-to-school. We’re looking forward to seeing you there! 💙✏️
13 days ago, Tyler Broyles
📣 REMINDER: Orientation & Open House Dates!
Here’s a quick look at some important upcoming events as we prepare for the new school year! Families of students in transition grades (moving to a new building) are invited to attend Orientation for a chance to learn more and explore their new school environment. While optional, Orientation is a great opportunity to ease the transition.
Students in any grade are welcome to attend Open House, where families can meet teachers, drop off supplies, and get ready for the year ahead. Transition grade students may benefit from attending both events!
🧭 Orientation for Transition Grades
➡️ 3rd Grade (Intermediate): Aug. 7 | 4:00–5:00 PM
➡️ 6th Grade (Middle): July 31 | 5:00–7:30 PM
➡️ 9th Grade (High): July 31 | 5:00–7:30 PM
🏫 Open House (All Grades Welcome)
📍 Middle & High School: Aug. 6 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Primary School: Aug. 7 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Intermediate School: Aug. 7 | 5:00–7:00 PM
🎒 First Day of School: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Visit our Back to School Hub: https://www.gentrypioneers.com/page/back-to-school. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back! 💙📚✏️
19 days ago, Tyler Broyles
The 2025-26 supply lists are now online! Visit our website to view grade-level lists. If you have concerns about being able to afford school supplies this year, we encourage you to reach out to your child's building principal.
https://www.gentrypioneers.com/page/school-suppliesabout 1 month ago, Tyler Broyles
Dear Gentry Families,
As we look ahead to the 2025-2026 school year, we want to kindly remind you that the Bell-to-Bell No Cell Phone Policy will apply to all Gentry campuses this year—Primary, Intermediate, Middle, and High School. While we started early with this at the middle and high school levels last year, the policy is now required by state law and must be followed by all schools in Arkansas.
This means all Gentry students will now follow the same expectations: personal electronic devices—such as phones, smartwatches, and tablets—must be off and out of sight during the school day unless specifically allowed under the policy (such as in emergencies, for health accommodations, or district-issued devices for learning).
To help you review the details, including what’s allowed and how violations are handled, please visit our website to read the full policy:
https://www.gentrypioneers.com/page/bell-to-bell-no-cell-policyWe appreciate your support as we work to maintain a focused and safe learning environment for all students.
Warm regards,
Dr. Tyler Broyles
Superintendent
Gentry Public Schools
about 2 months ago, Tyler Broyles
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
3 months ago, Tyler Broyles
Happy Friday, GMS Families! Attached is the GMS Newsletter for next week. It contains information about Tuesday's Awards Ceremony and Kickball Game, Wednesday's Merit Trip, and 8th Grade Promotion events for Thursday and Friday. Please let us know if you have any questions! Four days to go! Let's finish Pioneer strong!
3 months ago, Elizabeth Wieneke
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.
3 months ago, Jason Barrett
Gentry High School Graduation
Today, May 18, 2025
John Brown University
Bill George Arena 2:00 p.m.
3 months ago, Tyler Broyles
Hello GMS Families!
The GMS Newsletter for next week contains lots of info about upcoming events like the Fast Lane Incentive Trip and 8th Grade Promotion, so please take a moment to read through it. We are so excited to host our Family Literacy and Bingo Night this coming Thursday, May 15th. It is going to be a great night with lots of fun prizes! We hope to see you all there!
At this time, 7th grade is in the lead with our Coin Drive, which will be ending on Friday, May 16. Please send any spare change to help your child's grade win the Ice Cream Party sponsored by Arvest Bank!
Thank you to everyone, especially the GMS Booster Club, who pitched in to make this an amazing Teacher Appreciation Week! Our teachers are outstanding and definitely deserve all of the recognition that this community has shown this week.
As always, please feel free to reach out to the school if you have any questions or need more information. Have a fabulous weekend! GO PIONEERS!!!
3 months ago, Elizabeth Wieneke
Hello Pioneers! At Gentry Public Schools, we offer a variety of ways to stay connected. Our website, linked below, features a top menu with quick access to district administration, school campus pages, parent resources, departmental links, and more. Under the "Parents" section, you'll find important information such as safety guidelines, handbooks, the district calendar, grade tracking, lunch menus, and much more.
In the center of the website homepage, you'll find easy-to-use buttons for frequently accessed items, which are also available through the site menu. If you scroll further down, you'll come across our district Facebook live feed (perfect for those without a Facebook account), upcoming events, staff highlights, and video features.
Additionally, below we’ve linked our communication tips and a list of social media pages for various student groups. Keep an eye out for weekly and monthly reminders and newsletters from both the district and individual schools. Soon, the inaugural edition of our quarterly district newsletter, Pioneer Pride, will arrive in the mailboxes of all district residents.
District Website -
https://www.gentrypioneers.com/
Communication Tips -
https://www.gentrypioneers.com/page/comprehensive-communication
Social Media Links -
https://bit.ly/3zjUQtm4 months ago, Christie Toland
Hello GMS Families! Here is the GMS Newsletter for next week. It is Teacher Appreciation Week, so please take a moment to reach out to a teacher that has impacted your student this year. We would love for all of our amazing teachers to feel appreciated next week! Thanks to the GMS Booster Club for setting up treats each day for the staff! Also, we are starting a Coin Drive next week. Please see the attached flyer for more details. Have a great weekend! Go Pioneers!
4 months ago, Elizabeth Wieneke
Happy Friday, GMS Parents! Next week is state ATLAS testing. We are so excited to see the amazing academic growth that our students have made this year! All students need to be at school by 8:00 to ensure they are ready for testing to begin. Thank you for encouraging them to show their best skills on the ATLAS! Please check the newsletter for the exciting upcoming events! Have a great weekend! Go Pioneers!
4 months ago, Elizabeth Wieneke
Hello GMS Families! We will be hosting a Family Literacy and Bingo Night at GMS on Thursday, May 15th from 4-6pm. This will be a night of family fun where adults and children of all ages can play games together! Our teachers will also be showcasing the amazing learning happening in our school! We look forward to seeing you there!
4 months ago, Elizabeth Wieneke
Hello Pioneers! Stay connected with Gentry Public Schools through our website, where you'll find easy access to district administration, school pages, and key resources. Our homepage offers quick links to frequently used items, including safety guidelines, the district calendar, grade tracking, lunch menus, employment opportunities, handbooks, and more. You can also explore upcoming events, staff highlights, and find exciting information about our teams and athletics. Check out the communication tips and social media links below for updates from student groups. Keep an eye out for weekly and monthly newsletters.
District Website -
https://www.gentrypioneers.com/
Communication Tips -
https://bit.ly/3MMHOro
Social Media Links -
https://bit.ly/3zjUQtm4 months ago, Christie Toland
📢 Reminder: Arkansas Schools' Cell Phone Policy 📢
To help students reconnect and focus on learning, Act SB142 bans cell phones during the school day in public schools.
🔹 "Bell to Bell, No Cell" – Phones must remain off during class time.
🔹 More focus, less distraction – This policy helps improve engagement and social interaction.
Thank you for supporting a positive learning environment! 📚
Gentry Public Schools – Ensuring All Students Connect, Learn, and Succeed
5 months ago, Tyler Broyles
This is a reminder that the school calendar has been updated to include April 18 and May 23 as makeup weather days. The six makeup days will now be April 18, May 23, and May 27-30, 2025, with the last day of school on May 30.
5 months ago, Tyler Broyles
Dear Gentry Families,
At the board meeting earlier this evening, the board voted to accept a proposal to amend the current 2024-2025 school calendar, making April 18 and May 23 regular school days to serve as two of our makeup days. The six (6) total makeup days for the 2024-2025 school year are now set for April 18, May 23, and May 27-May 30, 2025, which will help us avoid extending the school year into June.
Additionally, the board approved an amendment to the 2025-2026 school calendar, embedding five inclement weather makeup days during the school year. These days will be January 19, February 20, April 17, May 26, and May 27, 2026. Any additional makeup days, if needed, will begin on May 28, 2026. Updated calendars will be added to our website soon.
These changes were made to prioritize student instruction and based on feedback from staff. If you have any conflicts with this year’s amendments due to previously arranged plans, don’t worry—just let the building administration know, and we will offer some flexibility to accommodate the changes.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
5 months ago, Tyler Broyles
5 months ago, Tyler Broyles
Hello Gentry families,
As indicated in the original 2024-2025 calendar and confirmed by the survey results, makeup days will be held May 27-30 and June 2-3, 2025, with the 6th missed day being made up on June 3. Please note, attendance will count on these days, and instruction will be happening. It is important for students to attend and actively participate, as these are instructional days. Thank you for your understanding and support.
5 months ago, Tyler Broyles
