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The Fort Smith Public School District Annual Progress Report to the Community is circulated to the community in the October issue of Entertainment Fort Smith.

First Bell Rings

8 a.m.
Chaffin Junior High
Darby Junior High
Ramsey Junior High
Northside High School

8:05 a.m.
All Elementary Schools
Kimmons Junior High
Southside High School

Last Bell Rings

3:05 p.m.
All Elementary Schools

3:10 p.m.
Southside High School

3:15 p.m.
Chaffin Junior High
Darby Junior High
Ramsey Junior High

3:20 p.m.
Northside High School

3:40 p.m.
Kimmons Junior High

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome from the Superintendent

 

 

 
Greetings! I am pleased that you have taken this opportunity to learn more about the Fort Smith Public Schools. We provide this information in order to give you a snapshot of our long-term goals, some of our successes, our challenges and routine details of interest. Here you will find information about the District and its programs, about our individual schools and what they offer as well as interesting information ranging from lunch menus to the high school course catalog. Please use this site as a tool in your daily planning and as a resource to look to the future.

You will notice that this site provides several categories which relate to those questions which we are frequently asked. These include:

• Future Focus – This site details some of our identified goals and how we are addressing them.
• Student Achievement – Our first priority lies in helping all students achieve at higher levels–regardless of their abilities or interests.
• Highly Trained Teachers – Teachers are our best resource to ensure student success.
• Education of Choice – Fort Smith Public Schools provide a wide range of learning opportunities for students of all ages.
• Safe Schools – Ensuring a safe and nurturing school environment is a priority for our staff and community.
• Parent and Community Involvement – The assistance and involvement of our parents and others in the community helps us to address our mission successfully.

Also included are items of current interest about our students and staff as they pursue educational excellence in a diverse, urban setting.

I invite you to follow the various links to learn more about our efforts to provide children with the best opportunities for a comprehensive educational experience. Fort Smith Public Schools truly provide “Learning for a Lifetime!”

Benny L. Gooden, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools

 

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