Bodcaw Bank sponsored a field trip for Mrs. Story' and Mrs. Eddy's classes to Trendy You where they got to paint and take home a work of art on canvas! They also were treated to a picnic lunch with happy meals! Thank you, Bodcaw Bank! READ MORE >
East Side Elementary kicks off Magnolia READS on Monday, April 5th, 2021 with a virtual pep rally students can watch in their classrooms. Over the next several weeks, teachers will read the book, BILLY SURE KID ENTREPRENEUR, in class with their students. Three local businesses have challenged these students to create inventions according to their grade level.... READ MORE >
Magnolia Public School District is committed to bringing unique learning opportunities to our students and we are pleased to introduce a new, free reading service providing digital books through Sora, the student reading app. Sora provides 24/7 access to ebooks and audiobooks for all our students. It’s convenient for students to check out titles at... READ MORE >
Magnolia Public School District is committed to bringing unique learning opportunities to our students and we are pleased to introduce a new, free reading service providing digital books through Sora, the student reading app. Sora provides 24/7 access to ebooks and audiobooks for all our students. It’s convenient for students to check out titles at... READ MORE >
Magnolia School District (MSD) is beginning to plan for the 2021-2022 school year and beyond. Part of that planning is determining the effectiveness of the current Virtual Option and whether a Virtual Option needs to be offered in the future. The District would like to provide the community it serves with a valuable voice before planning begins. The link to the... READ MORE >
Book Fair will run February 23-March 2.Parent/Teacher conferences Thursday, February 25 3:15-6:15.Read Across America/Character Dress up Day Tuesday, March 2.Report Cards sent home Thursday, March 18. Spring Break March 22-26! READ MORE >
Magnolia School District (MSD) is beginning to plan for the 2021-2022 school year and beyond. Part of that planning is determining the effectiveness of the current Virtual Option and whether a Virtual Option needs to be offered in the future. The District would like to provide the community it serves with a valuable voice before planning begins. The link to the... READ MORE >
Due to dangerous road conditions throughout the district, MPS will continue remote learning Mon., Feb. 22. We will continue to monitor road conditions and hopefully return to onsite instruction Tuesday. READ MORE >
Magnolia School District (MSD) is beginning to plan for the 2021-2022 school year and beyond. Part of that planning is determining the effectiveness of the current Virtual Option and whether a Virtual Option needs to be offered in the future. The District would like to provide the community it serves with a valuable voice before planning begins. The link to... READ MORE >
Magnolia School District (MSD) is beginning to plan for the 2021-2022 school year and beyond. Part of that planning is determining the effectiveness of the current Virtual Option and whether a Virtual Option needs to be offered in the future. The District would like to provide the community it serves with a valuable voice before planning begins. The link... READ MORE >
East Side February News 2021 • 100th Day of School Celebration Tuesday, February 2. • Progress reports February 4. • Valentine’s Day parties February 11 all at 2:00pm. Parents note: In an effort to ensure safety measures are followed, all party supplies and treats must be sent with your child to school. Deliveries at the front will not be accepted. • No school... READ MORE >
Hi there! My name is Cait Light, and I will be in the classroom as Mrs. McGee's student teacher. I am a senior at SAU and will be graduating in April with my Bachelors of Education in Elementary Education (K-6 STEM). A few things about me: I have a lab named Maggie that I absolutely adore, one of my favorite things to do is read a good book, and my favorite place... READ MORE >
Help us welcome student intern Holly Pennington to Mrs. Neal’s Turtle class! She is finishing her degree in Elementary Education K-6 STEM. She is graduating a year early 👏🏻 and would love to teach kindergarten! READ MORE >
Help us welcome Courtney Hunter to the Candy Land Room! She is finishing her degree in K-6 Elementary Education STEM! She has always loved working with children, especially kindergarteners! We feel certain she will love her Kindergarten sweeties! READ MORE >
Help us welcome student intern April Headley to the Disney Room! She is finishing her degree in Elementary Education with STEM at SAU! She is on a mission to make education fun for all students! READ MORE >
Help us welcome student intern Kimberly Bolyer to Mrs. Walthall’s Monster Room in second grade! She is completing her degree in Elementary Education K-6 STEM at SAU! She has always wanted to be a teacher and make an impact! We are so excited to have you at East Side! READ MORE >
January is School Board Appreciation Month! We are proud to recognize our school board members who work tirelessly for our district! Last night Mrs. Graham and students gifted these individuals, Mr. Ward, and Mrs. Shemas with artwork they can display on their desks! We want them to be able to look at these and remember what they do DOES indeed make a difference!... READ MORE >
January News 2021-January 7 - Report Cards go home-January 18 - MLK, JR Holiday, No School-February 2 - 100th Day of School Celebration***Reminder: Face masks MUST be worn to ride the school bus. READ MORE >
The upgrade of ESCHOOL to version 20.4 has been completed. Please use the following NEW URLs to access the area that you need. Your existing username and password should continue to work with this new upgrade. eSchool - http://eschool20.esp.k12.ar.us TAC - http://tac20.esp.k12.ar.us HAC - http://hac20.esp.k12.ar.us READ MORE >
East Side December News:-Canned Food Drive - November 30 - December 17-Picture Retakes and Virtual Student Pictures - December 1-Polar Express Day - December 17-Christmas Break - December 21 - January 1 READ MORE >
East Side Elementary will be hosting a canned food drive to support the local Magnolia Stewpot. We will be collecting canned food only. No boxes/bags of food. Each grade that collects 1,000 cans will get to have a MOVIE DAY at the end of our collection. The grade with the largest collection of cans will get a treat from the Treat Trolley! East Side Elementary will... READ MORE >
East Side Elementary announces the Students of the Month! Second Grade: LaTrudy Grantt, Jase Nelson, Cameron McCray, Korby Rollins, Brinleigh Porchia, Karsyn Jones, Neely StephensFirst Grade: Eli Biddle, Diego Ruiz, Khloe Neason, Samantha Baes, Porcelain Jeter, Kharstyn Smith, Jayceon Briggs READ MORE >
—Homecoming: November 6—Report Cards: November 12—Thanksgiving Feasts: November 19—Thanksgiving Break: November 23-27 READ MORE >
Drive Through Flu Shot ClinicIn conjunction with Columbia County Health Department, Magnolia School District will host a DRIVE THROUGH FLU SHOT CLINIC on Friday, October 23rd, at Magnolia High School Campus. This is for any VIRTUAL student in the district and their parents/guardians.Also, any student or staff who missed their campus flu shot clinic day are... READ MORE >
Second Grade TeacherFavorite Quote: “Trust the Timing of your life.”Years in Education: 2nd Year TeachingHobbies Include: Traveling and ShoppingFavorite Movie: The NotebookFavorite Book: Anything RomanceIf you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? ItalyWhat are you most excited about for the school year? Meeting my new students and starting a new... READ MORE >
Due to the Governor's mandate that changes the start of school to August 24, an updated Magnolia School District 2020-21 School Calendar is now available. Please click the link below to access the calendar.Updated 2020-21 School Calendar READ MORE >
Magnolia Junior Charity LeagueCram the BusSaturday, August 1st9:00am-1:00pmWalmart Parking Lot(Bus will be parked out front.)Early Drop-off at the Following Locations:Stephen's Country Store & Jennifer's on the SquareSupplies will be deliver to Magnolia Schools READ MORE >
We can't think of a better way to wrap up this special weekend than by introducing the newest member of the East Side team! She has already been apart of our family but we are thrilled to call her our newest second grade teacher! "Hey East Side Elementary!! I’m Alli Phillips and I’m so happy to be joining the East Side family as a second grade teacher! I have two... READ MORE >
MJCL will be providing packs of child-friendly food to children to sustain them during the summer break. Summer Dates: June 12, June 26, July 10, July 24, August 7Time: 11 am-12 noon Locations: West Side Park, East Side Park, South Side Park, Central School-Magnolia, Emerson Purple Hull Pea Park, Waldo-Railroad track parking lot across form Fire Department READ MORE >
Next up in our Star-Studded New Teacher Spotlight is Miss Ali Hardy! We are thrilled this Panther is coming home! She more than impressed during her internship at Kindergarten this past year and we consider ourselves lucky to call her our newest kindergarten teacher! "Hi everyone! I am Ali Hardy and I am super excited to be a new kindergarten teacher! I recently... READ MORE >
Access AMI packets online by following the link below.https://docs.google.com/docume... READ MORE >
MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT UPDATES RELATED TO COVID-19 Lunch DistributionMagnolia Schools will be providing lunches to children of ages 0-18 from Tuesday, March 17 through Friday, March 20. Lunches may be picked up daily at the Central Elementary School cafeteria drive through from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Lunches will also be delivered from 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm to... READ MORE >
The Magnolia School District has been approved for Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) days. AMI days will be used when the school or district is closed due to exceptional or emergency circumstances such as inclement weather, utility outage, or other rare cases. Any additional missed days will be considered make-up days.Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI)... READ MORE >
In light of Gov. Hutchinson’s announcement today regard school closing due to COVID-19, Magnolia Public Schools will be closed beginning Monday, March 15, 2020. As of now, classes will resume Monday, March 30, 2020. Alternative Method of Instruction (AMI) is ready and assignments for each campus is on our website. A direct link to AMI assignments is on the... READ MORE >
Magnolia Schools COVID-19 Information We are remaining in close contact with state agencies for guidance regarding COVID-19 and how we, as a district, should respond to ensure our students are kept healthy and safe. We have been advised that our focus should be on keeping schools open unless there is a confirmed case of COVID-19 in our immediate area. Any... READ MORE >
Due to growing concerns over COVID-19 virus, the remaining games of the AAA Basketball Finals following the conclusion of the 2A championships on March 12th will be postponed. No games will be played on March 13th or 14th. “After speaking with the Arkansas Department of Health, Arkansas Department of Education, and the Governor’s office, we have made the difficult... READ MORE >
The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) and the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) are providing the following guidance in an effort to help schools prepare in light of the spreading epidemic of Novel Coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19). School closure decisions will be made in consultation with the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) and Arkansas... READ MORE >
Student of the Month- February 1st Grade Geeta Mallik, Sloane Waller, Rachael Freeman, Breccan Primrose, Brooklyn Webb, Triston Cooper, Kade Wilkerson, Alaishya Turner, Raylan Bridges, and La’Trudy Grantt 2nd Grade Judd Caldwell, Amelia Oglesby, Zy’Kirrah Russ, Nariyah Harris, Rilee Murphy, Ava Hunter, Hayden Mallory, Ivy Otwell, Deasia Crocket, and Laura... READ MORE >
During the month of February, students showed COMPASSION (word of the month) by collecting change for CCAPS! Classrooms competed against each other and the winning classrooms were treated to an ice cream party! CCAPS representatives were presented with a check for $2.087! Thank you to everyone who helped with this fundraiser! We are proud of how excited our... READ MORE >
The Arkansas Department of Education and the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is providing the following guidance in an effort to help schools prepare in light of the spreading epidemic of Novel Coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19). Though the current risk to Arkansans is low, the fact of international travel from areas affected by the epidemic requires that... READ MORE >
🎙Staff Spotlight🎙 👨🏫 Coach Odell – Head Boys Track Coach and MKC Physical Education Coach – 26th Year in Education 📚 ❤️Family: My wife Jill and I have three sons. David is a freshman at SAU, John is a freshman at the Junior High, and Garrett is a fifth grader at Central. We also have a lab named Buster. 🐶 👊🏻Personal Philosophy: Get it done whatever it... READ MORE >
We are excited to announce we will be teaming up with Southern Arkansas University as the Panther Partner for March! SAU hit the ground running their first day! SAU athletic teams and Dr. and Dr. Berry greeted students this morning at MKC and East Side car and bus lines. After drop off, each student was personally handed a SAU pencil with a message of... READ MORE >
The Magnolia School District has released the 2020-21 School Calendar and Calendar of Events. The calendar can be viewed on the District website under the State Required Information link or by clicking here: https://5il.co/d86i READ MORE >
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2020 3rd Grade Science Fair Winners Announced! Overall Winner: Clay Gardner 1st Runner-Up Overall: Maeli Hutchinson Physical Science: 1st-Olivia Baker 2nd-Tanner Snider 3rd-Jack Morgan Biological Science: 1st-Anna Waller 2nd-Jax Boreing 3rd-Lincoln Nelson Earth Environmental Science: 1st-Clay Gardner 2nd-Tate... READ MORE >
East Side is proud to announce we will be partnering with First United Methodist Church and Central Arkansas Development Council as February Panther Partners! Panther Partner plans for this month include:-Book Clubs -Book Buddies -Etiquette Classes-Game Day-Community Helper Program -Career Orientation-Stewpot Field TripBe on the lookout for an exciting month with... READ MORE >
Beginning Monday, February 10 through February 28, East Side students, teachers, and staff are encouraged to bring spare change that will be donated to CCAPS to buy food and other items needed for the shelter. The class from each grade (1st-3rd) that brings the most change will receive a special prize! READ MORE >
🎙Staff Spotlight🎙🏕Meet Mrs. Emily Parker – 2nd Grade - Camping Room🏕👩❤️👨Family: “My family consists of my husband Adam and my two dogs, Cooper and Olive.”🐶 🐶 ❤️ Personal philosophy: “… Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 “I 100% believe that whatever trial or challenge you face, God is... READ MORE >
1st and 2nd grade have been working hard on a collaborative art piece with Mrs. Graham! Stay tuned for the final product! READ MORE >
Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 3-7, 2020, as National School Counseling Week in Arkansas to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and their impact on students. National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students meet... READ MORE >
Tuesday, February 4th, MJHS Spanish I classes welcomed students from the Kindergarten to come experience and have a great time learning about artist Frida Kahlo. Mrs. Marissa Youngblood earned the right to praise her students and their hard work. “They made all of the decorations to transform this classroom,” she said, “and will facilitate the activities at each of... READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Magnolia PublicSchools’ new app! It’s everything MPS, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteriamenus, news updates, and even emergency notifications.Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/3aO03J4 oriPhone: https://apple.co/2tRYTeO. Push Notifications Turn on Push Notifications and receive... READ MORE >
🎙Staff Spotlight🎙 🏕 Meet Mrs. Lindsey Roberson – Kindergarten – Camping Room ✨ 🎓Proud 2002 Magnolia High School Graduate🎓 👨👩👧👦Family: Mrs. Roberson is married to Brad (MHS Class of 1999). They have a daughter, Aubrey (8 years), who is in 2nd grade at East Side, and a son, Weston (3 years). ❤️ 👊🏻Personal Philosophy: “I always start my day with a spark, and... READ MORE >
A group of 40 East Side Elementary students recently visited Hampton Inn where they were shown behind the scenes of the hotel’s operations, a tour of the hotel, and free reign of the breakfast bar! One lucky student won a free night stay to the hotel with her family! Panther Partners is a volunteer program designed to build effective partnerships between the... READ MORE >
Order of the Eastern Star, Electa #340, from Magnolia, AR recently made a donation of wipes to the Kindergarten Center. Pictured are Jazmine Heard (blue) and Haley Martin (yellow) with Order of the Easter Star and Kindergarten Nurse, Nichole Flemens. READ MORE >
🎙Staff Spotlight🎙👩🏼🎓 Meet Mrs. Emily Dees – Magnolia Graduate (2000) – 15 Years in Education 📚🦠 3rd Grade Math and Science Teacher – Panther Paw Room 🐾❤️Family: “I am now blessed with a big family. My daughter, Sade, and I gained my husband, Jonathan, and Brooke, Jaxson, and Emma last October!”❤️👊🏻Personal philosophy: "If it's not fun, you're not doing it... READ MORE >
Our December Panther Partners spread Christmas cheer this morning by sponsoring a visit from Santa Claus! Santa visited with each student and gave them a special gift! Thank you, Panther Partners! Your generosity is a huge blessing to all of us! December Panther Partners: Greg Rich & Associates Magnolia Group Real Estate Professionals Elite Realty, Inc Title... READ MORE >
A huge THANK YOU to our generous December Panther Partners! They have provided hot cocoa for every student and staff member at East Side Elementary, K-3rd! They have also provided the chocolate bars for each kindergarten student for Polar Express Day and candy canes for all kindergarten and first grade students for when first grade Christmas Carols at the... READ MORE >
East Side ElementaryClass Christmas PartyThursday, December 19, 2019Kindergarten: 2:00 - 2:30First Grade: 12:30 - 1:00Second Grade: 2:00 - 2:30Third Grade: 1:15 - 1:45Please send $3 to your child's teacher to help pay for their class party supplies. READ MORE >