Heber Springs Middle School

Dear Parents & Guardians,

Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, all Arkansas schools must follow a new state law, Act 122, also known as the:

“Bell to Bell, No Cell” Law

This law prohibits students from using or carrying personal electronic devices (like cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, etc.) during the entire school day — from the first bell to the last bell.

📚 What This Means for Students:

• Devices must be powered off during the school day
• Devices cannot be on their person
• Students may not use phones to check out for lunch
• Students may use the school phone in case of emergency
• Students with a health care plan requiring a device are exempt

💡 Why This Change?

The goal of this law is to reduce distractions, improve student focus, and help create a better learning environment for all students.

We have also made some changes in lunch procedures:

• Parents may still bring lunch to their student
• The office will no longer accept food deliveries from restaurants, Door
Dash, etc.
• Students may not use phones or other technology to arrange food drop-
offs

We appreciate your support as we work together to make our schools stronger and more focused.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Thanks for partnering with us

3 months ago, Heber Springs Schools

🎉 Congratulations to Our Outstanding Educators! 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate 13 exceptional teachers who have been awarded a total of $45,500 in merit pay bonuses from the Arkansas Department of Education! These well-deserved bonuses recognize their dedication and impact in the classroom—whether through exceptional student growth, high levels of academic achievement, or by serving in critical teacher shortage areas.

Your hard work and commitment to excellence are making a real difference for Arkansas students. Way to go! 👏🍎✨

Left to Right: Lee Childers, Andrea Mote, Lisa Capps, Jacki Zachrich, Amy Crider, Amanda Dick, Easten Vernon, Nan Bykowski, Nicole Baker, Marli Hannah, and Nikki Anderson

Not pictured: Alison Malloy and Kory Mullens

3 months ago, Jeffrey James

The Heber Springs Fire Department is proud to partner with the Cleburne County Health Coalition and the Heber Springs School District to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice on 9/11.

This event will be held on September 13th, 2025 starting at 6:00 PM at Panther Stadium. Join us in climbing the stairs in remembrance or take part in a one mile walk around the track.

The registration fee is $20.00 and will include an event t-shirt and a memorial lanyard with ID badge of a fallen first responder. Preregistration is strongly encouraged. If you register the day of the event, you are not guaranteed a t-shirt. PREREGISTRATION WILL END ON AUGUST 15TH.

All proceeds of this event will go to the Arkansas Fallen Firefighter’s Memorial.
Scan the QR code or click the link to register.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdp8fHmNzAAsK.../viewform

3 months ago, Heber Springs Schools

Need Bus Service for the 2025–2026 School Year?
If your child will be riding the bus this year, please visit our website and complete the Bus Transportation Form under the Transportation tab.

Be sure to fill out a separate form for each child in your household who will need bus service.

Let’s get ready for a smooth start to the school year!

3 months ago, Heber Springs Schools

Open House Schedule for the 2025-2026 School Year!

Heber Springs High School
Aug 5, 2025 10th-12th GRADES
4:30 - 6:30 PM

Heber Springs Middle School
Aug 5, 2025 6th Grade Open House
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Aug 7, 2025 7th-8th Grade Open House
4:00 - 6:00 PM

Heber Springs Elementary School
Aug 7, 2025 PREK-5th Grades
4:00 - 6:00 PM

3 months ago, Heber Springs Schools

Back to School Announcement – Heber Springs Schools . The first day of school for the 2025-2026 school year at Heber Springs Schools is Wednesday, August 13, 2025! We are so excited to welcome back all of our students and can’t wait to kick off an amazing year of learning, growth, and new adventures. Let’s make it the best year yet! See you on the 13th, Panthers!

3 months ago, Jeffrey James

Heber Springs Schools would like to remind our families about an important opportunity to get ready for the new school year! The Cleburne County Health Department will host a Back to School Vaccine Clinic on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. 📍 Location: Cleburne County Health Department 2319 Hwy 110 W, Suite C Heber Springs, AR 72543 ✅ Call 501-362-7581 to schedule an appointment ✅ Walk-ins are welcome! Make sure your student is up-to-date on their vaccines before school starts! 🚌💉 Let's have a healthy and safe school year! #heberspringsschools #healthystart

4 months ago, Heber Springs Schools

https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/county-operations/summer-ebt/

5 months ago, Heber Springs Schools

Congrats to the winners of the 2025 Greers Ferry Lake Art Show (Middle School Division). Pictured (left to right) are the following students who placed in their respective categories. Sophie Verser, Beau Zimmerman, John Rice, Lauren Houvner, Allison Moorehead, Evie Baeder, Annabelle Griffin, and Aaliyah Patchin. The following winners are not pictured; Avery Gill, Leela Grice, Grace Engholm, Vivian Baucom, Addyson McCall. Overall 6th grade winner - Allison Moorehead. Allison also won a $50 dollar prize for her Koi Fish sculpture. Collage winners Lauren Houvner - 1st Evie Baeder - 2nd Annabelle Griffin - 3rd Drawing winners Leela Grice - 1st Emily Davis - 2nd Addyson McCall - 3rd Painting Winners Leela Grice (1st and 2nd for another painting category) Sophie Verser - 1st Aaliyah Patchin - 2nd Makensly Hood - 3rd Mixed Media Winners Leela Grice - 1st Avery Gill - 2nd Grace Engholm - 3rd Crafts Sophie Verser - 1st Avery Gill - 2nd John Rice - 3rd Miscellaneous Winners Beau Zimmerman - 1st Olivia Vina Aguilar - 2nd Vivian Baucom & Addyson McCall - 3rd Congratulations students!! There will be a reception for these winners at Eagle Bank today (3/21/25). Reception will be held in the upper lobby from 3:30 - 5pm. Hope to see you there!