Arkansas Arts Academy is offering a FREE Summer Meals this summer, June 1- July 31, 2026 at our Elementary campus at 2005 South 12th Street, Rogers, AR. 72758. Monday- Friday, Breakfast from 8:00 am -9:00 am and Lunch 11:30 pm -12:30 pm
Students ages 5-18 qualify. You do not have to be enrolled at AAA. Let us help you provide healthy meals to your children this summer.
For more information contact: Emily Karnes, ekarnes@artsk12.org, 479-877-1790
Students ages 5-18 qualify. You do not have to be enrolled at AAA. Let us help you provide healthy meals to your children this summer.
For more information contact: Emily Karnes, ekarnes@artsk12.org, 479-877-1790
💚 Let's give a big AAA welcome to our new high school and elementary staff member, Juli Sallings! 💚
Juli Sallings is our new high school Spanish teacher and elementary ESL teacher. She holds a bachelor's degree in Spanish from BYU with a minor in TESOL. She grew up in Eureka Springs and has now spent years in the Fayetteville area with her husband (Dr. Patrick Sallings!) and their four children. She worked as a medical interpreter and at a local history museum, taught Spanish privately, and homeschooled her kids. She is active in community service and loves walking, thrifting, reading, arranging spaces, and researching family history. She is excited to bring her experience and joy in learning to Arkansas Arts Academy!
Juli Sallings is our new high school Spanish teacher and elementary ESL teacher. She holds a bachelor's degree in Spanish from BYU with a minor in TESOL. She grew up in Eureka Springs and has now spent years in the Fayetteville area with her husband (Dr. Patrick Sallings!) and their four children. She worked as a medical interpreter and at a local history museum, taught Spanish privately, and homeschooled her kids. She is active in community service and loves walking, thrifting, reading, arranging spaces, and researching family history. She is excited to bring her experience and joy in learning to Arkansas Arts Academy!
💚 Let's give a big AAA welcome to our elementary staff member, Shawna Robinson! 💚
Hi! I'm Shawna Robinson, and I'm excited to be joining the team at Arkansas Arts Academy this year! I recently graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and completed my student teaching here at AAA. I'm so thankful for the opportunity to continue at a school that already feels like home.
My husband is already part of the AAA family as the Director of Maintenance and Facilities. We have two children, Wyatt and Ruby, who keep us busy and bring so much joy to our lives.
In my free time, I love spending time outdoors with my family, whether we're exploring nature, camping, or just enjoying the fresh air. I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone and can't wait to see what this school year has in store!
Hi! I'm Shawna Robinson, and I'm excited to be joining the team at Arkansas Arts Academy this year! I recently graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and completed my student teaching here at AAA. I'm so thankful for the opportunity to continue at a school that already feels like home.
My husband is already part of the AAA family as the Director of Maintenance and Facilities. We have two children, Wyatt and Ruby, who keep us busy and bring so much joy to our lives.
In my free time, I love spending time outdoors with my family, whether we're exploring nature, camping, or just enjoying the fresh air. I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone and can't wait to see what this school year has in store!
💚 Let's give a big AAA welcome to new elementary staff member, Brenda Ogilvie! 💚
Hey everyone! I am so excited to be starting a brand-new adventure as your new K-4 General Music teacher this school year!
I am moving to the area from Southeast Missouri, and this move marks a huge, joyful full-circle moment for me. I have a varied background in education, having taught everything from Kindergarten and 5th grade to middle school language arts, social studies, choir, band, and general music! For the last four years, I’ve been working in healthcare. It was a great experience, but deep down, I kept feeling a strong pull back to education. Working with kids over the years just kept solidifying that the classroom is where I belong. I am so ready for the challenge of learning a new way to teach—I'm getting my music lessons ready and looking forward to partnering with all of you as I master this new style!
We chose Northwest Arkansas because my husband and my youngest son, Trenton, are avid mountain bikers who absolutely love the scenery here. Trenton has navigated epilepsy since childhood with an inspiring smile, and we wanted to put down roots in a community that genuinely respects and protects people on bicycles. I’m even planning to hop on the local greenways to start riding again myself—just as soon as I get a new bike seat! Aside from that, my favorite things to do are travel, walk, swim, watch movies, and catch up on sleep.
My family is my whole world. I have a blessing of a husband (who drives me crazy but is my absolute best half) and three kids: Breanna, Tarik, and Trenton. Our family has grown to include my wonderful son-in-law Justin, Tarik's amazing fiancée Brynn (who he is marrying this September), two out-of-this-world granddaughters (Baylor and Scottie), and Kash, our special chocolate Lab. We are a loud, fun-loving, joke-cracking bunch who always have each other's backs. I am so grateful to join this community and can't wait to make some wonderful music and memories with you all soon!
Hey everyone! I am so excited to be starting a brand-new adventure as your new K-4 General Music teacher this school year!
I am moving to the area from Southeast Missouri, and this move marks a huge, joyful full-circle moment for me. I have a varied background in education, having taught everything from Kindergarten and 5th grade to middle school language arts, social studies, choir, band, and general music! For the last four years, I’ve been working in healthcare. It was a great experience, but deep down, I kept feeling a strong pull back to education. Working with kids over the years just kept solidifying that the classroom is where I belong. I am so ready for the challenge of learning a new way to teach—I'm getting my music lessons ready and looking forward to partnering with all of you as I master this new style!
We chose Northwest Arkansas because my husband and my youngest son, Trenton, are avid mountain bikers who absolutely love the scenery here. Trenton has navigated epilepsy since childhood with an inspiring smile, and we wanted to put down roots in a community that genuinely respects and protects people on bicycles. I’m even planning to hop on the local greenways to start riding again myself—just as soon as I get a new bike seat! Aside from that, my favorite things to do are travel, walk, swim, watch movies, and catch up on sleep.
My family is my whole world. I have a blessing of a husband (who drives me crazy but is my absolute best half) and three kids: Breanna, Tarik, and Trenton. Our family has grown to include my wonderful son-in-law Justin, Tarik's amazing fiancée Brynn (who he is marrying this September), two out-of-this-world granddaughters (Baylor and Scottie), and Kash, our special chocolate Lab. We are a loud, fun-loving, joke-cracking bunch who always have each other's backs. I am so grateful to join this community and can't wait to make some wonderful music and memories with you all soon!
Take a look at all of our back-to-school events in August! For times and dates, see the flyers for info on Open House 1st-6th grade, Kinder Camp & Orientation, Kinder Picnic/Open House, and our Pre-K Ice Cream Social! Our Pre-K- 6th grade school supply list is available at the Rogers Office Depot store. Office Depot is a big supporter of Arkansas Arts Academy, so support them by getting your school supplies at their store!
Help us Congratulate these amazing AAA staff members who are recognized as 2025-2026 Teachers of Merit.
Way to go Mr. Free, Ms. G., Ms. Cole and Ms. Fleming!
We are so proud of you.
Way to go Mr. Free, Ms. G., Ms. Cole and Ms. Fleming!
We are so proud of you.
💚 Let's give a big AAA welcome to our new elementary staff member, Chloe Plume! 💚
Hi, everyone! My name is Chloe Plume, and I am so excited to be joining the AAA team this year! I recently graduated from the University of Arkansas with my Master of Arts in Teaching and a concentration in GT. I am thrilled to begin my teaching journey at AAA Elementary. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, I moved to NW Arkansas for college and quickly fell in love with the beautiful scenery, welcoming community, and everything Arkansas has to offer. When I'm not in the classroom, you can usually find me sewing, scrapbooking, watching movies, or spending time with my two dogs. My greatest hope is to create a classroom where every child feels safe, valued, supported, and excited to learn. I cannot wait to build relationships with my students and families, make wonderful memories together, and grow alongside my students throughout the year!
Hi, everyone! My name is Chloe Plume, and I am so excited to be joining the AAA team this year! I recently graduated from the University of Arkansas with my Master of Arts in Teaching and a concentration in GT. I am thrilled to begin my teaching journey at AAA Elementary. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, I moved to NW Arkansas for college and quickly fell in love with the beautiful scenery, welcoming community, and everything Arkansas has to offer. When I'm not in the classroom, you can usually find me sewing, scrapbooking, watching movies, or spending time with my two dogs. My greatest hope is to create a classroom where every child feels safe, valued, supported, and excited to learn. I cannot wait to build relationships with my students and families, make wonderful memories together, and grow alongside my students throughout the year!
Updated School Calendar
Have a wonderful summer AAA staff, students and families. We look forward to welcoming you back in August. Be safe, Be creative and Have FUN! Thanks for a fantastic year!
Celebrate the Arts 2026 — New Date Announced
Arkansas Arts Academy is announcing that our Celebrate the Arts Gala has been rescheduled from June 6, 2026 to November 7, 2026.
This additional time will allow us to continue building an even more impactful evening through expanded sponsorship opportunities, increased ticket sales, and the addition of more incredible silent auction items. Our goal is to create a truly one-of-a-kind event that celebrates the creativity, talent, and future of Arkansas Arts Academy. Highlighting the extraordinary talent of the staff that lead and inspire students.
To everyone who has already purchased tickets—thank you for your support! Your tickets will be fully honored for the November 7 event.
We are incredibly excited to continue planning this unforgettable adults-only evening showcasing the amazing talent within our visual and performing arts staff, students, and community partners.
A special thank you to our current sponsors:
⭐ FHB Ventures
⭐ Wired Technology Partners
⭐ Ozark Brewery
⭐ CitiScapes Magazine
⭐ SGC
There is still time to get involved! Please consider:
Purchasing a ticket
Becoming an event sponsor
Donating an item or experience to the silent auction
All proceeds from Celebrate the Arts will support the renovation of the Arkansas Arts Academy Performing Arts Complex—a space utilized by PreK–12 students for performances, showcases, creativity, and artistic growth every single day.
Together, we are building a future where creativity has a stage.
#CelebrateTheArts #ArkansasArtsAcademy #ArtsEducation #SchoolChoice #ArtsIntegration #NorthwestArkansas #SupportTheArts #PerformingArts #AAAArts #CreativeFuture
Arkansas Arts Academy is announcing that our Celebrate the Arts Gala has been rescheduled from June 6, 2026 to November 7, 2026.
This additional time will allow us to continue building an even more impactful evening through expanded sponsorship opportunities, increased ticket sales, and the addition of more incredible silent auction items. Our goal is to create a truly one-of-a-kind event that celebrates the creativity, talent, and future of Arkansas Arts Academy. Highlighting the extraordinary talent of the staff that lead and inspire students.
To everyone who has already purchased tickets—thank you for your support! Your tickets will be fully honored for the November 7 event.
We are incredibly excited to continue planning this unforgettable adults-only evening showcasing the amazing talent within our visual and performing arts staff, students, and community partners.
A special thank you to our current sponsors:
⭐ FHB Ventures
⭐ Wired Technology Partners
⭐ Ozark Brewery
⭐ CitiScapes Magazine
⭐ SGC
There is still time to get involved! Please consider:
Purchasing a ticket
Becoming an event sponsor
Donating an item or experience to the silent auction
All proceeds from Celebrate the Arts will support the renovation of the Arkansas Arts Academy Performing Arts Complex—a space utilized by PreK–12 students for performances, showcases, creativity, and artistic growth every single day.
Together, we are building a future where creativity has a stage.
#CelebrateTheArts #ArkansasArtsAcademy #ArtsEducation #SchoolChoice #ArtsIntegration #NorthwestArkansas #SupportTheArts #PerformingArts #AAAArts #CreativeFuture
Yearbooks are being handed out today at the elementary! We have a few left! Bring $30 cash or check to school and we will get one for you!
EARLY Closure ALL AAA K-12 Families: AAA will be closing EARLY today (5/19) due to a transformer failure at the High School, which has resulted in a loss of power.
Elementary dismissal will begin at 12:00 PM
High School dismissal will begin at 12:30 PM
Bus routes will begin running at 12:00 PM for K-6 and 12:30 PM for 7-12 (see schedule below)
High School student drivers will be released at 12:30 PM
Please avoid picking up students before 12:00 to help early dismissal run smoothly.
Any students not picked up from their bus stop will return to their school as usual.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Elementary dismissal will begin at 12:00 PM
High School dismissal will begin at 12:30 PM
Bus routes will begin running at 12:00 PM for K-6 and 12:30 PM for 7-12 (see schedule below)
High School student drivers will be released at 12:30 PM
Please avoid picking up students before 12:00 to help early dismissal run smoothly.
Any students not picked up from their bus stop will return to their school as usual.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Calling all newly enrolled PreK-12 families for the 2026-2027 school year... Please come and join us on Monday June 1, 2026 at the AAA High School for a district wide Meet & Greet. We would love to welcome you personally into the AAA family and connect you with our summer activities and back to school schedules. Grab some food and school swag.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Pam Lewis, District Registrar at plewis@artsk12.org.
Hope you see you there!
Join us tomorrow evening, Thursday, May 14th, for Art on the Bricks at the A3 Gallery, 228 South 1st Street. This month, we will feature an AAA English Installation. Mrs. Giaudrone’s English classes will exhibit an Arts Integration project based on the dystopian novel Tyger by S.F. Said. 7th-grade honors ELA will also exhibit a personalized ZINE project. The work features a series of thought-provoking questions centered around the journey moving into 8th Grade.
In addition, Mr. Harris’s 11th-grade English classes will display their Arts Integration projects. The students recently read the novel The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway and have created miniature “skiffs” inspired by the story. The vessels were tested to see if they were “sea-worthy” with a trip to Lake Atalanta. Come to the gallery to find out how many vessels survived the lake experience and hear some fishing tales about their aquatic voyage.
In addition, Mr. Harris’s 11th-grade English classes will display their Arts Integration projects. The students recently read the novel The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway and have created miniature “skiffs” inspired by the story. The vessels were tested to see if they were “sea-worthy” with a trip to Lake Atalanta. Come to the gallery to find out how many vessels survived the lake experience and hear some fishing tales about their aquatic voyage.
Thursday, May 14th, is Art on the Bricks and Taste of Rogers in Downtown Rogers. Make plans to visit the A3 Gallery, 228 South 1st Street, to experience the AAA English Installation. Mrs. Giaudrone’s English classes will exhibit an Arts Integration project based on the dystopian novel Tyger by S.F. Said. 7th-grade honors ELA will also exhibit a personalized ZINE project. The work features a series of thought-provoking questions centered around the journey moving into 8th Grade.
In addition, Mr. Harris’s 11th-grade English classes will display their Arts Integration projects as well. The students recently read the novel The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway and have created miniature “skiffs” inspired by the story. The vessels will be tested next week to see if they are actually “sea-worthy” with a trip to Lake Atalanta. Come to the gallery to find out how many vessels survived the lake experience and hear some fishing tales about their aquatic voyage.
Also, be sure to bring some cash to purchase a scone from the AAA culinary program! To help celebrate the Taste of Rogers event, the culinary team will set up at the A3 Gallery and sell scones to help raise funds for the culinary program.
We look forward to seeing you at the A3 Gallery on May 14th! Event time is 4:30-7:00 pm.
For more information about A Taste of Rogers, visit https://www.rogerslowell.com/events/2026/05/14/signature-events/taste-of-rogers/
In addition, Mr. Harris’s 11th-grade English classes will display their Arts Integration projects as well. The students recently read the novel The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway and have created miniature “skiffs” inspired by the story. The vessels will be tested next week to see if they are actually “sea-worthy” with a trip to Lake Atalanta. Come to the gallery to find out how many vessels survived the lake experience and hear some fishing tales about their aquatic voyage.
Also, be sure to bring some cash to purchase a scone from the AAA culinary program! To help celebrate the Taste of Rogers event, the culinary team will set up at the A3 Gallery and sell scones to help raise funds for the culinary program.
We look forward to seeing you at the A3 Gallery on May 14th! Event time is 4:30-7:00 pm.
For more information about A Taste of Rogers, visit https://www.rogerslowell.com/events/2026/05/14/signature-events/taste-of-rogers/
Tickets are NOW on sale for Celebrate the Arts 2026—and this is more than just an event… it’s the largest fundraiser in Arkansas Arts Academy history.
Join us for an adult-only evening that will ignite creativity, connection, and purpose as we officially launch our Capital Campaign to renovate the Performing Arts Complex (PAC)—a space that will impact generations of AAA students. We are truly Celebrating the Arts!
What to expect:
Live performances by our incredibly talented AAA staff
A gallery-style showcase of staff artwork
A dynamic silent auction featuring original artwork and exclusive private lesson experiences
An elevated evening of food, community, and celebration
This is your chance to experience AAA in a whole new way—to see the artistry, passion, and excellence of our educators take center stage.
Seats are limited. Energy will be high. Impact will be lasting.
Sponsorships opportunities are available!
Get your tickets TODAY and be part of something transformational.
#CelebrateTheArts #AAAExcellence #ArtsEducationMatters #CapitalCampaign #SupportTheArts
Monday May 4 we will take homeroom class pictures for all grades and kindergarten cap and gown pictures during the school day. Information on ordering pictures will be sent home soon.
AAA Night @ the Museum is tomorrow evening, Thursday, April 16th, 6-8 pm at Crystal Bridges Museum of Art in Bentonville. We look forward to your attendance. AAA K-12 students will offer performances in the Great Hall and grounds of the museum. Everyone is welcome, and the event is FREE! Performances include: • Elementary and High School Dance • Elementary Music, High School Choir, Jazz Band • Elementary Theatre • Elementary Art & a collaboration station with our partners Hugs From Friends to create cards for kids affected by the war in Ukraine.
AAA Night @ the Museum is this Thursday, April 16th, 6-8 pm at Crystal Bridges Museum of Art in Bentonville. Please plan to attend this evening at the Museum as AAA K-12 students activate the galleries and grounds with performances tied to the Museum's collections. Everyone is welcome, and the event is FREE! Performances include: • Elementary and High School Dance • Elementary Music, High School Choir, Jazz Band • Elementary Theatre & MORE!
