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
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.
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
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!
Arkansas Arts Academy is proud to announce that Dr. Ellen Watts will move into the role of District Director of Student Services. Dr. Watts has worked both as the District Special Education Director and Assistant Principal at the High School. This transition will provide additional support for our PreK-12th grade students and staff. Congratulations Dr. Watts!
Announcing... the 2026 Arkansas Arts Academy Celebrate the Arts Gala being held on June 6, 2026. This special event brings together business leaders, families, alumni, community partners, and champions of education to honor the extraordinary professional arts educators and instructional leaders who make Arkansas Arts Academy exceptional.
This year’s adults-only fundraiser will showcase the artistry and excellence of our professional staff through visual art exhibitions, live performances, storytelling, and a silent auction featuring staff artwork. The evening begins with a Happy Hour Reception from 4:00–6:00 PM at A3 Gallery in downtown Rogers, followed by the Main Event from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Arkansas Arts Academy Performing Arts Complex.
Most importantly, Celebrate the Arts 2026 launches a transformational vision for our future: the renovation and modernization of the Arkansas Arts Academy Performing Arts Center.
Buy your tickets and consider a sponsorship. It is an opportunity to invest in the next generation of artists, innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.
https://www.artsk12.org/page/celebrate-the-arts-gala
This year’s adults-only fundraiser will showcase the artistry and excellence of our professional staff through visual art exhibitions, live performances, storytelling, and a silent auction featuring staff artwork. The evening begins with a Happy Hour Reception from 4:00–6:00 PM at A3 Gallery in downtown Rogers, followed by the Main Event from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Arkansas Arts Academy Performing Arts Complex.
Most importantly, Celebrate the Arts 2026 launches a transformational vision for our future: the renovation and modernization of the Arkansas Arts Academy Performing Arts Center.
Buy your tickets and consider a sponsorship. It is an opportunity to invest in the next generation of artists, innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.
https://www.artsk12.org/page/celebrate-the-arts-gala
Arkansas Arts Academy is proud to announce that Austin Smithers will be the HS Assistant Principal for the 2026-2027 school year. Austin has been at Arkansas Arts Academy HS for three years and has completed his building level administration licensure. He will be an amazing administrator leading student support, culture, climate as well as school safety, family relations and academic interventions! Please join us in Congratulating Mr. Smithers!
If your student took the ACT, PreACT, PreACT 8/9, the SAT, PSAT, or PSAT 8/9, their scores should be in. Students can access their scores in their CollegeBoard or ACT account. I will also be handing out scores during advisory on Thursday, April 9th.
I am hosting a Parent Engagement night on April 23rd at 5:30 pm in the high school commons to answer questions students or parents may have about their scores and encouraged next steps related to testing. Please bring your student's score report with you to the meeting. I hope to see you there!
I am hosting a Parent Engagement night on April 23rd at 5:30 pm in the high school commons to answer questions students or parents may have about their scores and encouraged next steps related to testing. Please bring your student's score report with you to the meeting. I hope to see you there!
Join us this Thursday and Friday evening, April 9th and 10th, from 4:30-7:00 pm at the A3 Gallery for Art on the Bricks in downtown Rogers. This month's exhibition will be the Senior Showcase. All seniors who have followed a visual arts pathway during their academic career at Arkansas Arts Academy will proudly display their works of art for the public. A3 Gallery is located at 228 South 1st Street, Rogers.
Join us for AAA Night @ the Museum! 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, Percussion, Jazz Band • Elementary Theatre & MORE!
