This week, students from the 6th grade elementary art classes had the opportunity to participate in a workshop at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Linda Lopez is the current artist-in-residence at the Museum and is providing 4 workshops this fall for schools in Northwest Arkansas. AAA was fortunate to have participated in two; students from Joy Price’s and Aaron Jones’ elementary art classes.
The 6th grade students visited the newly opened studios at the museum, where Ms. Lopez introduced them to her work as well as the collaborative project they would create in clay. Students were asked to come up with a Big Picture theme, something that everyone could relate to, and create a small piece to assemble for a larger composition. The students elected on FOOD! Ms. Lopez then modeled the clay techniques to create their individual sculptures. Once the mini-foodie clay forms were sculpted, students attached them to a base form created by Ms. Lopez. The finished work will be fired, glazed, and then on display at the Museum at the school’s AAA Night @ the Museum event on Thursday, November 19th from 5:40- 8:00 pm.
Thank you to Crystal Bridges Museum and Linda Lopez for the wonderful opportunity to create a collaborative work of art!
The 6th grade students visited the newly opened studios at the museum, where Ms. Lopez introduced them to her work as well as the collaborative project they would create in clay. Students were asked to come up with a Big Picture theme, something that everyone could relate to, and create a small piece to assemble for a larger composition. The students elected on FOOD! Ms. Lopez then modeled the clay techniques to create their individual sculptures. Once the mini-foodie clay forms were sculpted, students attached them to a base form created by Ms. Lopez. The finished work will be fired, glazed, and then on display at the Museum at the school’s AAA Night @ the Museum event on Thursday, November 19th from 5:40- 8:00 pm.
Thank you to Crystal Bridges Museum and Linda Lopez for the wonderful opportunity to create a collaborative work of art!
Enjoy Fall Break
School resumes October 26, 2026
Make plans to attend AAA Night @ the Museum on Thursday, November 19th, 6- 8 p.m. at Crystal Bridges Museum of Art in Bentonville. AAA students from the elementary, middle, and high school will have stations throughout the galleries and engage visitors in conversation about the connections they have made between their academic disciplines and works of art in the collection. Everyone is welcome, and the event is FREE!
Sorry families! Our Slim Chickens fundraiser night has been canceled. We will try again another night.
You are invited to the 5th-8th Grade & Digital Arts Exhibition Opening on Thursday, October 8th from 5:00-7:30 pm at the A3 Gallery. 🎨 Join us to experience student artwork from Mr. Jones 5th and 6th grades, Ms. Cheri Bohn's 7th and 8th grades, and Mr. Taylor Lenon's Digital Art Classes.🖼
💥The A3 Gallery is located at 228 South 1st Street in downtown Rogers.
💥The A3 Gallery is located at 228 South 1st Street in downtown Rogers.
We are proud to celebrate Arkansas Arts Academy earning a B District Letter Grade for 2025–2026!
This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, educators, families, and entire AAA community. But for us, a B isn’t a finish line—it’s evidence that the work is moving us forward.
We will continue to push for excellence—strengthening rigorous academics, deepening arts integration, responding to student data, and challenging every learner to grow. We celebrate the progress while staying focused on what comes next.
At AAA, we don’t ask students to settle for what is easy. We prepare them to think creatively, work persistently, take on challenges, and reach higher.
We are a free, public charter school with a mission of creative innovation—and we are proud of where we are headed.
Celebrate the progress. Keep pushing. Keep growing.
CREATE. BELONG. ACHIEVE.
#ArkansasArtsAcademy #ArtsAndAcademics #StudentGrowth #ArtsIntegration #CreativeInnovation #PublicCharterSchool
This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, educators, families, and entire AAA community. But for us, a B isn’t a finish line—it’s evidence that the work is moving us forward.
We will continue to push for excellence—strengthening rigorous academics, deepening arts integration, responding to student data, and challenging every learner to grow. We celebrate the progress while staying focused on what comes next.
At AAA, we don’t ask students to settle for what is easy. We prepare them to think creatively, work persistently, take on challenges, and reach higher.
We are a free, public charter school with a mission of creative innovation—and we are proud of where we are headed.
Celebrate the progress. Keep pushing. Keep growing.
CREATE. BELONG. ACHIEVE.
#ArkansasArtsAcademy #ArtsAndAcademics #StudentGrowth #ArtsIntegration #CreativeInnovation #PublicCharterSchool
💙💚❤️💛💜💗 Today marked our first House Meeting, and students got their first look at what being part of a House is all about! 💙💚❤️💛💜💗
From brainstorming and voting on House mascots to designing team banners, students jumped right in, showed their creativity, and started building the teamwork and community that make our House system special.
And this is just the beginning! We can’t wait to see the friendships, traditions, and House pride that grow throughout the year
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 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.
🎨 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.
🎟️ Get your tickets TODAY and be part of something transformational.
#CelebrateTheArts #AAAExcellence #ArtsEducationMatters #CapitalCampaign #SupportTheArts
Join us for an 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.
🎨 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.
🎟️ Get your tickets TODAY and be part of something transformational.
#CelebrateTheArts #AAAExcellence #ArtsEducationMatters #CapitalCampaign #SupportTheArts
On Monday, students in grades 8-12 learned about available college and career assessments provided at Arkansas Arts Academy during the 2026-2027 school year. Mr. Smithers and Ms. Dale invite families to come to an information session on these college and career assessments at AAA HS on September 8th at 6 pm. We will review the available assessments and offer a time for you to ask questions as well as to confirm your student's assessment choices.
🍎 FREE BREAKFAST FOR EVERY STUDENT!
Start the school day strong! Every student in our district can receive ONE FREE BREAKFAST each school day. There is no income requirement, and students do not need to qualify for any other meal program to participate.
A healthy breakfast can help students:
⭐ Stay focused and energized
⭐ Be ready to learn
⭐ Get a strong start to their school day
This statewide initiative is part of a broader effort to help address food insecurity and support student success across Arkansas.
We encourage every family to take advantage of this opportunity!
💚 Meet the Heart Behind Our K–2 Classrooms! 💚
There’s something pretty special about teaching our youngest learners. Every day brings new discoveries, new questions, new friendships, and plenty of opportunities to grow, and our K–2 team is ready for all of it!
These educators create classrooms where students feel known, supported, challenged, and celebrated. They turn everyday moments into learning opportunities, encourage curiosity and creativity, and help our students take those important first steps toward becoming confident learners.
We’re incredibly grateful for the energy, imagination, and care this team brings to our school each day.
Kinder: Mrs. Robinson, Ms. Clark (and Mrs. Dunahee from PreK)
1st Grade: Mrs. Cathcart-Sievert, Mrs. James, and Mrs. Cervantes
2nd Grade: Mrs. Watson, Ms. Plume, and Mrs. Lamp
There’s something pretty special about teaching our youngest learners. Every day brings new discoveries, new questions, new friendships, and plenty of opportunities to grow, and our K–2 team is ready for all of it!
These educators create classrooms where students feel known, supported, challenged, and celebrated. They turn everyday moments into learning opportunities, encourage curiosity and creativity, and help our students take those important first steps toward becoming confident learners.
We’re incredibly grateful for the energy, imagination, and care this team brings to our school each day.
Kinder: Mrs. Robinson, Ms. Clark (and Mrs. Dunahee from PreK)
1st Grade: Mrs. Cathcart-Sievert, Mrs. James, and Mrs. Cervantes
2nd Grade: Mrs. Watson, Ms. Plume, and Mrs. Lamp
Arkansas Arts Academy Wellness Committee Meeting Dates
Community Members are welcome to join or provide input.
Reach out to Nurse Katie at kmilligan@artsk12.org
Community Members are welcome to join or provide input.
Reach out to Nurse Katie at kmilligan@artsk12.org
Arkansas Arts Academy Named One of America's Healthiest Schools 2026
National children's health organization Alliance for Healthier Generation today unveiled its 2026 list of America's Healthiest Schools, celebrating 1,376 K-12 schools nationwide for their commitment to advancing whole child health. Arkansas Arts Academy is proud to announce we have been recognized as One of America's Healthiest Schools 2026
Supported by Del Monte Foods, Kaiser Permanente and Kohl's Care, Healthier Generation's annual award program recognizes schools for implementing evidence-based policies and practic4es to support academic success and lifelong well-being. Schools are recognized in nine health-related topic areas. Arkansas Arts Academy was awarded Improving Nutrition & Food Access.
Congratulations to our Child Nutrition Director, Emily Karnes and our amazing team of AAA Kitchen Staff. Your contributions to our students health is amazing!
National children's health organization Alliance for Healthier Generation today unveiled its 2026 list of America's Healthiest Schools, celebrating 1,376 K-12 schools nationwide for their commitment to advancing whole child health. Arkansas Arts Academy is proud to announce we have been recognized as One of America's Healthiest Schools 2026
Supported by Del Monte Foods, Kaiser Permanente and Kohl's Care, Healthier Generation's annual award program recognizes schools for implementing evidence-based policies and practic4es to support academic success and lifelong well-being. Schools are recognized in nine health-related topic areas. Arkansas Arts Academy was awarded Improving Nutrition & Food Access.
Congratulations to our Child Nutrition Director, Emily Karnes and our amazing team of AAA Kitchen Staff. Your contributions to our students health is amazing!
Arkansas Arts Academy PreK Openings Available.
Enroll today!
Reasonable Tuition-Extraordinary Experiences-Creative Growth and Learning!
Nestled inside of AAA Elementary school, students attend school performances, rotate through Visual and Performing Arts Classes. The perfect spot for your youngest creative!
Enroll today!
Reasonable Tuition-Extraordinary Experiences-Creative Growth and Learning!
Nestled inside of AAA Elementary school, students attend school performances, rotate through Visual and Performing Arts Classes. The perfect spot for your youngest creative!
Announcing our Tuesday and Thursday Tours! Take a Tour with AAA!
Come and learn about Arkansas Arts Academy by taking a personal tour. We would love to answer your questions and show you around.
For questions: reach out to Ty at Elementary: tfarris@artsk12.org or Susan at High School at sperinnemcdaniel@artsk12.org
Come and learn about Arkansas Arts Academy by taking a personal tour. We would love to answer your questions and show you around.
For questions: reach out to Ty at Elementary: tfarris@artsk12.org or Susan at High School at sperinnemcdaniel@artsk12.org
Dress Code Reminders for 7th-12th Grades
Join us in welcoming our new 7th grade math teacher Amy Carlyle to the High School Team!
"I’m excited to be joining Arkansas Arts Academy this year as the new 7th-grade math teacher. I’ve been in education for over 15 years, and hold both my bachelor's in education and my master's in educational technology from Northern Arizona University. My husband, Todd, and I have six kids—who are all grown up now. When I'm not in the classroom, I'm usually reading, sewing, fishing, or working in my garden. I am a recent transplant to Arkansas from Arizona and am truly enjoying your beautiful state!"
"I’m excited to be joining Arkansas Arts Academy this year as the new 7th-grade math teacher. I’ve been in education for over 15 years, and hold both my bachelor's in education and my master's in educational technology from Northern Arizona University. My husband, Todd, and I have six kids—who are all grown up now. When I'm not in the classroom, I'm usually reading, sewing, fishing, or working in my garden. I am a recent transplant to Arkansas from Arizona and am truly enjoying your beautiful state!"
Join us in welcoming our new Computer Science teacher Shivani Katta to the High School Team!
"Hi! I'm Shivani Katta, and I'm thrilled to be joining Arkansas Arts Academy as a Computer Science Teacher! I hold a Master's in Computer Science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and before moving to Arkansas I worked as a STEM instructor in India where I focused on teaching computer science, particularly robotics. I'm passionate about making technology approachable and exciting for students, and I can't wait to be part of this community! Outside the classroom, I love watching movies and playing softball, so if anyone has a rec league tip, send it my way!"
"Hi! I'm Shivani Katta, and I'm thrilled to be joining Arkansas Arts Academy as a Computer Science Teacher! I hold a Master's in Computer Science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and before moving to Arkansas I worked as a STEM instructor in India where I focused on teaching computer science, particularly robotics. I'm passionate about making technology approachable and exciting for students, and I can't wait to be part of this community! Outside the classroom, I love watching movies and playing softball, so if anyone has a rec league tip, send it my way!"
Imagine a school where creativity fuels academic excellence. Arkansas Arts Academy is excited to explore bringing our nationally recognized, award-winning PreK–12 educational model to Central Arkansas through the proposed Arkansas Arts Academy – Central Arkansas.
We are in the early planning stages of bringing Arkansas Arts Academy's nationally recognized, arts-integrated educational model to Central Arkansas, and we need your input!
Please click the link below to complete a brief interest survey and let us know you'd like to receive updates and be invited to future community information meetings.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1S7_EEiFZ5GeHq9Xqf03LZHPi-qP2VGdsdk60boF5NZ9DFA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109861578981238879043
Together, we can help create a school where creativity inspires achievement, every child belongs, and learning comes alive through the arts. We hope you'll join us!
