Students in Ms. Liz Scott's advisory class assembled single-load laundry packets for residents of the Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter. The organization's mission is to make sure the families it serves feel safe, seen, home, and human. Students included handwritten messages of support and encouragement along with a laundry pod and fabric softener sheet to... READ MORE >
Our enrollment lottery is just one month away. Make sure to fill out a lottery form. You can do it online by clicking this link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0ryIHNNhld_Q7jE8EM14yunaxUK-fAOmT8QbI-a8EGhcXhg/viewform READ MORE >
On Monday, January 13th at 10:05 am, Dr. Todd Jenkins will be presenting a leadership talk to students at Arkansas Arts Academy's 7-12 Campus. The talk will focus on how each of us is important and has something to contribute to a thriving community.Here is additional information on Dr. Jenkins:Dr. "Bowtie" Todd Jenkins, Founder and CEO of Bowtie Leadership and... READ MORE >
The Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter provides safety, hope, and high-quality care to children who have been abandoned, abused, or neglected. These children are housed for up to 45 days at the shelter facility and are provided with clean clothing, meals, educational opportunities, and the chance to be "normal" kids.The Shelter Shop is a thrift store that sells... READ MORE >
Today students in Mrs. Kedrowski’s physical science classes visited Crystal Bridges Museum to experience the current temporary exhibition Crystals in Art: Ancient to Today. The science classes are learning about the process of crystal formation (crystallization). A crystal is a solid material with atoms and molecules that are arranged in a consistent repeating... READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS to the cast and stagecraft crew of the recent production of She Kills Monsters! The theater students traveled to Russellville, Arkansas to perform a version of the play at the Gold One Act Festival held at the Center for the Arts on the campus of Russellville High School. High School theater troupes from across the state performed at the... READ MORE >
We are excited to announce our fundraising partnership with El Parche Coffee! When you purchase K-Cups or 12oz bags, El Parche sends us $1 for every item shipped to you. If coffee is a major part of your day, order a 5lb bag! We receive $4 for each 5lb bag! If you subscribe for regular coffee deliveries, the donations will really add up. Click on the links... READ MORE >
November 20, 2019 Dear Parents/Guardians: In accordance with Arkansas HB 1786 Act 676, this letter serves to inform you of the number of students who are exempt from or non-compliant with immunizations at Arkansas Arts Academy for the 2019-2020 school year. Immunization and exemption records have been reviewed and are current at... READ MORE >
The AAA HS is now one of the schools served by the Samaritan Center Snack Pack program. If your student or your family could use some additional snacks coming home weekly, please email Mr. Clark (7th-9th) or Mrs. Hurt (10th-12th) to see about getting that set up! Also, if there are any clothing needs for your student the AAA Gives Back Closet and Swap Shop is here... READ MORE >
As ACT continues their work on helping all students succeed, they have developed new policies that could help students, especially those with disabilities, focus their efforts more toward those areas of the ACT they actually need to focus and possibly achieve higher scores! “Beginning in September of 2020, ACT Section Retesting will begin. This helps students... READ MORE >
SCRIPPS SCHOOL SPELLING BEETUESDAY, DECEMBER 3rd, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.(Or Until a Champion is Declared)AR ARTS ELEMENTARY LIBRARYThose students participating in the spelling bee need to arrive by 4:45.Participants are chosen by classroom/grade level spelling bees in grades 2nd - 8th. Parents, teachers and friends are invited to attend. Seating is limited due to... READ MORE >
Click here to view our 2019 Annual Report. READ MORE >
NYC-HERE WE COME!! Calling all 2020 5th-7th grade!!!! Mrs. Benton and Mrs. Rozzana are ready to take you to NYC-Manhattan Oct. 5-8TH 2020.This is an Explorica planned trip! We recently had a group of 22 attend our 4 day trip to Washington DC and it was a great success!This trip is open to students in grades 5th-7th school year 2020. Parents are also invited to join... READ MORE >
On November 8th from 11am-3pm, Crystal Bridges Museum will be hosting a portfolio day. This is a great opportunity for students to get information about art schools from both local and national programs. Students can also present their portfolios and receive feedback from each schools representatives, as well as discover admission requirements and courses offered... READ MORE >
Message from the Health Office: FLU SHOT CLINIC SCHEDULED OCTOBER 2ND + Benton County Health Unit nurses will be at the AAA EMS campus October 2nd at 8:00 am and will go to the high school campus after they finish at EMS (late morning). + Flu shot consent forms will go home with your student as soon as they are provided to the health offices... READ MORE >
Scholastic Book Fair Shopping Made Easy! Our Book Fair has a new digital payment option! No cash on hand the day of the Book Fair? No worries – Scholastic Book Fairs® is now offering Book Fair eWallet as a new payment option. Simply set up an account and have funds immediately available for your child to shop the Book Fair! Safe and secure – it’s easy... READ MORE >
Mary Ley, CEO, Anne Wenzel (Creative Writing Teacher), and Students created 20 postcards – of bike scenes in Northwest Arkansas. The cards feature urban, students, and mountain bike cyclists. Mary created the Art and Anne and her students created poetry for 17 of the images. They are $20.00 a pack, proceeds will be split between the creative writing... READ MORE >
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Scholastic Book Fair Arctic Adventure is blowing in on the following dates: Friday, Sept. 13th, Monday - Wednesday, Sept. 16th, 17th, 18th Use the URL address below to have access to Scholastic E-Wallet, on-line ordering, and other important information. Flyers with E-Wallet info and a sample of books will be coming home in today in Tuesday Folders. All... READ MORE >
Seniors in Mrs. Brittain’s English Literature class visited the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History for a research, writing assignment. Students have been reading narratives and studying the Hero’s Journey template, a term coined by American scholar Joseph Campbell for story structure of tales in which an adventurous character triumphs over adversity. As an assignment... READ MORE >
If you are interested in playing games, solving problems, interacting with others, and having fun, then you would enjoy Adventure Group! AG will begin next month! Forms are available in the office, counselors suite, and in my google classroom! READ MORE >
Students in Ms. Liz Scott's advisory class wrote positive messages on pencils and created tangible pieces of hope and encouragement for students in Mr. Jose Tobias's math class at Horizon High School in El Paso, Texas. Ms. Scott reached out to Mr. Tobias via school e-mail after reading a Time Magazine article about the recent loss of one of his students. Knowing... READ MORE >
Good morning! Here is the important information for this week: Junior High Students will be completing MAP testing on Wednesday, August 21st. This test will give us information about where your student currently is and how we can best help him or her succeed this year. Students that are not present Wednesday will be pulled from electives for make-up... READ MORE >
Message from the Health Office:+ BOTH CAMPUSES: Students must be fever-free and vomit-free for 24 hours before returning to school after an illness. This helps prevent the spread of illness and keeps our students and teachers with compromised immune systems safe and well.+ BOTH CAMPUSES: No student may self-medicate or carry prescription or over-the-counter... READ MORE >
Attention 7th-12th graders! Want to lower your classroom fees? Participate in our discount-card fundraiser!For each discount card you sell, yo'llu receive $5 off your classroom fees! Order forms will be passed out today during the assembly. August 30th: order forms and money due. Please turn them in to the front office.Mid-September: discount cards will be... READ MORE >
Important Information for this week; Student parking spaces are reserved from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Please do not park in a student parking space if you have not paid for a parking permit.All student schedule change requests will be processed by tomorrow morning. The only changes that will be considered this week are those that are emergencies due to missing... READ MORE >
Adventure Group permission forms are available in the office! This is open to any 7th-12th student, and groups will be divided up accordingly. If you spoke with the U of A Adventure Therapy Lab rep at open house, nows the time to get signed up! READ MORE >
The day encourages happiness all day.Recognize every moment of glee, joy, and delight! Don’t let it pass. Most importantly, a flicker of a giggle should be given its due and should it blossom into full-blown happiness, don’t be surprised. It happens! READ MORE >
We are working with the Rogers Police Department to make sure our car-line is as safe and efficient as possible. They'll be patrolling today to help us maintain safety. Please do not park on 6th street between Cherry and Poplar in the afternoon. If you want to park and have your child walk to you, there are plenty of parking areas available east of the school... READ MORE >
Forms will be available by the end of the week! READ MORE >
Box Tops for Education is no longer printing box tops on their products, but you can still support Arkansas Arts Academy with your groceries purchases! The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products, and instantly add Box Tops to your school's earnings online. Visit the Apple App... READ MORE >
Tomorrow is open house and school starts in 4 days!!! Partial supply lists have been posted and can be accessed here: https://www.artsk12.org/o/high-school/browse/71975 Once I have remaining lists, I will update the folder. All teachers will have supply lists at open house.Open house is tomorrow (August 1st) from 6-8 pm. We have lots of community partners who... READ MORE >
We want to congratulate the following students for receiving a five on an AP exam. A five is the highest score possible.Yannik Dwyer -- Calculus AB & StatisticsNoah Hamby -- Calculus AB & Studio Art-Drawing PortfolioOliver Phillips -- PsychologyHeather Pike -- Calculus AB, English Literature, & PsychologyClaire Post -- Music Theory, Psychology, Statistics, & US... READ MORE >
Good afternoon! Student schedules for 2019-2020 can be viewed in eSchool through the Home Access Center (HAC). You can find the link to this by going to the website and clicking on Explore, then Parent Portal and finally Gradebook. If you have forgotten or do not know what your login credentials are, you can contact the school. (479)631-2787 The master schedule... READ MORE >
This week students who were enrolled in Mr. Singleton's Music Writing class this past year had the opportunity to create a music video to their original music. During the spring semester Mr. Singleton assigned a challenging project for students to investigate a work of art from the Museum's collection then compose an original song inspired by the mood and physical... READ MORE >
We are proud to announce the spring 2019 semester honor roll awards: A/B Honor Roll: Kaitlyn Anderson, Derek Bass, Sarah Belden, Will Beveridge, Anais Bowerman, Alex Craig, Sabrina Craig, William Daniel, Eli Driggs, Allie Edwards, Eva Fowler, Navaeh Hayward, Cooper Helsing, Carys Humphreys, Makenzie Kanable, Olivia Larsen, Abigail Lombeida, Ross Martin, Vega... READ MORE >
9th grade pre-AP physical science students presented social impact projects that they designed over the last two months. Students based their projects on a need they saw in our community that they were passionate about. The purpose of the project is to empower students to lead by making a social impact while applying math and science skills learned in the classroom... READ MORE >
Attached are the detailed Arts Festival Schedules. Tickets for pizza, popcorn, and a drink are $5. You can purchase tickets at the main office door with card, check, or cash. All proceeds go to the K6 Arts Departments. Thank you for supporting our arts teachers by attending this ONE EVENT! READ MORE >
This past Saturday was our 3rd annual Arkansas Arts Academy 5K. We had over 100 runners for the 5K and over 20 kids for the 1 mile Fun Run! The 5K had a mix of students, teachers and parents running as well as adults who heard about the 5K that were not from the Arts Academy community. We would like to thank all our volunteers and our sponsors for putting on a... READ MORE >
The high school graduation will be held May 30 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the high school performing arts center. READ MORE >
As part of Art on the Bricks in Downtown Rogers, join students sharing their exhibited work from the year and contribute to it through several activities, e.g. drawing a 3-minute self portrait, commissioning a poem, or writing one yourself! If you like what you see at Art on the Bricks, you can join us on May 22nd at 6:30 pm for the Creative Writing Department's... READ MORE >
Saturday May 4th high school students from Arkansas Arts Academy served as videographers for the premiere screening of the 2019 feature film Hollywood.con in Eureka Springs. American actress and director Mika Boorem and her father Ben Boorem wrote the script and also star in the comedy. The Boorem’s visited Arkansas Arts Academy last month and during their visit... READ MORE >
The HS Student Council wants to invite all students in grades 7-12 to join them in appreciating our amazing teachers and staff. Flower vases and post-it notes will be placed in each staff member’s room or area bright and early Monday morning. Please bring flowers to fill up your staff and teachers’ vases, as well as leave them a quick note of appreciation for... READ MORE >
Good afternoon! I hope you have all been enjoying your break despite the rainy weather we've had in Arkansas this week. It looks like the clouds will start moving out Saturday morning and we'll get some sunshine this weekend! We hope you will have the opportunity to come out to hear our Jazz Ensemble perform their first ever concert tomorrow evening at 6:30 pm... READ MORE >
If you are or have a 9-12 student who is interested in the Spring Break 2020 trip to Ireland, England, and Wales, the sign-up deadline is quickly approaching in the next couple of weeks. Please contact Jamie Dale jdale@artsk12.org for more info. READ MORE >
American actress and director Mika Boorem and her father Ben Boorem visited Arkansas Arts Academy to talk with students about their upcoming film Hollywood.con. The Boorems shared stories about the production of the feature film and the entertainment industry as well as provided a question and answer session for the students. Mika also took time to meet with the... READ MORE >
Make sure you have our app! IOS - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/arkansas-arts-academy/id1365688086Android - https://play.google.com/store/... READ MORE >
8th grade students in Mrs. Jetton's preAP class put their engineering skills and physics concepts to work in designing, constructing, and trouble shooting a mousetrap car. The cars are powered solely by the energy of one standard-sized mousetrap and were constructed from scratch (no kits allowed!), and needed to travel a distance of 5 meters. READ MORE >
¡¡El Dia de los Libros!! “¡DIA!” Celebrating diversity in literacy week. April 22nd - 26th AR Arts Academy Elementary is setting aside a special week to celebrate multicultural literacy. Teachers and staff are choosing legends/fairytales from around the world, creating door displays for students to “travel around the world,” and inviting guest readers in their... READ MORE >
Mother’s Day is Just Around the Corner The 6th graders will be selling potted flowers for Mother’s Day. Donations Needed: Drop donations off in the office – Last day to donate is May 1st Coffee cups - Declutter your coffee cup cabinet or find some at your local thrift store Flats of flowers that can be planted in a coffee cup (deliver May 6th) The cups... READ MORE >
PTG Meeting 4-4-19 6:00-6:30pm. CTA meeting immediately following in the 7-12 cafeteria. At the PTG meeting we will highlight : 1. Nominations for PTG officers for 2019-2020 school year 2. Brief update on open house 3. Next fundraiser... 4.Have a brief introduction to our school board candidates. 6:30-7:00pm CTA MEETING CTA Tickets purchased using the following... READ MORE >
What are your after high school plans? I plan to attend the University of Arkansas and pursue a degree in Biology.Have you been awarded any scholarships? So far I've been awarded the Chancellor's Scholarship from the University of Arkansas for $32,000 over 4 years.What is your favorite AAA memory? Thinking back I have tons of great memories that I don't consciously... READ MORE >
Brooklyn is one of our senior dancers! What are your after high school plans? Attend Florida International University in Miami, Florida to study International Business. Have you been awarded any scholarships? The Ambassador Merit Scholarship, which is a 3/4ths full ride for all 4 years. What is your favorite AAA memory? Either putting a Kiddie pool in Mrs.... READ MORE >
It's time to place your EGGSTRAVAGANZA Orders! Let us hide the eggs for you!! Allproceeds support 4th grade Space Camp trip! All orders will be delivered and setup in your yard the night before Easter, unless you choosepickup. All pickup orders need to be picked up between 3:00-5:30pm Friday April 19th. Thereare only 80 orders available, so order before they are... READ MORE >
Lena Martin is one of our senior dancers! An extremely gifted dancer, she has participated in the audition based Dance Company, Equilibrium, for the past three years.What are your after high school plans? I plan on perusing a professional dance career, but first obtaining a Bachelor of the Fine Arts in Dance at California Institute of the Arts.Have you been... READ MORE >
Would you like to substitute on one of our Campuses? Apply through this link: ESS READ MORE >
Article from the Democrat Gazette this morning (http://digital.olivesoftware.c...) READ MORE >
Senior Armon Afrasiabi, our local percussion expert, is headed to the University of Arkansas in the fall. Thus far, he has been awarded the Chancellor's Community Scholarship valued at $5000 per year. Armon's favorite AAA memory is the first time he got to perform for Celebrate the Arts. Armon's favorite teacher has been Dave Singleton. Congratulations to Armon... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Josh Depner. Mr. Depner is our 7th grade English teacher and will teach 8th grade History and AP US History next year. Where Did You Go to School? I attended the University of Arkansas, where I majored in history. What are your hobbies? Outside of school, I enjoy exercising, playing video games, spending time outside, and... READ MORE >
"Truffula Tree Seeds" and "Red Fish, Blue Fish" by the dozen, how many are there, take a guess!! During Read Across America week we had fun guessing how many "Truffula Tree Seeds" and "Fish" were in each jar! There was a first, second and third place for each. Winners of the "Truffula Tree Seeds" were - 1st - Alex ; 2nd - Logan ; 3rd - Nora (not pictured). ... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Tonya Jetton. Mrs. Jetton is our 8th grade Science teacher. Where Did You Go to School? University of Arkansas-Fort Smith What are your hobbies? concerts Do you have any pets?3 dogs: Bogart (blue heeler), Hurley and Mya (dachsunds), 2 gerbils: Lucy and Ash, 1 snake: CheetoTell us about your family: I am married to my high school... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Tricia Burns. Mrs. Burns is our district librarian. Where Did You Go to School? Louisiana College, Pineville, LA What are your hobbies? Love to read, bake, tend my flower gardens, and walk my corgi, Winston. Do you have any pets? Pembroke Welsh Corgi - Winston Tell us about your family: I have been married for 34 years to my... READ MORE >
8th and 9th Graders!Interested in joining an Adventure Group?Play games, Laugh, Have Fun, and Learn all at the same time!See Mr. Clark for a permission slip that has all the details!Oh, and we will go on a destination hike at the end! READ MORE >
After many hours of work, our first National Honor Society service project is finally completed. As suggested by our vice president, Yannik Dwyer, NHS members constructed three birdhouses complete with pole mounts and predator baffles for Cambridge Park. Many birds choose to exclusively nest in the hollows of trees, but because of deforestation and the... READ MORE >
8th grade Aspire students are doing community service making cat beds and toys for Fabulous Felines NWA. The students have practiced drawing and designing to scale and are now learning to sew. We have a need for black and white thread and polyester fiberfill stuffing. READ MORE >
Come and CelebrateArkansas Arts AcademyHigh SchoolRibbon Cutting Ceremony! Thursday, March 14th, 2019Open House from5:00 PM to 8:00 PMRibbon Cutting Ceremony tobegin at 5:30 PM Welcome to Arkansas Arts Academy!We are glad and thankful you are here!Claire Post (Senior) – Welcoming and IntroductionKim Davis – Walton Family Foundation SeniorEducation Program... READ MORE >
The course catalog for 7-12 campus for the 2019-2020 school year has been approved by the School Board. This includes a slight change in the bell schedules for students. Junior high students will begin school at 8:20 am and end at 3:30 pm. Students in grades 9-12 will begin at 8:40 am and end at 4:00 pm. Every student will have four classes each day that will... READ MORE >
Arkansas Arts Academy has 7 Board Members. They meet each month of the year on the 2ndTuesday of the month. This year there are two Board Members up for reelection – Joe DeRouen and Alicia Knotts. The election will be held on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. If you decide to run, you must include which candidate to compete against. The function of the Arkansas Arts... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Star Iglesias Star is our Spanish teacher. Where Did You Go to School? University of Arkansas and UCA in Conway What are your hobbies? Lead a small group of teenage girls at church, reading YA fiction, and snuggling my youngest son while watching a movie. Do you have any pets?2 Bearded Dragons (Quillfire and Dragonstorm) Tell us... READ MORE >
Just a few pictures of just one of our amazing school meals! Today was the first day of a brand new weekly feature, an Oriental Food bar complete with fresh mushroom, 2 kinds of chicken, rice or noodles, lots of fresh fruit, homemade sandwiches, or fresh made salads. READ MORE >
7th grade Advanced Science students organized a Polymer Science Fair. During the event, they demonstrated to their 7th and 8th grade peers various ways in which polymers can be created and used. Participants were able to taste gummies, play with slime, create foam, dissolve packing peanuts and much more! READ MORE >
National School Counseling Week 2019 (#NSCW19) is Feb. 4–8, 2019. The week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Take a moment to thank your local... READ MORE >
Love the creativity of our wonderful teachers and students. Ms Dedner and her class did a wonderful display to celebrate Black History Month! READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Patrick Sallings Patrick is a modern music instructor. Where Did You Go to School? University of Arkansas, University of North Texas What are your hobbies? I play music with my family; I also like cycling of all varieties (road, mountain, motor) Do you have any pets? I have three chickens (I don't know how to spell their names - my... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Rebeca Pitts Rebeca is the Choral Director at Arkansas Arts Academy. Where Did You Go to School? ATU, bachelor’s, UCA, masters What are your hobbies? Hiking, swimming, boating, biking, skating, rock climbing, cooking, going to musicals Do you have any pets? Toto the yorkie Tell us about your family: 3 children, Emma, 20, Isaac,... READ MORE >
The High School PTG is looking for 4 volunteers to create class baskets for our Celebrate the Arts fundraiser in April. We need a Senior, Sophomore, Freshman, and 8th grade baskets. You would be responsible for coming up with an idea for the basket (kitchen basket, game basket, tailgating basket..etc), making a list of items you would like donated and then putting... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Kerry Klatt. Kerry teaches the Painting classes, 2D Art for Majors, and Yearbook Where Did You Go to School? University of Wisconsin-La Crosse What are your hobbies? Gardening, Painting, Bicycling, Concerts, Plays Do you have any pets? Mini-Australian Shepherd-"Sophie" 2 Red-eared sliders-"Freddie & Mercury" Tell us about your... READ MORE >
8th grade Aspire students raised $212 for the Rogers Humane Society. Today they presented a check to Executive Director, Clayton Morgan and recorded a podcast that will be entered into NPR’s podcast competition READ MORE >
Spanish Language Class is now being offered in the High School Commons in the afternoon. READ MORE >
The Honorable Thomas Smith from Benton County Division 3 presided over the Mock Trial competition between Mrs. Eoff and Mrs. Dale's Civics classes on Friday, December 14th. Students were able to experience all facets of a criminal court trial from beginning to end. We appreciate Judge Smith taking time to engage with AAA students and share his expertise. READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Crystal McWilliams. Mrs. McWilliams teaches Visual 2D Art Classes. Where Did You Go to School? Liceo Scientifico Ruffini in Viterbo, Italy for high school and then Oklahoma Baptist University. What are your hobbies? I love to bake and eat what I bake, go hiking and biking with my family and of course make some art!! Do you have... READ MORE >
This week's staff spotlight: Paula Scott. Ms. Scott teaches 8th grade History and English. Where Did You Go to School? University of California @ Riverside, London School of Economics, and California Baptist University What are your hobbies? Reading and traveling Do you have any pets? Cats: Willis and Roman Tell us about your family: My son, Gavin and I,... READ MORE >
Last Friday night Arkansas Arts Academy along with 90 or so other Floats and groups entertained over 10,000 of our closest friends at the Annual Christmas Parade sponsored by Main Street Rogers. The weather was calling for snow but it was just cold (really, really, cold!). READ MORE >
NJHS Goes Caroling to the Green Acres Retirement Home Last week, the Arkansas Arts Academy chapter of the National Junior Honor Society had the opportunity to go to Green Acres Retirement Home in Rogers. We all were very excited to go on this field trip, especially since we had all planned a specific part of it. We all stood in front of the elderly and sang "... READ MORE >
Good morning Parents and Teachers! We have 15 days of class remaining before the end of the semester. Please make sure that your student is keeping up with their classwork so that they can end the semester on a strong note. You can check their grades through the Home Access Center gradebook linked in the parent portal of our website. If you have trouble logging... READ MORE >
Good morning! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving break. We are all extremely grateful that you choose to send your children to Arkansas Arts Academy. We have a busy four weeks ahead as we finish this semester. Please make sure that your students are keeping up with assignments and working to turn in any missing work. Several teachers are here early... READ MORE >
Continuing our Staff Spotlights, this week we highlight Jessica Davenport our high school Theatre Teacher Where Did You Go to School? The University of Oklahoma What are your hobbies? I love collaborating with other artists in creative projects. I love reading with my kid (We have read all of the Harry Potter books and Chronicles of Narnia together.) Do you... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students on successfully making the 2018-2019 high school or junior high archery team. Good luck archers!High SchoolRiley LewisOlivia KanakLane BrazeltonSidney BlockMiranda MartinParker BowmanHeather PikeRoddy LittleTerziha CoffeltWesley BolinJustin FishbackDuncan CameronLexi OnealMadelin WalkerKoral WhiteKora Foster Junior... READ MORE >
Annual School Report Card (school year 2017-2018). This year (2018-2019) we now have over 1,000 students which was accomplished by remodeling the High School Campus and moving the 7th and 8th graders to the High School Campus. This allowed for growth at the K-6 Campus as well as adding additional students at the High School Campus. https://www.nwaonline.com/news... READ MORE >
Kallie Shorr, Nashville Recording Artist, performed for AAA High School Advanced Choir Students as part of the CMA Road to Nashville Tour this morning.Kallie Shorr READ MORE >
Arkansas Arts Academy School Spelling Bee, Thursday, November 15th, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the High School Performing Arts Center. The students representing their class or grade must be at the PAC by 5:15 to get check in and seated. If you have any questions, please contact, Mrs. Burns, pburns@artsk12.org. READ MORE >
In the event of inclement weather, please refer to our website, school app, official social media pages or local television stations for school cancellation, delay, or early dismissal information.The administration team will determine if school will be in session by 5:30am. If Rogers Public Schoolsare closed due to inclement weather, Arkansas Arts Academy will also... READ MORE >
This weeks faculty spotlight is Terry Gracy: Where Did You Go to School? Rogers High School What are your hobbies? Sports, Working Out, Travel, Music Do you have any pets? 3 pets: Maggie- our King Charles Spaniel, Steve- the 3 legged cat, and Walter- our Norwegian Forrest Cat Tell us about your family: I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 45... READ MORE >
Lifetouch Studio will be at the High School to take pictures of all high school (7-12) students. this Friday, 11/9/18 READ MORE >
Our Enchanted Forest Book Fair will be open Monday, Nov. 5th, Tuesday, Nov. 6th, and Tuesday, Nov. 7th; 7:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the elementary library. See you at our book fair, where reading wishes come true! READ MORE >
We'll be featuring one staff member each week! Our first lucky duck is Tim Martens, a high school social studies teacher:Where Did You Go to School? University of Arkansas, Bethel University and the Thomas Jefferson School of Law.What are your hobbies? Travel. I give seminar presentations about family issues including mate selection, raising boys, habits of... READ MORE >
Some of our Student/Artist work in the Showcases at the High School READ MORE >
Good morning everyone! I hope you've all had a fun and safe Halloween week. To all of the parents who helped contribute snacks for our teachers yesterday, Thank you very much! They were delicious and greatly appreciated. Tonight, at 7pm, our Equilibrium dancers will be performing their Dance Macabre at the Dia de los Muertos festivities at Peel Mansion. Our... READ MORE >
Come join us November 8th and 9th at 6:30 pm or on the 11th at 3:00 pm in our new Black Box Theatre! Seating is limited to just 100 tickets per performance. Tickets are available at the door. The entrance to the Black Box Theatre is on 5th Street on the east side of the building. Parking is available at our Cherry Street parking lot between 4th and 5th streets.... READ MORE >
Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon! Volunteers will be needed November 1st, 2nd, 5th - 7th. Please click on the Sign-Up Genius link to sign up for specific days and times. Volunteers will receive Scholastic Dollar Gift Certificates to be redeemed at the book fair. More information will be posted soon! Thank you, Mrs. Burns Signup Genius READ MORE >
Day of the Dead CelebrationAAA Dance Company will be performing during this event which is on Friday, November 2, 2018 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. READ MORE >
Thursday, November 15:00 – 8:30pm at:Life Way Christian School351 W Centerton Blvd, Centerton, AR 72719, USA . Come support us in our first season! READ MORE >
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art READ MORE >
Please read both attachments and print out and sign if you are interested in archery, You must bring both with you to practice. Archery Permission Form - Grade 6-8Archery Permission Form - Grades 9-12Armory Waiver READ MORE >
Please read both attachments and print out and sign if you are interested in archery, You must bring both with you to practice. Archery permission slipsArmory waiver READ MORE >
Archery Team Tryouts for grades 9-12 will take place on Monday, November 12th from 4:45-6:00pm and for grades 6-8 on Friday, November 16th from 3:45-5:00pm at the Rogers National Guard Armory. There will be open practices to prepare for HS tryouts on October 29th and November 5th and for JH tryouts on Nov. 2nd and 9th. Any student who has not been suspended since... READ MORE >
"FLU SHOT CLINIC UPDATE: Flu vaccination forms will be going home with students today and tomorrow or you can download from the link below. If you are interested in your student receiving a flu shot during the flu vaccination clinic on October 26th, please complete, sign, and return the forms no later than October 24th. Arkansas Department of Health will be... READ MORE >
News from the 7-12 Campus: Good afternoon! I hope you all had a restful and recuperative fall break! We have definitely started back to a very chilly fall day. Flintco worked tirelessly on Building C and some finishing work on Building D and the courtyard in our absence. Our flag pole is finally up and 7th and 8th grade students can use the courtyard to burn off... READ MORE >
Save the date! October 25th the PTG is having an all day fundraiser at TCBY, 2005 S.Promenade in Rogers. Please tell the cashier you are with Arkansas Arts Academy. You will receive 10% off your purchase and the PTG will receive 25% of your purchase. Please click on the link below to RSVP. We need at least 60 RSVP's so please sign up if you think you will attend.... READ MORE >
I had the privilege of meeting with the Teen Center Director of the Rogers Boys and Girls Club last week. They have several programs for teens that I wanted everyone to be aware of, including their scholarship opportunities. The Rogers Unit has also received a grant allowing them to help families with membership costs up to the full amount. Please contact Carmen... READ MORE >
Remember that 9-12 students will be dismissed at 3:20pm tomorrow afternoon to avoid the Heritage Homecoming Parade. The school will still remain open until 5:00pm with supervision for any students/parents who can't pick up at 3:20pm. During the parade, the only access to the school grounds will be from 6th street. Both buses will depart at 3:20pm, the F/S route... READ MORE >
FROM THE HEALTH OFFICES: We've already seen some cases of stomach bug this year. Please remember your student cannot return to school until they have been vomit and/or fever free without the aid of medication for 24 hours. If they return to school prior to this they will be sent back home for more rest and to prevent the spread of illness to other students. Thank... READ MORE >
Arkansas Arts Academy flu vaccination clinic will be held on October 26th in the morning at the K-6th campus and in the afternoon at the 7-12 campus. The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) will be administering the vaccinations and providing the health offices with the flu shot forms. Once we receive the paperwork from ADH, we will send it home for parents to fill... READ MORE >
What is Sharing & Caring of Benton County? Sharing & Caring of Benton County works to brighten the holidays of local children by lending a helping hand to families in need during the holiday season. The program serves children through the help of sponsors who provide clothing, shoes, toys, a food box, essential household goods and special needs. Each child who... READ MORE >
It's October! This is our last week before October break and we know that everyone (parents, students, and teachers) are looking forward to their week vacation. As we finish up the quarter, it is important that students be present in class. Teachers are pushing to have active instruction from bell-to-bell to help our students maximize their learning. This... READ MORE >
It is my great pleasure to share with my AAA family that I have been included in the inaugural cohort of artists to receive Artists 360 grants through the Mid-America Art Alliance and the Walton Family Foundation. Along with support from Arkansas Arts Academy allowing me the use of our beautiful new studio space, this grant will allow me to choreograph a new dance... READ MORE >
Happy Fall everyone! I hope you enjoyed the wonderful cool weather this past weekend as we made it to the Autumn Equinox. I always look forward to the season of sweaters and cocoa, bright colored leaves, hay rides, corn mazes, and pumpkins. The next two weeks are busy ones! Today, September 25th, the PTG is hosting a Spirit Event at Uncle Maddio's pizza. You... READ MORE >
Jr. High dancers are getting ready for the American Academy of Ballet Performance Awards! READ MORE >
Students are working hard at learning the weight shifting, isolations, articulation and control associated with modern dance technique. READ MORE >
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Since suicide is now the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 10 and 24, our counselors and student ambassador group have planned a series of events to mark this month that highlight mental and emotional well-being and recognizing signs of distress in others. The first is a wall of positive affirmations. ... READ MORE >
September 5, 2018 Basketball Did you know that we have a boys’ and girls’ basketball team at our school? We are looking for 7th-12th grade students who want to represent our school on the basketball court. Practice for 7th/8th graders is after 3:20pm at the K-6 gym and for 9th-12th graders it is after 4:30pm. Students in 9th-12th grade will receive a Physical... READ MORE >
The first Parent-Teacher Guild meeting of the year occurs this Thursday at 6pm. The meeting will be held in the Commons Area on the 7-12 campus. We will be discussing what our year will look like, solidifying a date for our social, taking nominations for a treasurer and volunteer coordinator as well as providing updates on the school store, teacher... READ MORE >
With our current post Labor Day enrollment we can now confirm the following openings: If you would like to learn more about Arkansas Arts Academy or schedule a tour please call 7-12 registrar at 479-877-1791 READ MORE >
With our current post Labor Day enrollment we can now confirm the following openings: If you would like to learn more about Arkansas Arts Academy or schedule a tour please call 7-12 registrar at 479-877-1791. READ MORE >
Parent Drivers, Thank you so much for your unselfish efforts to drive your children so they may attend Arkansas Arts Academy. You motivate us! I often say to the staff, “Have we done enough today to make it worth all of the driving parents do so their kids can attend our schools?” When I lived in Florida the carline was so long I bought a convertible so... READ MORE >
The Rogers Police Department contacted us with concerns that afternoon car-line, specifically for the high school extends down to 8th street and blocks traffic on Hwy 71. As a solution to this issue, we are asking parents to turn south on 7th street then loop back to Poplar on 6th street before turning into the carline. Please remember not to block our neighbors... READ MORE >
We made it! I hope that your student had a good first week of school and enjoyed their time with us this week. We've had a few hiccups that we'll continue to smooth out as the week progresses. The first hiccup was a technology issue! I was under the impression that I have been sending you emails with important information about school functions all week only to... READ MORE >
Arkansas Arts Academy today announces its policy for providing free and reduced price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program. All Arkansas Arts Academy schools have a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The price charged for a paid student breakfast is $1.95 the price charged for a paid student lunch is... READ MORE >
The 2018-2019 School Supply List for grades 7-12 is linked below. If you have any questions about fine arts class supply lists, please contact the teacher or ask at open house. See you soon and happy shopping!AAAHS School Supply List READ MORE >
This meeting will inform parents about the procedures and services Arkansas Arts Academy has for students that receive services in Special Education and the Medicaid billing of these related services, ESL, Dyslexia, or 504 plan. This is an optional meeting but it will answer questions you may have along with informing you of the updated regulations and... READ MORE >
Here are some pictures from this morning. Things are happening so fast now! READ MORE >
Here are a few shots from inside the new high school. The first picture is inside the 2D art room.Here is a picture of the media center.The last two are inside the commons area. READ MORE >
Our website has a new look and we are launching our new mobile app. Just open your app store and search for "Arkansas Arts Academy". The app is free and it is a great way to stay up to date with the latest information about the school. READ MORE >
Today high school students Lea Parette and Duke Wells performed at the Naturaliztion Ceremony at the Pea Ridge National Military Park. Fifteen individuals from 10 countries took their Oath of Allegiance and were recognized as U.S. American citizens by the Honorable Erin L. Wiedemann. Lea and Duke led the federal court event by performing the National Anthem and... READ MORE >