CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY ACROSS SPRINGDALE!
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Join us as Springdale celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a full lineup of events for all ages! From story times and parades to Black Hawk helicopters, concerts, fireworks, classic cars, and community celebrations, there's something for everyone. Check out the schedule below and start planning your America 250 summer in Springdale!
June 18 | 11:00 AM
America 250 Elementary Storytime
Springdale Public Library
Children in grades K–5 are invited to enjoy stories, a themed craft, and a commemorative photo as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
June 24 | 7:00–10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Pancake Breakfast
Springdale American Legion Building
Start Rodeo Week with a hearty breakfast and support the American Legion Post 139!
June 24 | 10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Parade
Emma Avenue | Starting at Parsons Stadium
A Springdale tradition featuring floats, marching bands, rodeo royalty, horses, and hometown pride as the parade travels through Downtown Springdale.
All Summer | America 250 Community Flag Mural
Downtown Springdale | Emma Avenue
Visit a special 8' x 10' American flag mosaic created entirely from photos submitted by members of our community.
July 1 | 10:00 AM
Time Capsule Locking Ceremony
Springdale City Hall Lobby
Help celebrate Springdale's past, present, and future as we seal a time capsule to be opened on July 4, 2076.
July 2 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Stars, Stripes & Steel: Touch-a-Truck/Aircraft
Springdale Municipal Airport
Get up close with two Arkansas Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopters, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment, and specialty trucks from local, county, and state agencies. Meet the crews, explore the vehicles, enjoy food vendors and Kona Ice, and experience this free hands-on event for all ages.
July 3 | 6:00–10:00 PM
Fourth of July Eve Concert featuring Dial Up
Luther George Park
Enjoy live music, food vendors, games, contests, and a fireworks show as we kick off Independence Day weekend.
July 3 & 4 | Postgame
4th at The Field Fireworks Spectacular
Arvest Ballpark
Celebrate with baseball and one of the largest fireworks displays in Northwest Arkansas.
July 11 | 7:00–11:00 AM
Patriotic Pancake Breakfast & Bingo Extravaganza
Springdale Senior Center
Enjoy breakfast with friends and family, then stick around for bingo beginning at 9:30 AM.
July 11 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Helos, Wings & Wheels
Springdale Municipal Airport
A one-of-a-kind family-friendly celebration featuring aviation, classic cars, helicopter rides, aircraft displays, emergency response vehicles, food vendors, and family activities.
July 11 | 3:00–8:00 PM
Ozarks 250 Block Party
Shiloh Museum Grounds
Enjoy live music, food trucks, historic demonstrations, exhibits, activities, and more as we celebrate the Ozarks' role in America's story.
Mark your calendars and grab your family and friends to be part of a summer filled with community, patriotism, and fun for all ages!
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Join us as Springdale celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a full lineup of events for all ages! From story times and parades to Black Hawk helicopters, concerts, fireworks, classic cars, and community celebrations, there's something for everyone. Check out the schedule below and start planning your America 250 summer in Springdale!
June 18 | 11:00 AM
America 250 Elementary Storytime
Springdale Public Library
Children in grades K–5 are invited to enjoy stories, a themed craft, and a commemorative photo as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
June 24 | 7:00–10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Pancake Breakfast
Springdale American Legion Building
Start Rodeo Week with a hearty breakfast and support the American Legion Post 139!
June 24 | 10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Parade
Emma Avenue | Starting at Parsons Stadium
A Springdale tradition featuring floats, marching bands, rodeo royalty, horses, and hometown pride as the parade travels through Downtown Springdale.
All Summer | America 250 Community Flag Mural
Downtown Springdale | Emma Avenue
Visit a special 8' x 10' American flag mosaic created entirely from photos submitted by members of our community.
July 1 | 10:00 AM
Time Capsule Locking Ceremony
Springdale City Hall Lobby
Help celebrate Springdale's past, present, and future as we seal a time capsule to be opened on July 4, 2076.
July 2 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Stars, Stripes & Steel: Touch-a-Truck/Aircraft
Springdale Municipal Airport
Get up close with two Arkansas Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopters, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment, and specialty trucks from local, county, and state agencies. Meet the crews, explore the vehicles, enjoy food vendors and Kona Ice, and experience this free hands-on event for all ages.
July 3 | 6:00–10:00 PM
Fourth of July Eve Concert featuring Dial Up
Luther George Park
Enjoy live music, food vendors, games, contests, and a fireworks show as we kick off Independence Day weekend.
July 3 & 4 | Postgame
4th at The Field Fireworks Spectacular
Arvest Ballpark
Celebrate with baseball and one of the largest fireworks displays in Northwest Arkansas.
July 11 | 7:00–11:00 AM
Patriotic Pancake Breakfast & Bingo Extravaganza
Springdale Senior Center
Enjoy breakfast with friends and family, then stick around for bingo beginning at 9:30 AM.
July 11 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Helos, Wings & Wheels
Springdale Municipal Airport
A one-of-a-kind family-friendly celebration featuring aviation, classic cars, helicopter rides, aircraft displays, emergency response vehicles, food vendors, and family activities.
July 11 | 3:00–8:00 PM
Ozarks 250 Block Party
Shiloh Museum Grounds
Enjoy live music, food trucks, historic demonstrations, exhibits, activities, and more as we celebrate the Ozarks' role in America's story.
Mark your calendars and grab your family and friends to be part of a summer filled with community, patriotism, and fun for all ages!
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☀️ Free Summer Meals for Kids! ☀️
We are so excited to help our #SpringdaleFamily stay healthy and fueled up this break! Springdale Public Schools is participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Seamless Summer Option program to serve meals free of charge to all children 18 and younger. Note: Children do not need to be students of Springdale Public Schools to participate.
🕒 When:
Monday – Friday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (All participating locations will be closed July 3rd)
📍 Locations & Dates:
🍎 Harp Elementary: June 1 – June 19
🍎 Parson Hills Elementary: May 26 – June 19
🍎 George Elementary: June 1 – July 31
🍎 Elmdale Elementary: May 26 – July 31
🍎 Walker Elementary: June 1 – 26 & July 6 – 17
#SpringdaleFamily
We are so excited to help our #SpringdaleFamily stay healthy and fueled up this break! Springdale Public Schools is participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Seamless Summer Option program to serve meals free of charge to all children 18 and younger. Note: Children do not need to be students of Springdale Public Schools to participate.
🕒 When:
Monday – Friday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (All participating locations will be closed July 3rd)
📍 Locations & Dates:
🍎 Harp Elementary: June 1 – June 19
🍎 Parson Hills Elementary: May 26 – June 19
🍎 George Elementary: June 1 – July 31
🍎 Elmdale Elementary: May 26 – July 31
🍎 Walker Elementary: June 1 – 26 & July 6 – 17
#SpringdaleFamily
Happy Summer! Check out the last newsletter with important information for fall 2026. Be sure to sign up for the next year's school newsletter. https://app.smore.com/n/xq4w9
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Families of 2026 Seniors- Here is the Slideshow that was played at the Senior Walk.
Families of 2026 Seniors- Here is the Slideshow that was played at the Senior Walk.
Summer EBT provides $120 of extra grocery benefits to qualifying families with school-aged
children in our community over the summer. You can quickly check eligibility using the QR code below, or at ar.gov/SummerEBT
children in our community over the summer. You can quickly check eligibility using the QR code below, or at ar.gov/SummerEBT
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Lots of information!!
Lots of information!!
Family fishing derby from 5-7 in the pond across from the school. If you have a rod please bring it. We have bait for all and some fishing poles for loan.
3rd grade is thrilled to bring an exciting opportunity to our school.
They have been reading The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies and plan to make lemonade using different recipes. Young Elementary students will taste the lemonade and vote on their favorite.
Students are invited to help raise money for the STEAM lab supplies by bringing a coin to vote on the best lemonade recipe on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Don’t forget to bring your coin on FRIDAY May 8th to vote! Thanks!
They have been reading The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies and plan to make lemonade using different recipes. Young Elementary students will taste the lemonade and vote on their favorite.
Students are invited to help raise money for the STEAM lab supplies by bringing a coin to vote on the best lemonade recipe on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Don’t forget to bring your coin on FRIDAY May 8th to vote! Thanks!
Do you have a child enrolled in kindergarten for the Fall of 2026? Don't forget to stop by our Open House next week (Monday, May 4th).
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We had a great week! We have more testing next week. Our testing occurs in rooms all over the building. If you plan to have lunch with your child, please eat at the picnic tables.
We had a great week! We have more testing next week. Our testing occurs in rooms all over the building. If you plan to have lunch with your child, please eat at the picnic tables.
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Weekly Newsletter- check out Best Day Ever shirt order, testing information, and summer opportunities like a STEAM camp at BYE.
Weekly Newsletter- check out Best Day Ever shirt order, testing information, and summer opportunities like a STEAM camp at BYE.
Happy Easter!
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See you at the Yellowjacket Yeehaw tonight!! Enter through the back of the building (bus entry). Entry fee covers food, drinks, dancing, and fun! This is not a drop-off event but a family fun event.
The Family Fun Dance is tomorrow! 🎉 Join us for the Yellowjack Yeehaw on Friday from 6–8 PM.
Purchase tickets in advance to help us plan for food and fun! If purchased by noon on Friday, one child per family will receive a prepaid ticket for faster entry. Get your tickets here: https://bernice-young-elementary-pta.square.site/#items
Purchase tickets in advance to help us plan for food and fun! If purchased by noon on Friday, one child per family will receive a prepaid ticket for faster entry. Get your tickets here: https://bernice-young-elementary-pta.square.site/#items
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We hope you have a fantastic Spring Break. We will see students on March 30th.
We hope you have a fantastic Spring Break. We will see students on March 30th.
We have so much in the lost and found! Let us know if you recognize something that belongs to your child. We will get it sent home. https://app.smore.com/n/afp82
We hope to see you at STEAM Night on Tuesday. This is a family drop-in event (not a drop-off event). More details in this newsletter. https://app.smore.com/n/d5ns9