We have made the decision to transition all Fayetteville Public Schools from in-person to online learning on Thursday, January 13, and Friday, January 14, 2022. Thursday and Friday will be considered Alternative Method of Instruction (AMI) days. All schools will return to in-person learning on Tuesday, January 18, following the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., national... READ MORE >
UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS BASED ON REVISED CDC GUIDELINES ISOLATION Isolation is required for someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status. This person is required to: Stay home for at least 5 daysIf you have no symptoms or your symptoms are resolving after 5 days, you can leave your house (return to school).Continue to wear... READ MORE >
We have received information from the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) that our school district community’s number of active cases of COVID-19 per 10,000 people is 71 as of 1/3/22. This new data means that the school district has exceeded 30 or more active cases for a consecutive 14-day period. As per district Policy 1.19: Wearing Masks and Face... READ MORE >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMUSIAL AWARDS TO AIR ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK AND STREAM LIVE ON PARAMOUNT+ ON CHRISTMAS DAY AT 5 P.M. ET / 4 P.M. CTNATIONAL BROADCAST FROM ST. LOUIS CELEBRATES THOSE WHO EMBODY EXTRAORDINARY SPORTSMANSHIPST. LOUIS – Dec. 20, 2021 – The Musial Awards will deliver added holiday cheer this weekend. The inspiring awards show honoring... READ MORE >
The Fayetteville High School Student Council will hold the 23rd annual Homeless Vigil on Thursday, December 2, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on the north side of the FHS campus along Bulldog Blvd between Phases 2 and 3. The vigil will raise funds for the Families in Transition Program, a Fayetteville Public Schools program that helps students in need and their families... READ MORE >
The Fayetteville Board of Education voted unanimously to amend Policy: 1.19: Wearing Masks and Face Coverings as follows: Amend the policy as stated below effective November 15, 2021, for grades 7 - 12 students and staff members in those school buildings and in district administrative and support buildings.Amend the policy as stated below for grades k- 6 students... READ MORE >
Fayetteville Public Schools has been awarded $80,000 in grants over the next three years from the Life Time Foundation to help improve the nutritional quality of school meals by eliminating ultra-processed foods and accelerate scratch and speed-scratch cooking practices through the support of an additional registered dietitian and chef specializing in school food... READ MORE >
Mary Claire Hyatt joined Fayetteville Public Schools on September 20 as general counsel for the school district, according to Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert. The hiring of Ms. Hyatt was approved by the Fayetteville Board of Education at their August 26 meeting. “We are very happy to welcome Mary Claire Hyatt to our administrative team,” said Dr. Colbert. “She... READ MORE >
Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics For students age 12 and up Date: Tuesday, September 14 Location/Hours: Fayetteville High School: 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. in Bulldog ArenaRamay Jr. High: 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the gymnasiumALLPS: 10:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Woodland Jr. High: 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the back gymnasium Students can receive either their first... READ MORE >
Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics For students age 12 and up When: Tuesday, August 24 and Tuesday, September 14 Where/Hours: Fayetteville High School: 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. in Bulldog ArenaRamay Jr. High: 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon in the gymnasiumWoodland Jr. High: 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the back gymnasium Students can receive either their first or second dose... READ MORE >
At a special called meeting held on August 9, The Fayetteville Board of Education voted unanimously to revise Policy: 1.19: Wearing Masks and Face Coverings and resume the mask requirement for all K-12 students, staff members, and visitors to school buildings. Masks are now required while attending classes, working or attending a school function in any school... READ MORE >
EVERY student in Fayetteville Public Schools should ✓ CHECK-IN For the 2021-2022 school year. This process includes all students and ALL GRADE LEVELS.The window for completing the online CHECK-IN is August 2-7. Please login and confirm your student’s informationParents will receive an email with login information by July 28. If a parent’s email address is not... READ MORE >
Virtual Student SchedulesThursday, August 12thView/Print your student schedule from the Parent Grade Viewer (HAC) Home Access Center (HAC) portal beginning on August 12th at 8:00 am. More details to come! READ MORE >
The celebration of 150 Years of Fayetteville Public Schools kicked off on Thursday, March 18 at the regular meeting of the Fayetteville Board of Education. “We are very proud of our designation as Fayetteville School District #1,” said Dr. John L Colbert, Superintendent of Schools. “As the first public school district granted a charter by the State of Arkansas, we... READ MORE >
Beginning Monday, March 8th at 8:00 a.m., Parents/Guardians can schedule their CAP Conference through Ramay PTC Wizard and enter Student Course Selections for next year. Find all the information on the Ramay CAP Website! READ MORE >
JOIN US TONIGHT - Thursday, March 4th! Principal David Watkins will host a Pre-CAP Parent Information Zoom meeting for Rising 7th and 8th Grade parents/guardians and students. Rising 8th Grade Zoom Meeting - 5:00 p.m. - Zoom Meeting Link! Click HERE!Rising 7th Grade Zoom Meeting - 6:30 p.m. - Zoom Meeting Link! Click HERE! Tonight will be dedicated to... READ MORE >
The Fayetteville Board of Education has approved an extension of Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert's contract through June 30, 2024, and voted to raise his base salary by two percent to $226,400. The Board voted unanimously to approve the contract extension and salary increase after completing Dr. Colbert’s annual review on January 28. “Dr. Colbert’s performance... READ MORE >
FPS to Provide Weekend Meals for Students The Fayetteville Public Schools Child Nutrition Department will provide weekend meal packs for students and for anyone age 18 or younger beginning the weekend of January 23-24. “We are pleased to be able to provide free weekend meals for our students and those age 18 or younger,” said Ally Mrachek, Director of Child... READ MORE >
Free Pre-Order Meal Packs Offered During Winter Break FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.– Fayetteville Public Schools Child Nutrition will offer free meal packs during the winter break, which is December 21 through January 1. The five-day meal packs (five breakfasts and five lunches) will be available for pick up on Tuesday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 29. Similar to the... READ MORE >
Fayetteville Public Schools will pivot to virtual learning on Monday, December 14 due to inclement weather and road conditions. All school buildings will be closed, and students will utilize online learning. READ MORE >
Virtual Tutoring for Ramay & Woodland Students Any Ramay or Woodland Jr. High student can get help with their homework on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. via Zoom. The live Zoom will be conducted by Ramay and Woodland teachers to assist in all content areas. On Mondays and Wednesdays, click here to join the Zoom tutoring sessions. READ MORE >
FAYETTEVILLE ADULT EDUCATION JOINS ‘MOVING AHEAD WITH ADULT ED’ CAMPAIGN TO GET ADULTS BACK TO SCHOOL AND WORK Reskilling, Upskilling Will Help Move Adults into Family-Sustaining Jobs for Economic Recovery from Pandemic With reskilling and upskilling programs in place, adult education is an economic catalyst to help low-skilled adults and their... READ MORE >
Fayetteville Public Schools will be implementing a new health procedure beginning on Monday, September 14 to help protect the health of our students and staff. Beginning next Monday morning, all staff and students will have their temperature checked daily before entering school buildings. Please watch this video from Dr. John L Colbert for more details on the new... READ MORE >
We are pleased to announce that Fayetteville Public Schools will offer FREE MEALS FOR ALL CHILDREN THROUGH DECEMBER 31st. The FPS Child Nutrition program will offer free meals to all children 18 years and younger through temporary Federal program flexibility. Siblings of FPS students and other children in the community are eligible for free 5-day meal packs.... READ MORE >
In an effort to keep our Fayetteville Public Schools family informed, here is the latest information we have regarding COVID-19 in our schools: Fayetteville Public Schools has been notified that four of our students have tested positive for COVID-19. However, none of the four students has been on campus since the start of the school year on August 24. There are... READ MORE >
Owl Creek Health Center is offering a vaccine clinic! Friday, August 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.All insured and uninsured are welcome!Update all vaccines that your child needs!Walk-ins are welcome! No appointment needed! READ MORE >
Important Information Regarding Meal Sign-Up for Hybrid Learning, Home Campus Virtual Learning, and Fayetteville Virtual Academy Students Dear FPS Families, We are pleased to announce that students enrolled in any of the Hybrid Learning Models, Home Campus Virtual Learning, or Fayetteville Virtual Academy can sign-up for take-home meal packs for the fall... READ MORE >
Register NEW students to Fayetteville Public Schools at Registration Gateway for Fayetteville Public Schools. To register you will upload a proof of residence (current gas, electric, or water bill OR lease agreement) At the time of registration you may also upload the following required documents: Birth Certificate, Immunization Records, and Social Security... READ MORE >
FREE SUMMER MEALS FPS Child Nutrition will continue to provide ten meals (5 breakfasts/5 lunches) for anyone age 18 or younger on Tuesdays during the summer, beginning June 2 and ending on July 28. The meals can be picked up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following locations: Asbell ElementaryButterfield Trail Elementary (pick up in the back of the school)Happy... READ MORE >
The Arkansas Scholastic Press Association announced the winners in their annual contests. The awards were announced via YouTube by President Karla Sprague, Har-Ber High School; and President-Elect Andrew Young, Woodland Junior High School. Seven programs from Fayetteville Public Schools, the most for any district in the state, won awards. Every program from FPS won... READ MORE >
National Assistant Principals Week is April 6–10, 2020! Join us as we honor and recognize the contributions of assistant principals to the success of students in Fayetteville Public Schools! Thank you for the caring and the leadership you bring to our schools! READ MORE >
STUDENT MEALS During the week of Spring Break, March 23 through March 27, 2020, Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch will be available to any child age 18 and younger at Owl Creek School. Students must be present to receive a meal. GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST AND LUNCH 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Owl Creek School 375 N. Rupple Rd. READ MORE >
The FPS Outback food pantry is open DAILY this week from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to provide groceries to families. We normally provide non-perishable food items and frozen meat, but due to recent donations, we are now able to add fresh fruit, lettuce, bread, and eggs to the food boxes. Since next week is Spring Break, we will be giving double boxes on Friday,... READ MORE >
Fayetteville Pubic Schools delivered 536 meals today to students age 18 or younger! Please review the list below and stop by and see us tomorrow and Friday for FREE student meals!SCHOOL BUS DELIVERY LOCATIONS FOR STUDENT MEALS FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS BUSES WILL DELIVER LUNCHES TO STUDENTS AGE 18 AND YOUNGER ON MARCH 17 THROUGH MARCH 20 AT THE FOLLOWING TIMES... READ MORE >
Message from the FPS Superintendent: Governor Asa Hutchinson has ordered all public schools in the state of Arkansas to close and move to Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) effective on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, with the option to close on Monday, March 16, 2020. Fayetteville Public Schools will be closed beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, and will move to... READ MORE >
DEADLINE Tuesday, MARCH 31, 2020LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION DUE MARCH 31, 2019This scholarship is being offered to an FHS senior who attended Ramay and who has achieved at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in his/her high school coursework. It is recommended that the student has participated in extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership or communityinvolvement.... READ MORE >
For Immediate Release: February 28, 2020 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Preparation Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is working closely with local, state and federal partners to stay up to date on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) activity in the nation and the world. The ADH has plans and protocols in place to respond to... READ MORE >
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FPS is revamping our districts facilities with regard to transportation and Nutrition Services that are located near Ramay. Construction starts February 3 and is expected to take us to the start of next school year in August. Below is information regarding the new drop off and pick up for busses as this construction impacts Ramay. This information will be... READ MORE >
After a review of research and information regarding district growth and maintenance needs gathered over the previous two years, the Fayetteville Board of Education has called for a special election on February 11, 2020, to request voter approval of a bond restructuring. With voter approval and NO MILLAGE INCREASE, the district will restructure eight bonds that... READ MORE >
Fayetteville Public Schools2019 Winter BreakFree Lunch ProgramWHO?FREE for anyone 18 years or younger. Non-Fayetteville residents welcome!WHERE?Owl Creek School: 375 N. Rupple Rd. (across the street from the Boys & Girls Club)WHEN?Lunch: 11:00am – 12:00pmDecember 2019: 26th, 27th, 30th and 31stJanuary 2020: 2nd, 3rd and 6th – 8thWHY?School lunch is cool, even... READ MORE >
What is the Hour of Code? The Hour of Code started as a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify "code", to show that anybody can learn the basics, and to broaden participation in the field of computer science. It has since become a worldwide effort to celebrate computer science, starting with 1-hour coding activities but expanding to all... READ MORE >
Great things are happening in our schools! Check out "The Latest" video. We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break! #onefpshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJdLfgU2Tis READ MORE >
FPS Orchestra Program Presents Monster Mash 2019Wednesday, October 31 at 6:30 pmin the Fayetteville High School Performing Arts CenterFree Admission & Trick or Treating after the performanceSong selection includes:Star Wars, Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Pirates of the Caribbean and MORE! READ MORE >
Congratulations to Holt Middle School teacher Cheri DeSoto for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching!Awardees come from schools in all 50 States. Nominations and awards are facilitated by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the National ScienceFoundation. Established in 1983, PAEMST is the... READ MORE >
Inviting all PTA and PTO members and Fayetteville Public School parents: Fayetteville Board of Education members will present the Fayetteville Public Schools Strategic Plan. Monday, October 21 at the FHS Performing Arts Center at 6:00 pm Please join us! READ MORE >
The Fayetteville Public Schools Cadet Winter Guard will kick off our 2020 season with a tryout clinic on October 30th at FHS. The Cadet Guard is open to ANY student, grades 6-9 enrolled in a Fayetteville PSD Campus. No experience necessary. For more information, check out the attached photo and video, visit www.fayettevilleguard.org, or contact Mr. Antonetti at... READ MORE >
Fall weather is for Food Truck Tours!Throughout October, The Purple Dog Food Truck will make stops at secondary schools serving up Street-style Tacos to students, staff, and parents! Pick your fillings and toppings and enjoy your meal outdoors (weather permitting!) These are rain or shine events!Street Tacos in Honor of Hispanic Heritage MonthFajita Chicken OR... READ MORE >
What a wonderful way to start the 2019-2020 school year, with a staff lounge makeover. Thank you to Trinity Fellowship in Fayetteville, that dedicated their time and effort to making this a wonderful space. We (Ramay Staff) are very thankful for all your hard work. Thank you! READ MORE >
Dear Families, Students, and Staff, I am humbled and honored to be named to the Assistant Principal role for Ramay Junior High School for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. This year begins my 17th year in education, and my 12th year in Fayetteville Public Schools. FPS is simply the greatest district ever and I am thankful to have the opportunity of playing a... READ MORE >
2019-2020 School Supply List Three-ring Binder Loose-Leaf Notebook Paper Pens, Pencils (suggest mechanical),Erasers and Highlighters4- packs of Post-it NotesColored Pencils 4- Glue Sticks 2- Pads of ¼ inch Graph Paper4- Composition Notebooks4- Rolls of tape Calculator Direct questions to your mathteacherAdditional... READ MORE >
Summer Safety Click Here for More Information Summer Safety Tips Beat the Heat Anybody can be at risk for a heat-related illness. Follow these summer safety tips, like taking extra breaks and drinking lots of water. Bug Safety Mosquitoes can cause a number of illnesses, including Zika Virus and West Nile Virus. Learn what you can do to protect yourself at... READ MORE >
FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY - SUMMER PROGRAMS The Fayetteville Public Library is a great resource for summer fun! Here is a link to their calendar to check it all out... Fayetteville Public Library Calender READ MORE >
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2019 Summer Lunch Program Click Here For More InformationJUNE 3RD-AUGUST 6TH (closed July 4th) WHO? FREE for anyone 18 years or younger. At the main site, adults can purchase a meal for $3.60. Non-Fayetteville residents welcome! WHERE & WHEN? MAIN SITE: Holt Middle School 2365 N. Rupple Rd. (child and adult meals served) Lunch: 10:45am – 1:00pm, Monday... READ MORE >
Name of Student (last,first)Anderson, HunterBeasley, LiaBlissard, WyattBraiden, TaylorBrewer, OzChandler, OwenColeman, CalebDaniels, HenryFant, LucasFimbres, IsaacGerstner, JoshGheen, JackGraham, FrankGuenther, Exie ClaireHardwick, NoahHendrix, BryceHinrichs, KaidenJohnson, CalebJohnson, JackKarcher, MaxKiser, OwenKoch, NathanLeach, SeanLeopold, JacksonLock,... READ MORE >
ACT Aspire tests provides the opportunity to showcase our growth this school year. We know our students tried their best. Our 8th Graders tested April 16-18 and 7th Graders tested April 23-25. The Testing Support Team, also known as the Test Squad, prepared students and teachers for testing each morning in a variety of ways. While distributing testing materials,... READ MORE >
The Spark Foundation Presents The 9th Annual Cow Paddy Run Saturday April 13th at Gully ParkLook at Flyer for More Information READ MORE >
Welcome to Ramay! I am excited to serve our community in the capacity of Assistant Principal here at Ramay Jr. High. I have been privileged to teach and coach within the building during my career and it truly is an honor to step back into the building in this role. Jr. High is such a critical time in a student's life as independence and inquiry blend to create a... READ MORE >
Ramay Pride really runs deep today....! What a great day celebrating our recognition as a Diamond School to Watch. Many thanks to all those that helped us achieve this recognition. Special thanks to our student emcee’s, McKenzie & Solomon and our fantastic Ramay alumni that came back to speak: Tré, Alexis, Naomi & Ty. #rprd READ MORE >