• Help us "Scare Away Hunger" during our October food pantry drive
  • Make donations from Oct 16th - Oct 27th
  • Donation sites: Any elementary campus, BJHSC, BHSC, DAC/HUB
  • Items to donate: apple sauce cups • beef jerky • cereal • cereal bars • cheese and crackers • fruit cups • granola bars • individual oatmeal packets • mac and cheese • pop tarts • pop-top soups • pudding • ramen • ravioli • Vienna sausages
  • Class and campus prizes are awarded for the most items collected
  • Batesville vs. Southside game - Oct 27th
    • Bring an item to donate to the Batesville School District or Southside School District to help stock both schools' food pantries.
    • We will tally up the items and name a winner between the two schools
    • Both schools will keep items that were donated by their fans
• Sept 29th Batesville vs. Paragould football game
  • Childhood Cancer Awareness Night - WEAR GOLD
    • Tailgate - 5:30 pm
    • Recognitions - 6:30 pm
    • Kickoff - 7:00 pm
  • FBLA Miracle Minute
    • Fans can bring change to donate during the "miracle minute" which will take place at halftime to support the Arkansas Children's Hospital

The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more

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Featuring Laura Howard, District Community Schools Coordinator

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

Welcoming Mr. Everett & an update from Eagle Mountain

• Welcome back to all Eagle Mountain students, staff, and stakeholders.

• Thank you to our PTO & stakeholders for their support and investment in our students

• Lyon College welcomed students to school from various athletic teams in morning car rider line -- Thank you to the coaches and athletes for their presence and leadership!

• We would also like to take this time to welcome Mr. Rickey Everett into our district and community. He is a Lyon College student who came to Batesville on a basketball scholarship and has since returned to Pioneer Nation as our new building principal at Eagle Mountain.

The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.Featuring Rickey Everett, Principal of Eagle Mountain ElementaryHosted by Megan Renihan, Communications CoordinatorSponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

Batesville AmigoFest

• Saturday, September 23, 2023

• 3:00 - 9:30 p.m.

• Riverside Park, 1850 Chaney Dr, Batesville, AR 72501

The heart of Hispanic culture will come alive at Riverside Park (1850 Chaney Dr.) on Saturday, September 23rd, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. as Batesville proudly hosts "Batesville AmigoFest." This community event promises to be a celebration, spotlighting the rich tapestry of Hispanic heritage and the importance of fostering inclusivity, diversity, and equity within our community. Batesville AmigoFest is not just a festival; it's a testament to our commitment to celebrating and embracing the Hispanic heritage that enriches our community," said Brenda Rivera, one of the event organizers. "Through this event, we hope to create an environment where families of all backgrounds can come together, learn, and celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture that is an integral part of our community." The event will feature various activities and attractions to captivate attendees of all ages.

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Learn more here: Batesville AmigoFest

Sign up for the guacamole & salsa competition here

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The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.

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Featuring Brenda Rivera, First Community Bank

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

Batesville AmigoFest

• 23 de Septiembre

• 3:00 - 9:30 p.m.

• Parque del Río, 1850 Chaney Dr, Batesville, AR 72501

El corazón de la cultura Hispana cobrará vida en Riverside Park (1850 Chaney Dr.) el sábado 23 de septiembre de 3:00 p.m. a 9:30 p.m. Batesville se enorgullece de presentar el "Batesville AmigoFest". Este evento comunitario promete ser una celebración que resaltará el rico tapiz de la herencia hispana y la importancia de fomentar la inclusión, la diversidad y la equidad dentro de nuestra comunidad. Batesville AmigoFest no es sólo un festival; "Es un testimonio de nuestro compromiso de celebrar y abrazar la herencia hispana que enriquece a nuestra comunidad", dijo Brenda Rivera, una de las organizadoras del evento. "A través de este evento, esperamos crear un ambiente donde familias de todos los orígenes puedan reunirse, aprender y celebrar la vibrante cultura Hispana que es una parte integral de nuestra comunidad". El evento contará con diversas actividades y atracciones para cautivar a los asistentes de todas las edades.

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Obtenga más información aquí: Batesville AmigoFest

Regístrate aquí para el concurso de guacamole y salsa

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Con Brenda Rivera, First Community Bank

Presentado por Megan Renihan, Coordinadora de Comunicaciones

Patrocinado por Citizens Bank y White River Now

New playground equipment & gardening now available to West students

• After school clubs - View info under "Before & After School Care"

  • Twirling

  • Lego/Robotics

  • K-Kids

  • NEW: Farm to School Grant welcomes, Junior Master Gardeners Club - partnering with Independence County Master Gardeners - now available to our 3rd graders on Tuesdays during the after school program

    • Worm farm

    • Composting

    • Planting & harvesting

• New playground equipment now available to our students at West Elementary

  • Thank you to our sponsors - First Community Bank, Future Fuel, Citizens Bank, White River Health Systems, LaCroix Optical, FNBC, Bad Boy Mowers, Frank Rogers & Company, Life Plus, & UPS of Batesville

  • Parents & students for working on fundraisers

  • Community for purchasing items

The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.Featuring Sonya Gaither, Principal of West ElementaryHosted by Megan Renihan, Communications CoordinatorSponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

PIONEER UPDATE AT BATESVILLE PRESCHOOL

• Preschool Slots Available Now

  • 3 & 4-year-old slots

  • 870-793-0630

  • 650 Vine Street

  • Tuition & Fees

• Parents As Teachers has available slots as well

  • Register for Parents As Teachers

  • Families entered in the program can receive: a Pioneer T-shirt, over 50 books, art supplies, a backpack, diapers, a Kindergarten Readiness Kit, age-appropriate educational toys, and monthly family engagement events.

  • Blue Ribbon Recipient - recognized nationally, and we are one of the few recipients in the state of Arkansas.

• Come visit The HUB | Pioneer Family Resource Center, located at 490 E. College Ave, Suite 104

The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.

Featuring Lorrie McClure, Community Schools Site Coordinator & Home Visiting Supervisor

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

25th Anniversary of U of A Women's Basketball Final Four & Youth Volleyball / Mini Basketball Leagues

• Youth Volleyball & Mini Basketball Leagues

  • Mini Basketball (K-2) and Youth Volleyball

  • Youth Basketball (3-6) and Mini Volleyball (K-2) will occur during the Spring semester.

• 25th Anniversary of U of A Women's Basketball Final Four

  • Coach Eoff along with her teammates will be honored this weekend at the U of A Razorbacks campus for their accomplishment of making it to the Final Four during March Madness for Women's Basketball in the SEC.

  • Eoff also played on the USA Olympic team

• 9/11 Recognition

  • Sara Elizabeth Low

  • A Pioneer Never Quits

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The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.

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Featuring Coach Carrie Eoff, Coach for BJHSC, BHSC, and Eagle Mountain

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

WHAT'S NEW AT BATESVILLE PRESCHOOL?

• Lemonade on the Lawn - Help us celebrate our grandparents and family with some fresh lemonade and cookies!
  • Thursday, Sept 7th
  • 2:30 - 4:30
  • 650 Vine Street
• New age-appropriate playground equipment
  • Thank you to Bradley Construction and Judge Kevin Jeffrey for your generous contribution to getting age-appropriate playground equipment installed at our preschool.
• Bushels and Books - Come join us to celebrate fall with crafts, fresh healthy fruit, and books to take home!
  • Thursday, Sept 21st
  • 2:30 - 4:00
  • 650 Vine Street - Inside the Preschool Gym

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The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.

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Featuring Jessica Angel, Community Engagement Coordinator/Community Schools Site Coordinator

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

Student Registration and the Free & Reduced Lunch Form

• Back to School Information • Enroll Here
  • Update your student's information on PowerSchool
  • You will receive an email from Alicia Robertson
  • Contact your campus secretary if you need help obtaining your "snapcode".
• Free & Reduced Lunch Form (FRLF)
  • Students who qualify for reduced meal prices may now eat at no cost to the student.
  • GIVEAWAY - a $100 Walmart and a $100 Shell gift card
  • Click here to check out our Food Service website and the new pricing – www.batesvilleschools.com/foodservice

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The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.

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Featuring Mrs. Jennifer Douglas, Assistant Superintendent

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now

Friday Night Football & State Championship Reunion

• Pep Rally (took place at 9:40 am)
• Home Football Game vs. Maumelle at 7:00 pm
  • Celebrating the 20-year reunion of our 2003 State Champions (Food and shirts were sponsored by First Community Bank)
  • Tradition Never Graduates
    • 20 years ago, Coach Dave King was the newly appointed Athletic Director, and our current head football coach was in 10th grade on the football team.
    • Coach King was inducted into the Arkansas Athletics Association Hall of Fame this summer.
• Booster Club
  • Community Tailgate at 5:30 pm
    • Free food from 4-5 local restaurants (funds raised from the Pioneer Golf Tournament)
  • New Pioneer Wagon - located by the concession stand on the Home side
    • Pick-up a Football Media Guide: has rosters, pictures, and more.

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The Pioneer Update is a recipient of NSPRA's Award of Excellence for Podcasting/Audio – click here to learn more.

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Featuring Steve Baxter, BJHSC & BHSC Community Schools Site Coordinator

Hosted by Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and White River Now