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Join us on Springdale Today for a look at community wellness and nutrition efforts in Springdale. We talked with Janet Hornberger, Springdale Public Schools Coordinated School Health and Treehouse Pantry Coordinator, Rodrigo Menocal, Cobblestone Farms Garden Manager, and Kerry Carpenter, a Food Corps Service Member. Tune in to learn how these dedicated individuals are working together to build a healthier Springdale!

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This week, we explored the fascinating intersection of e-waste, art, and education! We sat down with artist Eugene Sargent, teacher Jennifer Boogart from John Tyson Elementary School of Innovation, and her EAST students, Zharia and Finn. They discussed their innovative educational initiative where students transform discarded electronics into art. Discover how this exciting project fosters sustainability and learning, made possible through a partnership with Cox Communications.

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On this episode of Springdale Today, we dive into the exciting world where literature meets the stage! We're joined by Knapp Elementary School third-grade teacher Kira Hart, her enthusiastic student Emiliano Manjarrez and Sallie Zazal, the Learning and Engagement Director at the Walton Arts Center. Emiliano is one of 275 Knapp students who attended a performance of “Dog Man: The Musical Fayetteville, which was featured as part of a Walton Arts Center educational initiative. 

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Is tech overload taking a toll on your family? Responsibly managing technology is one of the biggest challenges facing youth today—and the struggle is real for parents and educators, too. In this essential episode, we sit down with Ian McReady, founder of the digital habit company Selfctrl. As a leading voice in digital wellness, Ian helps schools, parents, and students navigate this overwhelming landscape. Learn practical, intentional strategies to help your family reclaim their time and use technology as a tool, not a distraction. Tune in to transform screen time into a thoughtful practice.

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Get ready to laugh! This week, we throw out the history books and go straight to the source of Rollins Elementary School of Innovation kindergarteners to ask them the “insightful” questions about Thanksgiving. Expect priceless commentary on gravy, fashion and the emotional lives of turkeys. We promise to find out exactly why we eat this holiday, and their answers are guaranteed to be perfectly hilarious.

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This week, we celebrate Don Tyson School of Innovation English teacher Autumn Doss, who was selected by PBS to join an elite group of only twelve teachers across the country. Her mission? To develop comprehensive educational resources to accompany Ken Burns' new 12-hour, six-part documentary series, “The American Revolution,” which premieres on PBS Nov. 16. Join us as Autumn shares the details of this historic collaboration, how she approached creating curriculum for a national audience and what this opportunity means for her students and the teaching of American history.

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Veterans Marine Corps 1st Lt. Dirk Bisby, Retired Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Eric Smith, Army National Guard First Sgt. Paul Hardin and Army Spc. Mary Jordan share their military history and some good-natured camaraderie in this special Veterans Day episode of Springdale Today. 

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The Crystal Bridges School Partnership Program is expected to more than 10,000 students, enhancing wellbeing and advocacy for the arts during a critical time for development. The multi-year partnership will culminate with a public art project by students and teachers, framed around the question: How can we bring American stories to life in our community? Featuring Crystal Bridges Senior Director of Learning Michelle Flournoy and Sonora Middle School Teachers Jodi Morrison, Maria Micozzi and Brittni Gunn.

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School Resource Officer Travis Beyer and ninth graders Evanna Wilson and Asher Copeland share their experiences with the Junior School Resource Officer Program at Central Junior High School. Together, they talk about what the program means to students, how it builds positive connections and the impact it has on school safety and community.

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Springdale Today records live from the heart of the Ozark Media Arts Festival at The Medium, where over 600 talented multimedia students gathered for the biggest event of its kind in the Midwest. Our unique panel brought together Festival Director Leah Garrett, Walmart AI Product Leader Akanksha Shrivastava, and Har-Ber High student Elia Schell. They discussed the crucial connections between creative education and corporate innovation, the hands-on energy of student production and the evolving role of emerging technology in launching a successful creative career.