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 >

Online and In-Person Kindergarten Registration opens on February 22 Online Registration: Please go to (https://registration.fayar.net/login) to register your child. Please have the following items ready to upload: Proof of address (current lease agreement or current utility bill dated within last 30 days) Birth certificate or passport Immunization records... 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 >

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 >

Book Fair is Coming! October 26th-30th Book fair week will look different but we will still have the same, amazing items! We encourage students to bring money during their library encore day. They will also have a chance to shop during the week as well. We will not be able to have parents visit or a visitor lunch day. FRIDAY WILL BE BOOK CHARACTER DRESS UP... 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 >

We are so excited to have students back in the building. Clink the link below to see our re-opening plan.https://docs.google.com/docume... 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 >

Butterfield Trail Elementary Supply List for 2020-2021Supply List for Kindergarten - 4th Grade. 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 >

2020-21 ONLINE KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION is Now OPEN! Register Online from Your Laptop or Your Phone!Spanish Version If you have applied for School Choice to attend Fayetteville Public Schools, PLEASE DO NOT COMPLETE KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION at this time. STEPS FOR ONLINE KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: 1. You will click START to begin... 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 >

School Bus Delivery Locations for Student MealsFayetteville Public Schools buses will deliver lunches to students age 18 and younger on March 17 through March 20 at the following times and locations. NOTE: the student must be present to receive a lunch meal. West Route - Bus 9211:00 Holcomb Elementary - 2900 North Salem Road11:20 Holt Middle School - 2365 North... READ MORE >

FPS Meals and Health Services AvailableHealth ServicesThe Wellness Clinic at Owl Creek will remain open during the school closure. Meals for ChildrenWhile our schools are closed for at-home instruction, Fayetteville Public Schools will provide meal options for children beginning Monday, March 16. Meals and pre-packaged food items are available for children 18... 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 >

Butterfield - 2nd grade musical that was scheduled for this Thursday is cancelled. 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 >

TONIGHT is the night!! School dance 6-7:30 pm!! Blowout SALE of remaining t-shirts and sweatshirts will be available at the dance! T-shirts $5 Sweatshirts & Hoodies $10. READ MORE >

2020-21 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION DAYS ALL Kindergarten Registration will be held at the FPS Central Registration Office at: 300 South Ray Avenue7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 1 - Vandergriff & Washington ElementaryApril 2 - Happy Hollow & Root ElementaryApril 3 - Holcomb & Leverett ElementaryApril 6 - Owl Creek & Asbell ElementaryApril 7 - Butterfield Trail... READ MORE >

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR! February 24-February 28 Dress up Day - Wednesday the 26th-Jungle/Safari GRANDPARENT LUNCH-Thursday, February 27th 10:40 Pre k eat in classroom 10:40- K—see below** 11:15—1st grade in cafeteria 11:35—2nd grade; cafeteria/classroom 12:00—4th grade; cafeteria/classroom 12:10—3rd grade; eat in... READ MORE >

No school for Presidents Day on February 17th, 2020. READ MORE >

Butterfield Spring Picture Day will be February 14th. 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 >

Winter Break is December 23rd - January 8th, classes will resume Thursday, January 9th. 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 >

Sweatshirt & Hoodie & Long Sleeve Shirt Order Deadline is EXTENDED!!! NEW DEADLINE, Wednesday, December 4 at 11:59 pm. Don’t delay, order today!!! Same cute design as the t-shirts and perfect for this cold weather. Shirts will be sent home before the winter break.Click to orderhttps://www.b-unlimited.com/collections/butterfield-elementary-school READ MORE >

Each week 3rd and 4th grade students look forward to visiting their elderly friends at the Fayetteville Health and Rehab located next door to Butterfield. Mrs. Betty Metcalf, a Butterfield staff member, works closely with the Activity Director at FHR to plan activities that bring our students and FHR residents together, establishing sweet and lasting... 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 >

Book Fair October 21-25 Paperback books $2.00 Hardback books $3.00 CASH ONLY NO TAX!!!!!!! Open daily, 7:45 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday 7:45 AM-6:00 PM These books are gently used books that are priced to sell! Come by Friday after your child’s conference! Thank you for supporting our book fair! Proceeds help Butterfield Library build a... 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 >

🍦 Spirit Day Tomorrow the 15th at Shake’s from 11 am - 11 pm!! 🍦All proceeds from spirit nights fund teacher grants which benefit our students! ❤️💛 READ MORE >

Picture day will be Tuesday, October 15th. READ MORE >

The Back to School DanceWhen? Friday, October 4th 6:00-7:30 Where? Butterfield Cafeteria, enter at the back of the school Theme? Hollywood Style, dress as your favorite movie character Cost? Party Pack for $10: includes dance, pizza, cookie, PLUS student eligible for prizes given away at the dance! OR $5 entry to dance, $2 pizza, $1 water, $1 cookie for... READ MORE >

**KINDERGARTEN PARENTS** Join us in the Cafeteria on Tuesday, August 13th after you drop your student off in their classroom, from 7:45-8:15 for our Boo Hoo/Woo Hoo Breakfast! 🎉Meet other Kindergarten parents and celebrate your student’s first day at Butterfield! ❤️ READ MORE >

‼️Back to School - Mark your calendars‼️💥 BACK TO SCHOOL BASH 💥Friday, August 9th - 5-6pmMeet your teacher, find your classroom, bring school supplies, buy school shirts, make meal deposits, get bus route info.... AND get snow cones from the KONA Ice truck!📚CURRICULUM NIGHT 📚→Kindergarten - Thursday August 8th at 6:30pm←1st & 2nd Grade - Monday, August 19th at... READ MORE >

2019 SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM JUNE 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 – Friday MOBILE SITES: NEW!... READ MORE >

All Fayetteville Public Schools are now Mobile! Download the app and have access to all events from each school. READ MORE >

The Fayetteville Public Library has lots of programs this summer. Take a look!Fayetteville Public Library also has Summer Reading Programs for all ages. READ MORE >

Check out these Summer Safety Tips. READ MORE >

Having trouble finding things to do? Here is a "Top 10 Summer Learning Tips". READ MORE >

The Butterfield Bronco Fun Run is COMING SOON!!! 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏽‍♂️Pledging opens April 23rd, the Pep Rally is April 30th and our Fun Run will be held May 9th!! Our goal is to raise $20,000! During the past 4 Fun Runs we have raised over $80,000 for a new playground, a climbing wall, an outdoor classroom, chromebooks, a sports field, iPads and more!!! We hope you will help... READ MORE >

Join us at our open house on Sunday, April 28th, 2019 2 - 4pm. Refreshments, live music by Jed Clampit, and school tours will be provided. Everyone is welcome! Past and present students, faculty, and staff! BLAZING TRAILS since 1968! READ MORE >

"The annual Cow Paddy Run is Saturday, April 13 at 5:00 pm at Gulley Park. The race was started by Fayetteville students like you to make fitness fun! The elementary and middle schools with the most participants win cash prizes to support physical education – our school could win as much as $2,500 if we show up big on race day. Costume contests, age-group awards,... READ MORE >

Spring Break is March 18th - 22nd!Enjoy your week! READ MORE >

The 2nd grade musical performance will be on March 7th, at 7:00 pm in the cafeteria.Mrs. Whittle and the 2nd graders have been working hard. READ MORE >

March's Harvest of the Month is brilliant BROCCOLI!This month, students and staff will sample Bang Bang Broccoli. Its a roasted broccoli dish with a hint of spice! Broccoli is grown in Arkansas this time of year. Did you know broccoli is a member of the cabbage family? It's name originates from the Italian word "broccoli" meaning "the flowering top of cabbage"?... READ MORE >

Book Fair is almost here! Join us February 25 - March 1, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm 🦕 🦖 Join us on February 27th for our Annual Grandparents’ Lunch! READ MORE >

Come and celebrate our students achievements. This Friday at 8:30! READ MORE >

Spring ELD Showcase and Dinner Exposición de Primavera ELD February 21, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Butterfield Cafeteria21 de febrero de 2019 6:00 PM En la Cafeteriá de Butterfield Emelentary Join us for dinner and a chance to see all that your children have been learning in ELD with Mrs. Ramsey this year. únase con nosotros para una cena y la oportunidad de ver... READ MORE >

Spring pictures are February 14th from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM. READ MORE >

Book Hog reading challenge for the month of February!If students complete 360 minutes and record their time on the calendar, in the month of February, they will get entered into a drawing.Thirty students will get to go on a field trip to Bud Walton for ice cream and athlete autographs. One grand prize winner will get a prize, three tickets to a baseball game, and... READ MORE >

There will be no school on Monday, February 18th, 2019 honoring Presidents' Day. READ MORE >

Class Valentine's day parties will start at 1:45 on Thursday, February 14th. If you have any questions, give us a call or email your child's teacher. READ MORE >

January's Harvest of the Month is the Spectacular SWEET POTATO! This month students and staff will sample Ranchero Roasted Sweet Potatoes seasoned with Tex Mex-style spices. Sweet potatoes for the taste test were grown at Dickey Farms in Tontitown, Arkansas. Did you know: because of their sweet flavor and creamy texture, mashed sweet potatoes can be used instead... READ MORE >

No School Monday! Spirit Day at Altitude from 10 am - 9 pm. Be sure and TELL them you are with Butterfield. 😃 READ MORE >

There is no school on Monday, January 21st 2019. READ MORE >

Bronco Academy Registration!! Clubs are filled on a first come first serve basis, so sign up soon. Paper forms are in Monday folders. 🏃🏽‍♀️🥬🥕🏀🧘🏼‍♀️⛹🏾‍♂️🎨🤸🏽‍♂️🧵🥽✏️ https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSd44mySbK5YlAAYq…/viewform… READ MORE >

Butterfield Winter Break is December 20th through January 7th. Enjoy your break with family and try to stay warm!!! READ MORE >

Butterfield Winter Sing Along/Spirit Assembly is on December 19 from 8:30 to 9:30. READ MORE >

Butterfield's 4th graders are going to get the opportunity to see and talk with Mayor Jordan. He is coming to our school Monday, December 17th from 2:00 to 2:30.Thank you Mayor Jordan for taking time out of your schedule to come and talk with our 4th graders! READ MORE >

Butterfield Winter Parties will be Friday, December 14th from 1:45 to 2:45. Please contact your child's homeroom teacher for more details. READ MORE >

Butterfield Spelling Bee will be Friday, December 14th from 1:45 to 2:45. READ MORE >

Lunch Schedule for Thursday, Nov. 15Please Note change in Times We look forward to having visitors for our Thanksgiving lunch, but feeding the large number of people in a timely manner is always a challenge. This year we are going to adjust our lunch schedule to the following times. 10:40 PreK – Eat in Classroom 10:40 Kindergarten -- eat in cafeteria ... READ MORE >

Hello all! November's Harvest of the Month is the peppy BELL PEPPER! This month, students and staff will sample “Cowboy Caviar” during their lunchtime taste tests. The bell peppers are locally grown by growers at the Fayetteville Farmers Market. Did you know that red, yellow and orange bell peppers are actually just ripe green bell peppers? Also, a red... READ MORE >

Butterfield Trail Elementary is having our Spirit Night this Thursday, November 8th. Treat yourself to delicious pizza from 4:00 - 10:00 at Damgoode Pies on East Center St. in Fayetteville. Don't forget to tell them you are with Butterfield Trail Elementary and we will get 10% of the sales donated!!!!Choose Dine-In, Carry-out, or Delivery!!Order online at... READ MORE >

Register today at the link below! We have 18 clubs this session!! Including new clubs Ninja Warrior, Archery, Robot, Pinterest, Basketball Jr/Sr, Archery and Culture Club! 💪🏽🏹🏀These clubs will fill up fast!! ⚡️If you are paying by PayPal send your payment via PayPal to btebroncoacademy@gmail.com Cash and Check payments should be delivered to the... READ MORE >

October 26th, students and staff will sample "Thai Cucumber Salad" during their lunchtime taste tests. The cucumbers are locally grown by farmers at the Fayetteville Farmers Market. Have you heard the phrase "cool as a cucumber"? Cucumbers can cool the temperature of your blood and reduce swelling when you put them on your skin! If students or staff like the... READ MORE >

October is National Farm to School Month! Come and enjoy a local harvest lunch with your child. Please call the office before Friday to reserve your plate! READ MORE >

Don't miss Butterfield's fun tradition on October 13th from 5 to 7 pm!!!Get your bids ready ... it’s almost time for the Auction at the Fall Carnival! Class Baskets, Grab & Go Gift Cards, Gifts from the Heart from our Butterfield teachers, and larger items too ... there is so much fun to bid on!There will also be a live auction starting at 5:30!!!Come dressed in... READ MORE >

Louie the Lightning Bug is coming to visit our students! October 12th at 9:00, kindergarten through 1st grade will enjoy him. At 9:30, 2nd through 4th grade will get to see him. READ MORE >

Friday the 28th is teacher in service. No school for students! READ MORE >

Did you know September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month? We want to celebrate Butterfield’s own childhood cancer survivors and help bring awareness to the serious need for more childhood cancer research funding! Wear a hat on Thursday the 27th, help us spread awareness, and let’s raise some funds for research! Go Gold in September!#GoGold 💛 READ MORE >

Butterfield Trail Elementary Fall Fundraiser!Packets came home Monday and orders are due Wednesday, the 26th. You can also order online at http://www.mixedbagdesigns.com/butterfield-trail-elementary-pto READ MORE >

It’s BOOK FAIR week!! September 17th-21st Dress up Day - Tuesday the 18th - Magical Theme (unicorns, fairies, magician, etc) 🦄🧚‍♂️ DAD OR BUDDY LUNCH SEPTEMBER 19TH COIN COMPETITION! The winning class of each grade wins an extra recess and the teacher uses the funds to buy books for their classroom library! Monday-Pennies Tuesday-Nickels Wednesday-Dimes... READ MORE >

First of school is Monday, August 13th! Come ready to have a great year! READ MORE >

Download the Fayetteville Public Schools app to stay connected! READ MORE >

Thank you Office Depot for collecting school supplies for our students in need! If you are shopping for school supplies, Office Depot has great prices! Be sure and tell them at check-out that you would like 5% of the sale to go to Butterfield Trail! READ MORE >

Online orders are open now! Follow the link below to order and pay for your Butterfield shirts online! We are excited to offer this online option! Shirts will be delivered to your student’s classroom. Be sure to note your student’s teacher’s name in the notes section.https://www.b-unlimited.com/co... READ MORE >

It’s almost time for our back to school night! You can take care of all your back to school business and have a chance to visit the garden! Snow cones will be available in the garden area for a donation of $1.00, with all proceeds going to our garden project. Hope to see you there! READ MORE >

Click here for the 2018-2019 school supply list.Students can turn in school supplies at the back to school bash on August 10th, the first day of school on August 13th, or during the first week of school. READ MORE >