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October 29, 2019
The Root Elementary School book fair will be starting November 1st and running through November 8th. For additional information and to visit the New Online Shopping Experience ple...
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October 24, 2019
FPS Orchestra Program Presents Monster Mash 2019 Wednesday, October 31 at 6:30 pm in the Fayetteville High School Performing Arts Center Free Admission & Trick or Treating after t...
![Cheri Desoto, winner of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, poses with some of her students.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/fayetteville_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_a9e19b4f-03bc-403c-a451-f8c365d280b3.jpg)
October 23, 2019
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 ...
![Fayetteville School Board invites all PTA and PTO members and FPS parents to a formal Strategic Plan presentation on Monday, October 21 at the FHS Performing Arts Center at 6:00 pm](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/fayetteville_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_3aaef03e-d678-4a72-ab49-5fc61960094e.jpg)
October 16, 2019
Inviting all PTA and PTO members and Fayetteville Public School parents:
Fayetteville Board of Education members will present the Fayetteville Public Schools Strategic Plan.
M...
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October 15, 2019
Friday October 18th is the 9th Annual Local Harvest Lunch! FPS Child Nutrition invites you to join students for a locally-sourced lunch made with ingredients from farms & small b...
![Kindness and Inclusion Report ~ October](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/fayetteville_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_3643ba14-1970-4e00-a6e6-bf3922a2e575.jpg)
October 9, 2019
Please enjoy the most recent newsletter on Kindness and Inclusion for Root Elementary parents and families. Our character word for the month of October is "Forgiveness", which is ...
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September 24, 2019
University of Arkansas College of Engineering professor Dr. Gary Prinz has partnered with Root Elementary School music teacher Adriane Hapgood to bring to life a STEMusical progra...
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September 23, 2019
Come cheer on your Root Rocket Friday, October 11th as they run!
Root is committed to creating a positive fundraising experience for every student. Our cla...
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September 23, 2019
Our September BLAST Assembly will be this Thursday September 26th at 2:15pm. I think some of the teachers have a surprise for everyone! 5...4...3...2...1...BLAST OFF!!!
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September 10, 2019
Please enjoy the most recent newsletter on Kindness and Inclusion for Root Elementary parents and families. Our character word for the month of September is "Responsibility", whic...
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August 23, 2019
Our school picture day is scheduled for September 16th. Bring your brightest smiles!!!
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August 6, 2019
We are excited to start the 2019-2020 school year at Root Elementary. Please use the link below to find additional information and important upcoming dates.
https://www.smore.c...
May 31, 2019
Here are some great summer learning tips for parents! CLICK HERE TO READ
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May 31, 2019
Anybody can be at risk for a heat-related illness. Follow these summer safety tips, like taking extra breaks and drinking lots of water. Summer safety tips from the NSC
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May 31, 2019
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 Calendar
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May 31, 2019
Download the FPS Mobile App at the App Store or get it on Google Play.
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May 24, 2019
Thank you to these wonderful Root Rockets who have been such an integral part of our school for many years! They will all be turning the page and beginning a new chapter in their ...
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May 6, 2019
The last Harvest of the Month we will celebrate the super sweet STRAWBERRY!
This month, students and staff will sample Strawberry Salsa! Did you know, strawberries are a membe...
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April 15, 2019
Please enjoy the most recent newsletter on Kindness and Inclusion for Root Elementary parents and families. Our character word for the month of April: Respect - to show considerat...