Pre-K parents: we are ready for you. Lunch is at 10:30. Reservations are required to eat, but visitors are welcome. READ MORE >
Augusta comes to town tonight for basketball. The 7th grade Girls, Jr. Girls, and Sr. Girls will all play tonight starting at 5:00. Come out and support our Lady Pups and Hounds!!!Go Hounds!!! READ MORE >
Two of the biggest things I appreciate about our students is their passion and enthusiasm. They are eager to succeed and driven to make sure that success is lasting. The passion of the Orange and Black runs deep and these young people will enthusiastically uphold and defend the tradition of the Hounds!! #nhsgreyhoundstrong READ MORE >
Our Hungry Hound Cafe' is in full swing and serving staff and groups with their awesome menus. Thank you Mrs. Bradley, Mrs. Erwin, and all of the students in the class that make this special program such a huge success!!!Go Hounds! READ MORE >
Our Greyhounds will start their playoff drive tonight at Legendary Greyhound Stadium. These young me have been striving throughout the season to get to this point and they will need everyone's support to continue on to Little Rock! Stand Greyhound Strong!!!GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
Our Greyhounds and Greypups are off and running in the basketball season. Be sure to come out and support our Hounds that have been working hard to prepare for this season. Go Hounds!! READ MORE >
School will be on a normal schedule. Mr. Heisler and myself have driven the roads and checked bridges, overpasses and back roads this morning and all appear to be clear. Please make sure your children are bundled and wear warm clothes, the wind is extremely cold and we are not expecting a high above 35 today. Buses will run normal routes and if you drive your... READ MORE >
Greyhounds vs. Yellville Summit at Newport.7:00 PM Friday, November 15th , 2019. Tickets can be purchased in the High School Office from Mrs. JoeyHembrey.TICKETS: GENERAL SEATING: $6.00 ALL Adults, Students, AndChildren. (SET BY AAA) STADIUM SEATS: $8.00 (If you purchased season tickets forthe regular season we will hold your seat throughThursday for you to... READ MORE >
Our 7th grade lady greypups came home with 2 great wins Saturday! They won 39-1 against Highland and 19-4 against Southside! Great job ladies!!Go Greypups!!! READ MORE >
One of our Greyhound players went down Friday night at Osceola and the team gathered together to lift him up in prayer! This brotherhood is strong among our players and it is more than just winning or losing games, it is about one another and the bond they build through challenges! Proud to be a Hound!!The young man injured had surgery on Saturday to repair a... READ MORE >
We honor our veterans! Those that came before us laid the foundation we build upon today, those that follow build the foundation of freedom for our future generations!!! Thank you for your service and sacrifices!!! READ MORE >
Newport Special School District wants to thank all of our parents, guardians, and community that are continuously supporting us!! Whether it is additional supplies, books, food, clothing, or whatever need we identify for our students you are always ready to step up!! Supporting our students at events, through fundraisers, and just letting them know how much you... READ MORE >
Hound fans of all ages this is going to be an epic battle tonight against the Osceola Seminoles! This is for the conference championship, state playoff seeding, and bragging rights!! Come out an support our HOUNDS!! The game starts at 7:00 pm in Osceola and I would suggest you get there early if you want a seat. It's going to be a showdown!!GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
The FFA National Convention was held in Indianapolis, Indiana. Not even snow and 19 degree wind chill could ruin this day. Watched the Final Four in Prepared Public Speaking , took in a workshop on developing skills to be an influencer in the community, the Expo and ended the night at a Brett Young concert. READ MORE >
Congrats to Monquell Cox for his milestone of reaching 3,000 career rushing yards as a Greyhound!!! READ MORE >
Congratulations Kaylee! Kaylee will participate in the 14th Annual Queens of the Hardwood, along with other local stand-out athletes this Sunday. She is pictured here with those athletes and alongside her teammates for this event. This is a fundraiser for City Youth Ministries in Jonesboro. READ MORE >
Thank you to Mrs. LaDonna Johnston and Unity Health for speaking to Mrs. Nicholson’s Medical Office Management class about careers available in the heath field. We know our kids learn form those that are doing the job and willing to share their experiences. READ MORE >
Several of our Special Olympic Athletes had the chance to compete today in Searcy for the Bowling competition. They competed against Searcy, Bald Knob, White County Central, and Riverview athletes. Congrats to all of them for their awesome performances!!! READ MORE >
Congratulations to the coloring and poster contest winners for Red Ribbon Week! This event was sponsored by Unity Health. All winners received a $5 sonic gift card. READ MORE >
Tomorrow is the last day to purchase a playoff shirt. You can call the High School office-(870)495-1006 and they are $15 for youth and $20 for adult sizes. READ MORE >
MESSAGE FROM ATHLETIC DIRECTOR RUSSELL LEGGITT... The Osceola School district would like to welcome you to Seminole Stadium for the 3-3A conference championship football game. Both our teams have worked hard all year to have the chance to compete for this Championship. We would like to thank the fans from Newport and hope that you enjoy visit. Osceola's visitor... READ MORE >
It really doesn't take a great deal of effort to be KIND to someone. Be THOUGHTFUL of those around you and what they may be experiencing. A smile might brighten their day and make your's as well. Be GENUINE in all that you do. Treat others as you would have them treat you. Most of all be THANKFUL!! Everyday we determine our path and attitude. Will it be a... READ MORE >
Become a Whippet For A Day if you are in the 1st thru 6th grades. Cost is $10.00. Forms are due by noon on November 8th. The clinic will be November 11th thru 14th from 3:45 to 5:30. You will get to perform at halftime of our first State Playoff game. If you have any questions please contact Coach Aitkens Go Hounds!! READ MORE >
It's almost time for our Lady Greyhound basketball to begin their 2019-2020 season and this year is going to be exceptional. On Monday, November 11th they will play their first game at White County Central at 5:00 pm. Their first home game will be Thursday, November 21st against Augusta starting at 5:00 pm. Let's make sure we let these young ladies know how much... READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS Greypups on another 3A-3 Conference Championship and UNDEFEATED season! Congrats also to our 7TH Grade Greypups sharing a Conference Championship and a great 2019 season also! READ MORE >
It's Friday!!! There is a chill in the air and our Hounds are playing their last regular season game tonight at Legendary Greyhound Stadium. It's SENIOR NIGHT!!! Come out and support our Hounds. They have secured a trip to the state playoffs but these last two games will determine seeding! These young men are working hard to continue their march to Little... READ MORE >
Football playoff t-shirts on sale now. Call the office 870-495-1006 to get yours. YM-YXL $15 and AS-4XL $20. Will sell from now through November 7th at 3pm. Must be paid before order is placed READ MORE >
Happy Halloween from Mrs. Redd’s pre-k class! READ MORE >
NHS Juniors had their ring ceremony this morning. Time is fleeting and the future is bright for these young people.GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
Let's go Pups and finish out strong!!Go Pups!!! READ MORE >
One step at a time, impacting each student along the way, helping them reach their dreams and goals, Being The Difference!!! This is what we do every day and you are Leading The Way!!! GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
Our Lady Greyhounds are headed to the State Playoffs in Paris!! These young ladies have worked hard and come together over the season to earn this right and we are proud of each of you!!!GO LADY HOUNDS!!!! READ MORE >
Fall Hayride Time!!! READ MORE >
Tonight we honor those that have survived, are dealing with, or have lost loved ones to breast cancer. It's PINK OUT night at Legendary Greyhound Stadium. Brave the weather and come out to support our Hounds on their continued drive to War Memorial!!! GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
Lincoln was a wise man but of all of the things he is credited with saying this is probably the most inspiring. Why? Because we all must realize the future is ours to design, develop, and live. The students that walk through our doors everyday are the future of our community, state, and nation. Our responsibility is to help them one day at a time to prepare for... READ MORE >
Take the trip to Corning and support our Pups tonight.Go Pups!!! READ MORE >
Red Ribbon Week is a way to show your support in the fight against the challenges students face throughout their educational career.GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
Our journey is one of knowledge, growth, learning, and commitment. Each of these requires a dedicated focus and desire to achieve. Together we are Greyhound Strong!!! Have an amazing week Greyhounds!!! GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS SEPTEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!!! READ MORE >
Trunk or Treat is coming up and our little ghosts & goblins are in need of candy! All candy can be dropped off at the office or we can pick it up from you. Newport Elementary School Tuesday, October 29th!! READ MORE >
Come out tonight and support the 7th grade Pups and our undefeated Junior Pups!! READ MORE >
Thank you to our School Board and the Community for coming out and supporting our school for our Report to the Public and board meeting last night. We all know we have challenges before us but the true champions are our children that will benefit from all of us working together to BE the Difference for them.Lincoln, Alexander the Great, Churchill, King, and Gandhi... READ MORE >
We will take our education with us the rest of our lives, not just from books, but also from life itself. Having the skills to grow and understand the many challenges we will face throughout our lives is essential in all ways. These are the plans of teachers. To provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to become successful citizens in our community... READ MORE >
Greyhounds know this.... They don't Know the Heart you play with... They don't See the tireless Hours you Dedicate... They don't Understand your Commitment... They don't Feel your restless Spirit... But Tonight They Will Experience It ALL!!! Play Like Champions and BEAT the Hornets!!!! GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
NHS will have school pictures tomorrow 10/10/2019. It is also pink out for grades 7-9. Please have students dress for pics and bring pink out gear. READ MORE >
Good Morning Greyhound Country!!! There is a change in the air, cooler weather, excitement about positive things happening here at the Newport Special School District, our students competing tennis, golf, volleyball, and football, great community support, and a new direction!! All of this is possible because of the dedicated educators and staff we have in each of... READ MORE >
Sr. #61 Gideon Ball the 2019 Bill Keedy Award Winner!!! READ MORE >
Congratulations to the NHS Tennis Team!!! Malachi Gates placed 3rd in the district tournament which advances him to the state tournament!! All district tennis singles is Malachi Gates All District Doubles is Jalen and Jaren Frazier Dylan Braxton, Olivia Hatfield, Anna Jackson and all the greyhounds played great!!! Proud of the tennis team!! Way to go! READ MORE >
Greyhound fans it's Homecoming!! Come out tonight to Legendary Greyhound Field and support our Hounds as they take on the Hoxie Mustangs!! This is a big game towards that march to War Memorial and it will take everyone of us cheering them on to get there!!Once A Hound Always A Hound!!!GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
The Hounds are enjoying some of that good old Yarnell’s ice cream! READ MORE >
We do it right here at Newport Special School District!!Go Hounds!!!! READ MORE >
Newport seniors attended “A Day In the Life” at UAMS Northeast to learn about different medical careers. The toured the hospital visiting Radiology, ER, Pathology Lab, and OB. Listened to several speakers from various careers and participated in hands on activities. It was a great day! READ MORE >
My class is putting the “I” in KIND #NES#wearefamily READ MORE >
Newport Career Coach Ashton Madden and several Newport students attended Manufacturing Day and according to Ms. Madden, "These kids were awesome". Students were able to uncover careers they knew nothing about before today!! Every Day is a GREAT day to be a HOUND!!! READ MORE >
Mismatch Tuesday! Another fun and engaging day in the Newport Special School District!!! READ MORE >
What an absolutely fun night at the NHS block party! We had roughly 300 students and when I tell you we partied... we partied hard! Thank you to all the volunteers for helping, the community members and parents who helped to ensure these kiddos were fed well, and to the amazing teachers that came to help and support their class. We are great but it is only because... READ MORE >
America was the theme for Monday. Student participation was awesome!!Greyhound Spirit shinning through!GO HOUNDS!!! READ MORE >
Here in the Newport Special School District we understand that the road of education starts in the classroom. We also know students learn outside of the classroom and experience life in many different ways. Whether it is a club or organization, working in the community, volunteering, having a job, athletics, or taking care of siblings, our students are very busy... READ MORE >
Way to go!!! Three County Fair FFA Day. Congratulations Cody Hembrey-2nd place tractor driving, Kailey Kunkel-3rd place soil judging Gavin Tarwater-2nd place Seed ID READ MORE >
Thank you to the City of Newport and the Newport Special School District for the renovation of our high school baseball field. We would also like to thank Moving Jackson County Forward for purchasing the sod for the infield. Go Hounds!! READ MORE >
Congratulations to Cayden Johnson on being named Help Team Player of the Week and to Jadarius Reed for Player of the Game. We would also like to congratulate our Homecoming Queen Ashanti Aschittino. READ MORE >
It's another great week to be a Hound!! This is going to be a week filled with excitement and events. This is Homecoming Week and Hoxie is coming to town!! Please come out and support our Hounds in all they do!!Go Hounds!! READ MORE >
This has been an awesome week for growth in Greyhound Country. The dedication of our teachers, the commitment of our support staff, the guidance of our administrators, and the enthusiasm of our students is unmatched!! We continue to strive for excellence and to provide our students the education they deserve. We are given the opportunity everyday to change the... READ MORE >
NHS wants to Congratulate our August Students of the month. READ MORE >
The opportunities continue to grow for the Newport Special School District and we are thankful for them. Our students continue to strive for excellence and our educators continue to Lead The Way!! The intervention program for our elementary students is underway and we continue to make adjustments to fill the gaps that may be present for our students.At the Junior... READ MORE >
We sometimes are too quick to judge or to accept where we are. To climb the mountain before us we have to continue to work together, grow together, and believe together! Each step we take gets us a little closer to the next goal. Thank you to all of the students, parents, teachers and support staff for your continued vision to Lead The Way!!Go Hounds!!! READ MORE >
It is hard to believe we are starting our fifth week of this school year. So many exciting things have already taken place and so many more are still to come. Our students continue to grow and inspire those that work with the every day. As educators we know it is a two way street we travel and we understand the challenges our students face. The team I am... READ MORE >
What an exciting time to be a student at Newport Special School District!!! Our students make the difference and our educators understand the challenges these young people are facing everyday. Together with parents and community support we are working to impact their future and their lives. Together we can BE the difference!!!Community Strong - Parent Strong -... READ MORE >
Our Hounds are active all over the place today with golf competing in preparation for the district tournament. These young people have been working extremely hard on their skills and scores and have made great strides.Go Hounds!!!! READ MORE >
Come out and start the afternoon supporting our Volleyball teams and then ease over to the Legendary Greyhound Stadium and support our Greypup Football team. A full evening of adventure!!!Go Greypups!!!! READ MORE >
Come out and support our Hounds this Friday Night and honor those that protect and serve!!! This Friday night is Hero Appreciation Night when we will honor those that keep us safe everyday and night.Taking into consideration it is 9/11 week, National Suicide Awareness Week, and Hero Night we will have a couple of added measures of security with additional officers... READ MORE >
Another outstanding day here in the Newport Special School District. Thank you to our amazing students that are striving everyday to grow and learn! Thank you to all of our educators, support staff, and administrators that give everything they have everyday!!! We continue to Lead The Way and work to BE the Difference!!Go Hounds!!!! READ MORE >
Come out and support our HOUNDS!!!! READ MORE >
It's the start of another great week here at the Newport Special School District. Lots of exciting things taking place in our district and around the country. This week we remember the tragedy that took place 18 years ago on 9/11. We are all thankful for those that protect and serve us every day! We will be honoring those brave men and women this Friday night at... READ MORE >
Legendary Greyhound Field will be ablaze tonight with action. Our Greyhounds will take the field against the Pottsville Apaches tonight to begin their 2019 drive for a trip to War Memorial Stadium. These young men and coaches have put in the sweat, blood, and maybe some tears in brutal heat to prepare for this opening so please come out and show your support for... READ MORE >
Way to go to the Newport Greypups for their impressive victory last night over the Marianna Lee Jr. Trojans 49-0!!! These young men have worked very hard over the summer and it shows. Thanks to the coaches, managers, and fans for all you do!!! READ MORE >
Our Junior High Greypups will travel to Marianna tonight for their first regular season game of the year. Come out and cheer them on to a victory!!!! The game starts at 7:00 pm at 523 N Forest Avenue, Marianna, AR READ MORE >
Come out and support our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade teams this Saturday at Legendary Greyhound Field starting at 10:00 am. READ MORE >
Earlier today the Newport Special School District was on a precautionary lockdown. We will always take action to protect our students and staff. Our hope is to be prepared and proactive. It was a successful lockdown and with communication going out from the school to inform parents when it happened and when it was declared clear. We appreciate parents not... READ MORE >
Welcome back from the extended Labor Day weekend and I hope everyone is rested and ready to it the ground running. Speaking of hitting the ground running we will be honoring our current and past teachers this Friday night at halftime for our teacher appreciation event. Thank you to all of our students, parents, and community for your support of our district and... READ MORE >
Thank you to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Newport Police Department, and NSSD SRO Donnie Schultz for your presence on both of our campuses and making sure our students and staff are protected. Your increased presence this week has not gone unnoticed and the kids have learned a lot about what you do and who you all are.On behalf of our school district and... READ MORE >
Here's a shout out to the Pup Cheer Squad for their energy and inspiration for our teams!!!!Way to go ladies and keep the spirit alive!!!!Go Pups!!!! READ MORE >
If you didn't make it out to the games last night you missed out on some Pups and Hounds showing Cedar Ridge some speed and talent. Way to go to all three teams last night and to the coaches for your dedicated efforts on and off the field!!Go Pups......Go Hounds!!!! READ MORE >
I saw this and thought it would be a good message to share. Talk to educators today and they will tell you this is a true statement from year one throughout their careers. Ask students and they too will say the older you get the harder the work. Every student, teacher, support staff member, and administrator knows in order to grow and to succeed you have to push... READ MORE >
We are starting week three and you can see the change from week one with kids getting back in the grove of being on campus. Everyone is starting to settle in and get back into the habit of listening, communicating, and being engaged in their own education. Education is such a journey you will take all of your life and there will be challenges but it is how we... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Newport Special School District, the Newport Police Department and the Jackson County Sheriff's Office work together on a daily basis to keep our students and staff safe. The Little Rock FBI office received a report indicating a school shooting may occur in Kentucky and Arkansas during the upcoming week. The reporting party lives in another... READ MORE >
This was another great week of learning here in the Newport Special School District. Witnessing dedicated and committed educators working to help mold the minds of young people and those same young people engaged in that learning process is uplifting and inspiring. Thank you to all of the parents, students, teachers, support staff, and administrators for Leading... READ MORE >
Way to go to the Newport Special School District Adult Quiz Bowl participants for bringing home hardware last weekend and for supporting our school!!! A big thank you to Ginger Willis, Dale Teague, Mike Steele, and Tyler Voegele!Also a big thank you to Grover Welch and Sheridan Chadwell in moderating all morning!Go Hounds!!!! READ MORE >
Please follow our Greyhounds down to Maumelle for their scrimmage game tonight with Jacksonville and Maumelle, game starts at 6:00. If you like explosive football then you don't want to miss a single down. Go Hounds!!! READ MORE >
Way to go to our Greypups for their showing last night against GCT with a 20-3 win!! It is going to be another exciting season of Greypup football!!! READ MORE >
Everyday is a GREAT day to be a Greyhound!!! I had the pleasure of spending the morning at the elementary in some classrooms and and visiting with several staff members. I started in Preschool and was impressed with the students listening during reading, sharing with one another during stations, and talking about the things they love. I witnessed in the first... READ MORE >
Today holds great promise for the growth and development of our students and staff. We are off to an awesome start to the 2019-2020 school year in the Newport Special School District and our future is bright. Students are engaged, teachers are excited, and our community is behind us all the way. It's not just the effort you put in, it's the growth and knowledge... READ MORE >
I had the honor of visiting some of our elementary classrooms this morning and every class I saw was engaged and learning. Teachers were working to provide even better resources for their students and objectives were posted on the board so each student or anyone entering the room could identify what was being taught. Way to go!!!What an awesome feeling of energy... READ MORE >
Just like these young Greyhounds our Hounds are looking to the future. The greatest students in the world pass through our doors everyday and are greeted by professional educators eager to engage their minds to achieve that future. Everyday is a great day to be a Greyhound!!! "The... READ MORE >
Once A Hound, Always A Hound!! READ MORE >
As week two of our year begins I can't help but reflect back on week one and the excitement witnessed across our district. It is always a great time when students return from the summer break and we are able to reconnect with them in the halls and classrooms.Week two will bring even greater excitement with schedule changes being completed, everyone knowing where... READ MORE >
Come out tonight to see our new mascot and learn all about this interesting Hound!!! READ MORE >
The Whippets, Cheerleaders, and Hounds Football players welcomed our elementary students this morning! Showing off that Hound Pride to our future Hounds!!! Thank you to all of these outstanding young people! READ MORE >
It is time to come out and meet the Hounds tonight. George Kell Motors Chevy Youth Sports Test Drive Event and City Wide Pep Rally will be Friday, August 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. located at the Newport High School Field parking lot. Just look for the Chevy tent! Everyone come out and support your Newport Greyhounds. Come out and show your support for the... READ MORE >
Way to go to the Greyhound golf team for winning their first competition!! They defeated Walnut Ridge and Tuckerman!! Go Hounds!!!!! READ MORE >
The first step of our journey through the 2019-2020 Newport school year is coming to the end of our first week with students. We will face many challenges and experience many triumphs and for those days that we are not as victorious let us remember our journey will take many steps and together, united we shall strive for excellence to BE the difference and Lead The... READ MORE >
The morning kicked off with an outpouring of enthusiasm from community members and staff at the Newport Elementary "Red Carpet Welcome". Students and parents were greeted by applause and high fives as they entered school for the first day. At Newport High School students filled the halls with anticipation and excitement as the new year began. Seniors were ready... READ MORE >
The Joe and Helen Harris Foundation is happy to donate to the School Supply Drive at Newport Schools. Good luck to all of the teachers and students beginning today!! READ MORE >
Today was an exceptional day and the turnout for the NHS Open House was great. It was inspiring to see the excitement on students and parents faces as they picked up schedules and had the chance to meet some of their teachers before tomorrow. A big thank you to Dillinger Funeral Home for feeding our staff this evening!!! This is going to be an epic year for our... READ MORE >
Today is going to be an excellent day for our school in preparation for the return of our students in the morning. Please remember the NHS Open House tonight beginning at 4:00 and wrapping up at 6:00! What an amazing blessing this past Saturday when pastors from several churches, parents, grandparents, community members, students and educators came out to bless... READ MORE >
What an amazing week and what a showing of support by our community partners!!! On behalf of the entire staff thank you all for making the start to our school year a wonderful success!!! We have eaten some awesome food and had partners providing drawings and t-shirts all week!! We are truly blessed!!!A special thank you to Julie Allen for helping make all of... READ MORE >
The excitement and enthusiasm continues to grow for the upcoming return of our students! It was another day filled with learning for our staff. We had CPR training, mental health insight, drilling down further in our data, and preparing for an amazing Open House at the elementary.We would like to say thank you to First Community Bank and John 3:16 for another... READ MORE >
The Newport Special School District will hold a special board meeting tonight at 6:15 pm in the boardroom. This meeting is to complete hiring for the 2019-2020 school year. READ MORE >
Today was another great day to be a Hound!!! We are thankful and appreciate the outpouring of support from our community partners and their willingness to help us Lead The Way!!Breakfast was provided by the ladies of John 3:17 Ministry at both of our campuses.Lunch was a big hit today as well being provided by George Kell Motors.Our afternoon snack came to us by... READ MORE >
Day two of our teacher in-service was another success for the Newport Special School District. Thank you to our community partners iCareRX Pharmacy for breakfast, Subway for our lunch, Unity Health Harris Medical Center for providing drinks, and Eddington Construction for the afternoon snack break. Our entire district is abuzz with excitement, passion, and focus.... READ MORE >
Newport High School is proud to be recognized as a Heart Safe School by Arkansas Children’s Hospital! READ MORE >
One word to describe the return of teachers and staff today...AMAZING!!! It was an exciting day of meeting and eating for our entire staff as we kicked-off the start of our professional development week with an outstanding breakfast furnished by Jackson Funeral Home. We followed that up with three hours of professional development including reports from the ADE... READ MORE >
The Newport Special School District held a special board meeting today to discuss revisions to the dress code policies for the district. The following dress code changes were passed unanimously by the board for the entire district:Sweat pants and athletic wear are now permitted to be worn. (District wide)All form fitting clothing such as leggings, jeggings,... READ MORE >
The Newport Special School District will hold a special board meeting to review Policy 4.25 Student Dress Code 7-12 at 1:30 today, Friday, August 2, 2019 in the boardroom located in the administration building. READ MORE >
Supply list For NHS7th GradeMs. Hale (Literacy): A composition notebook, a half inch binder, $5 for field trip and sticky notes. Mr. Brock (math): 2 notebooks, a pocket folder, and graph paper.Coach Doyle (History): 1 composition notebook, 1 folder with pockets, and a 10 pack of pencils (must have).Coach McGee (Science): A composition notebook, half inch binder,... READ MORE >
The school faculty and administration of this community would like to request the presence of the local clergymen and community at the Time for Prayer event at Newport Elementary and Newport High School on August 10, 2019. The prayer times will be at NES at 9:00 a.m. and NHS at 9:30 a.m. Our purpose is to have the clergymen partner up with our school and community... READ MORE >
We would like to welcome our newest Greyhounds to our team here at Newport Special School District. Our new educators will be going through their orientation Thursday, August 1st and Friday, August 2nd. We are excited each of you have made the decision to 'Continue the Tradition" here in Newport and join our team to educate the future of our community, state, and... READ MORE >
Please join us for our Open House events! The Newport Elementary will hold their's on Thursday, August 8th from 4:30 pm until 6:00 pm. The Newport High School will have their's on Monday, August 12th from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm. READ MORE >
Thank you goes out to the Ag For Autism organization for the grant they provided to the Newport Special School District and thank you to Dr. Lynn Cooper for working with them to make the grant happen. READ MORE >
In just 21 days we will have the pleasure of seeing our young people return to the halls and campuses of the Newport Special School District. Thank you to the custodial and maintenance crews for their tireless efforts to get our facilities ready for the new year. A big shout out to our educators and support staff that have put in countless hours over the summer... READ MORE >
Unity Health, along with sharing and caring sponsors, is holding "A Day of Caring" on July 27th from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm at the Ganus Activities Complex on the Harding University campus in Searcy. This event includes FREE medical exams, dental screenings, eye screenings, a food bank, school supplies, kid's underwear, kid's socks, kid's shoes, hair cuts, and... READ MORE >
Booster Blitz will be held Friday, July 19th from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm at the Village Mall.Come out and support your Hounds!!!! READ MORE >
The Lil Hounds Football Camp will be next week Tuesday, July 16th through Thursday, July 18th at Greyhound Stadium from 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm. Forms can be found on newportschools.org. READ MORE >
From Pre K Director, Mrs. Ami Driver: We are so happy to announce that Imagination Library has come to Jackson County. Thanks to people in our community, Newport Preschool students will each receive one high-quality, age-appropriate book in the mail each month. Arkansas Imagination Library is a state-wide partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.... READ MORE >
These girls are fantastic! They have had a great few days at camp. They worked hard learning several new routines, earning several superior ribbons and two All Americans. These smiles are contagious and you will love watching them get their groove on this year. Great job ladies!!!! READ MORE >
Our maintenance and custodial crews have been working hard again this summer helping to make our facilities shine! Every piece of the puzzle must come together to make a masterpiece. Thank you all for your dedication and commitment to our students, staff and school district!!! READ MORE >
I heard this the first time I stepped on campus and it rings true. My family and I have been welcomed with open arms and are now officially Hounds!!! As we begin this new chapter in our lives as Hounds I want the Greyhound Nation to know the future is bright and we are preparing for the kickoff to a new school year that starts in 26 days, August 13th!! There are... READ MORE >
