Arkansas' Summer EBT program is back!
The Summer EBT program provides grocery benefits to families with school-aged children in our community. Last year alone, Summer EBT helped 336.000 kids in Arkansas get the healthy food that they usually enjoy while they're in school! However, a lot of families still don't know that they are eligible for this support, which is why we are helping get the word out!
How does Summer EBT work?
Summer EBT is for school-aged children in households participating in SNAP, TEA, Medicaid Free or
Medicaid Reduced, or for children attending a school that offers USDA National School Lunch or School
Breakfast Program, and whose household income meets the requirements for free or reduced-price
school meals.
Families receive $120 per eligible school-aged child for groceries, and the benefit is delivered on a new or
existing Summer EBT card. If they received Summer EBT last year, the benefits will be loaded on the
same card–so families should make sure they still have their card handy!
Most eligible families will be automatically enrolled, but some will need to apply.
Families can check here if they need to apply, or if they should receive Summer EBT automatically:
ar.gov/SummerEBT
If your school is part of CEP or Provision 2, like Shirley Schools is, you will need to apply for Summer EBT unless you are receiving SNAP, TEA, Medicaid Free, or Medicaid Reduced assistance. If you are a Shirley parent and need help determining this status, please reach out to Mrs. Angie at 501-518-2223 or shoot her a quick email at angie.williams@shirley.k12.ar.us.
The Summer EBT program provides grocery benefits to families with school-aged children in our community. Last year alone, Summer EBT helped 336.000 kids in Arkansas get the healthy food that they usually enjoy while they're in school! However, a lot of families still don't know that they are eligible for this support, which is why we are helping get the word out!
How does Summer EBT work?
Summer EBT is for school-aged children in households participating in SNAP, TEA, Medicaid Free or
Medicaid Reduced, or for children attending a school that offers USDA National School Lunch or School
Breakfast Program, and whose household income meets the requirements for free or reduced-price
school meals.
Families receive $120 per eligible school-aged child for groceries, and the benefit is delivered on a new or
existing Summer EBT card. If they received Summer EBT last year, the benefits will be loaded on the
same card–so families should make sure they still have their card handy!
Most eligible families will be automatically enrolled, but some will need to apply.
Families can check here if they need to apply, or if they should receive Summer EBT automatically:
ar.gov/SummerEBT
If your school is part of CEP or Provision 2, like Shirley Schools is, you will need to apply for Summer EBT unless you are receiving SNAP, TEA, Medicaid Free, or Medicaid Reduced assistance. If you are a Shirley parent and need help determining this status, please reach out to Mrs. Angie at 501-518-2223 or shoot her a quick email at angie.williams@shirley.k12.ar.us.
ATTENTION: The Class of 2026 college and career signing day will be held in the auditorium on April 23rd at 11.
A huge thank you to the Fairfield Bay American Legion post 333 for generously covering the fees for students, Tristan Henderson and Katie Mendieta to attend Girls and Boys State 2026. Your support provides an incredible opportunity for these young leaders to learn about government, develop leadership skills, and represent our school with pride.
Ninth and tenth grade had an incredible opportunity attending Build My Future at the Conway Expo Center yesterday where learning went beyond the classroom. These students learned about various careers in the construction industry by engaging in hands-on activities with over 50 companies. Students made connections and experienced real- world skills during this time.
Don't forget! Tuesday, April 7 is Muffins with Mom!
What a great way to end the week before spring break – kickball testing reward for grade 7-10! These students met the growth goal for two out of the four tested areas. Congratulations to all of you!
CALLING ALL MOMS!!! Join your kiddo for Muffins with Moms on April 7th. We will start serving at 7:15 am. All students eat free, and all visitor trays are $3.00.
After breakfast, take a trip up to the elementary for the Spring Book Fair! Be sure to go by the office for a visitor's pass.
After breakfast, take a trip up to the elementary for the Spring Book Fair! Be sure to go by the office for a visitor's pass.
The annual Career Fair at Shirley High School was held Wednesday. Students from 7th-12th grade had the opportunity to learn about a variety of careers from around the area. Some students even applied for employment on the spot. Thank you to all the vendors for participating. Another thank you goes to the Shirley cafeteria staff for contributing treats for the hospitality room.
A big thank you to Heath Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Myers for opening up the concession stand for the students as well as providing free popcorn. You helped make their day perfect!
Grades 3-6 students who met our growth goals for the winter interim were treated to a kickball tournament at the baseball field today. It was a beautiful day for it! Thanks to our wonderful cafeteria ladies who provided chocolate chip cookies and watermelon. We would also like to thank Cash Savers in Clinton for providing bottled water for the students.
Today we celebrated the hard work of our kindergarten through second grade students on their middle of the year ATLAS assessment. Thanks to Mrs. Starla Mackey for providing snow cones and to Mrs. Angie Williams and the Shirley School cafeteria ladies for providing cookies for all of the kids.
The 2026-2027 School Calendar was approved at last night's board meeting.
Kindergarten class and Coach Ward showing off their St Patrick's day attire.
Here's the right one!!! If you can't tell, Mrs. Angie is ready for Spring Break. :)
WELCOME BACK!!! We hope you had an amazing Spring Break!
ATTENTION PARENTS OF ACES STUDENTS!! I want to take a moment to thank each of you for allowing us the opportunity to hang out with your kids on Mondays and work with them on more than just schoolwork. This year, we have been putting more focus on taking responsibility, teamwork, and social skills, as well as academics. We have a lot of fun! The students don't always realize they are learning something, which makes for an even better day!
If you will, please click the link below and take the quick survey for me. It won't take long.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AR_Family_2026
Be on the lookout for information about potential parental involvement opportunities with the ACES program as we slowly incorporate more into our program. Also, if there are parents and/or students out there who are interested in participating in the ACES program, please feel free to reach out to me at 501-518-2223 or email angie..williams@shirley.k12.ar.us.
Thanks again,
Mrs. Angie Williams
21st CCLC Program Director
If you will, please click the link below and take the quick survey for me. It won't take long.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AR_Family_2026
Be on the lookout for information about potential parental involvement opportunities with the ACES program as we slowly incorporate more into our program. Also, if there are parents and/or students out there who are interested in participating in the ACES program, please feel free to reach out to me at 501-518-2223 or email angie..williams@shirley.k12.ar.us.
Thanks again,
Mrs. Angie Williams
21st CCLC Program Director
The Juniors got the opportunity to attend an ACT Bootcamp on campus yesterday. They learned strategies and techniques to help them on the test. A big thank you to ASTA for presenting to our students and for the donation prize. We appreciate your time and expertise guiding student success at Shirley High School.
Thank you, Ms. Tonya, for setting up this magic show with the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas! The kids LOVED it!!
Week 27 is here!
The 11th and 12th grade got the opportunity to tour both campuses at Northark. These students learned information about several programs that this college offers. The programs include: Automotive Technology, Construction Technology, Welding, HVAC, Collision Repair, Outdoor Power Equipment, Nursing, Radiology Technology, Surgical Technology, Phlebotomy and EMT. During the visit, students also participated in a few Work Based Learning experiences through the availability of lab mannequins in the nursing department as well as the EMT department.
