DES wants to give a big shoutout to the PTO for whipping up a lunch so good, it could make a gourmet chef weep with joy!
Teachers grind daily like coffee beans! This week, during Teacher Appreciation Week, we're adding a sprinkle of fun. These teachers just won the inaugural 'intercom bingo' championship! A gigantic shoutout to all the local donors for turning our fun into a fiesta! Mother Daughter Cleaning Services, LLC, Jamie Fannin (catering ), Britni Fannin (Pampered Chef), Sandy Moore, Kim Jarrell, Rusty's Welding Shop, The Tardy Bell
Christian Miller, Magic Travels with Christian, Angelica Kimmel, Vain Beauty, Seely Adcock, Terri Ryan, Nikki Stanford, Aspen Kennedy, Shelley Feemster, Leslie Chandler, Good Vibes Plumbing, Sevier County Baseball, Angie Rettman, The Birdhouse (Sandy Polk), PTO, Rhonda & Co., Farm Credit,
DES would like to thank The Wickes Church of Nazarene, Simple Simons, PTO, and DMESC. We love all the goodies!
School Principals' Day- May 1--Thank you for establishing elevated standards for our students and educators. As principal, you have created an environment that fosters learning and success for both teachers and students. We deeply appreciate your influence on this school; please continue your excellent work.
Our science teachers have been sweating bullets to get the kids ready for the big ATLAS science showdown happening tomorrow, Thursday! Check out these pics of the 5th graders getting their review on. Go teachers! Go students! You can totally crush this! Just one more day of testing! Let’s smash those tests like a piñata! #Leopardpride!
Mrs. Phillips, our school principal, ensures our school is a success by providing her leadership and guidance to support our students, teachers, and staff. Her supporting role significantly influences student learning and the overall atmosphere of the school. She is responsible for managing the entire school, overseeing daily operations, maintaining a safe learning environment, and promoting a positive school culture. Thank you, Mrs. Philllips for all you do for De Queen Elementary School.
More entertaining pictures of our Atlas Spirit week activities...
Isn't it just heart-melting to witness your students channeling their inner superheroes? Joshua Hibbs, Turner Ward, and Sarah Tollett decided to swap their recess fun for a playground cleanup mission. Way to go, team!
Get the band out of the garage and crank up the tunes! Jowell Marrufo just hit a massive milestone in AR—he's racked up over 300, yes you heard it, 300 AR points! Party on, Jowell! #LEOPARDPRIDE
The 5th grade science classes embarked on an epic ATLAS review showdown! Each class had its own mini-challenges to crown a champion team. The top three teams then battled it out in a Jeopardy face-off that was more thrilling than a rollercoaster ride! This was not just a blast, but also a clever way to prep for the state tests looming next week. The victorious squads—the Olympians, the Crash Outs, and the Blue Barbarians—will be rewarded with a pizza party! Best of luck to all our students as they tackle test week!
On April 12, 2025, students at DES were recognized for their dedication and achievements in the 2024 academic year, demonstrating significant progress in their studies. A total of 234 students in the fourth and fifth grades were honored with various awards for meeting or surpassing the state standards in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. We take great pride in all our students and value the growth they have attained.
Some more Atlas Spirit Week celebrations.
It's Atlas Spirit Week, and Thursday is now dubbed "Cap Your Stress! Top It Off with Success" Day! Students flaunted their most outrageous and zany hats, channeling their inner geniuses for those upcoming tests! Go team! And don't forget, Friday is "Rest Before the Test Day"—so relax, throw on those cozy yet stylish and appropriate pajamas, and prepare for a day of lounging before next week's state exams! We can do it!!!! Go DES!!!!!
Our Elementary School Secretary is like a superhero in disguise—she juggles office tasks, wrangles student records, and keeps the communication flowing smoother than a buttered slide! She’s the friendly face at the front office, the master of phone calls, and the wizard of correspondence. Not to mention, she’s the gatekeeper of enrollment and the guardian of attendance records, handling all that top-secret info like a pro. We’re all in awe of her superpowers—our DES students, faculty, and administration salute you, oh mighty Secretary! Thanks for being awesome!
Administrative Professional's Day- April 23 --National Administrative Professionals Day, often referred to as Secretaries Day, celebrates the dedicated individuals who ensure our schools operate seamlessly each day. This special day honors, Ale and Paola, we truly appreciate how you help us stay organized. Thank you!
It's Atlas Spirit Week, and Wednesday is officially known as "We are Toe-tally Ready" Day! Students strutted their wildest and wackiest sock combinations, ready to tackle exams like the brainiacs they are! Go team! And remember, Thursday is "Cap your stress! Top it off with Success Day"—so unleash those (appropriate) zany and beloved caps, folks!
Welcome to Atlas Spirit Week, where Tuesday is officially dubbed "I Will Survive the Test" Day! Students flaunted their best camo outfits, gearing up to conquer exams like the warriors they are! Bravo, team! And don't forget, tomorrow is "Toe-tally Ready" Day—so break out those wacky socks and let your feet do the talking!
Students f the Month for APRIL
For Atlas Spirit Week, today was Monday, also known as "Knock the Top Off the Test" Day! Students strutted their stuff in their favorite sports gear, ready to tackle those exams like champions! Way to go guys! Tomorrow (Tuesday) is "I'll survive the Test" Day....wear your favorite camo clothing.
Hooray for fun! Mrs. Hanney's 5th graders teamed up with Mrs. Rivas' and Mrs. Klitz's kindergarteners for an epic Easter Egg Hunt. They discovered a mountain of eggs and a treasure trove of goodies!
