Springdale Today

12/25/2025

12/24/2025

Get caught up on Springdale Today! 🎬

Don't miss the inspiring conversation with amazing art educators and working artists, Whitney Bell (Springdale High School) and Milan Jilka (Har-Ber High School). We dive into their personal creative work and the passion that drives them to mentor the next generation of artists in Springdale Schools.

Listen to the full podcast! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2399855/episodes/17886901]

12/22/2025

What an incredible year it has been for the Springdale Today podcast! We launched Season 2 and brought you more insightful, inspiring, and—yes—hilarious conversations right from the heart of our community.

As 2025 winds down, let's look back at some of the episodes that defined the year and reminded us all why we love Springdale!

12/21/2025

Transforming e-waste into art is a fantastic way to blend sustainability, creativity and hands-on learning for the students. It not only raises awareness about electronic waste but also teaches innovative problem-solving and technical skills through the EAST program.

Get Caught Up Today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2399855/episodes/18364907

12/18/2025

This week, we explored the fascinating intersection of e-waste, art, and education! We sat down with artist Eugene Sargent, teacher Jennifer Boogart from John Tyson Elementary School of Innovation, and her EAST students, Zharia and Finn. They discussed their innovative educational initiative where students transform discarded electronics into art. Discover how this exciting project fosters sustainability and learning, made possible through a partnership with Cox Communications.

12/14/2025

📅 ICYMI: The Learning Stage Episode is Here!

Did you catch the latest episode of Springdale? We dove into the exciting world where literature meets the stage! 🎭📚

We highlighted an amazing educational initiative where the Walton Arts Center brought a performance of "Dog Man: The Musical" to 275 students from Knapp Elementary School and the arts to thousands throughout NWA.

This episode is a celebration of arts access and community partnership!

➡️ Catch up now! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2399855/episodes/18318799]

12/11/2025

On this episode of Springdale Today, we dive into the exciting world where literature meets the stage! We're joined by Knapp Elementary School third-grade teacher Kira Hart, her enthusiastic student Emiliano Manjarrez and Sallie Zazal, the Learning and Engagement Director at the Walton Arts Center. Emiliano is one of 275 Knapp students who attended a performance of “Dog Man: The Musical Fayetteville, which was featured as part of a Walton Arts Center educational initiative.

12/10/2025

🤩 From Page to Stage! 🤩

The new episode of "The Learning Stage" is coming Wednesday, and it's full of energy!

We're diving into the exciting world of arts education, featuring a fantastic partnership that brought the hit show "Dog Man: The Musical" to 275 students at Knapp Elementary School and the arts to thousands of students from throughout NWA! 🐾🎶

12/07/2025

Is your family struggling with tech overload? You are not alone!

We brought on digital wellness expert and Selfctrl founder Ian McCready to share must-have strategies for parents and educators. Learn to use tech as a tool and not a distraction.

Stop the struggle, start the change. Tune in:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2399855/episodes/18286033

12/04/2025

Is tech overload taking a toll on your family? Responsibly managing technology is one of the biggest challenges facing youth today—and the struggle is real for parents and educators, too. In this essential episode, we sit down with Ian McReady, founder of the digital habit company Selfctrl. As a leading voice in digital wellness, Ian helps schools, parents, and students navigate this overwhelming landscape. Learn practical, intentional strategies to help your family reclaim their time and use technology as a tool, not a distraction. Tune in to transform screen time into a thoughtful practice.

12/03/2025

Feeling the tech overload in your family? 📱🤯 You're not alone! Responsibly managing digital habits is a huge challenge for youth, parents, and educators today.

Tune in to our new episode featuring Ian McReady, founder of Selfctrl! He shares practical, intentional strategies to help your family reclaim time and use tech as a tool, not a distraction.