West Memphis School District

Congratulations! The Academies of West Memphis Charter School has been recognized by the Office for Education Policy (OEP) at the University of Arkansas as a school where students...

Do you know any high school students who shine when they perform—singing, dancing, playing an instrument, spoken word, or any other talent? Encourage them to sign up now for our di...

WMSD is proud to share that AWM and Richland Elementary are among the top-performing schools in their respective categories in Eastern Arkansas. Additionally, West Junior High (gr...

The West Memphis School Board has approved a new Instructional Realignment plan designed to better serve our students and prepare them for future success. After carefully reviewin...

Students at Wonder Jr. High School applications are still available for the 21 st Century Afterschool Program for grades 7 - 9). The program began September 8 th and runs through...

The West Memphis School District Transportation Department is looking for full time bus drivers. Requirements include a CDL Class B license required by the State of Arkansas Depa...

Hello WMSD Family, Previously, the district announced dates for early release of students. The dates have not changed, but the time was listed as 1PM for all schools. Th...

The Athletic season at WMSD officially begins August 19. The Blue Devil Football team will take on the Blytheville Indians on home turf at Hamilton-Schultz Stadium. Know Before Y...

Dear Families, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for the trust you have placed in West Memphis Schools for your child’s education and well-being. As Superintendent...

Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, a new Arkansas law—The Bell to Bell, No Cell Act—requires schools to strictly limit student use of personal electronic devices during the ...

Come out Saturday, August 2 from 10 AM – 2 PM to the Academies of West Memphis located at 503 W. Broadway Avenue for the Ultimate Back to School Drive. This event is sponsored by ...

Parents of students entering the 10th, 11th & 12th grade at AWM must attend the REQUIRED enrollment confirmation to receive their child’s schedule, purchase a locker ($10) and a pa...

Students in grades 10th, 11th, and 12th grade who were NOT enrolled in the West Memphis School District last school year or who DROPPED during the 2024-2025 school year MUST enroll...

As the district grows to include the new Virtual Academy, new roles are necessary. We are pleased to announce Dr. Palmer Quarrels will be the virtual academy principal. Quarrels ha...

The West Memphis School District is proud to announce the appointment of three exceptional leaders who will join the district’s executive team beginning July 1, 2025. The School Bo...

Aaron Matthews a senior at the Academies of West Memphis is a robot fanatic so let’s see what he has to say. The satisfaction of a project finally working smoothly how I envisi...

As your Superintendent, I want to say Congratulations to the students in the Class of 2025! For the past 12 years you have learned Math, how to read, write, be creative, and find ...

DeltaARTS is proud to partner with the West Memphis School District to offer family memberships to all district employees and students. This membership includes: Free Admission...

Julie Sandridge of West Memphis School District has been selected to participate in the Teacher Leader Community, a prestigious leadership program from Nourish the Future design...

“100 Best W!se High Schools Teaching Personal Finance” Announced Working in Support of Education (W!se) announced the 2025 “100 Best W!se High Schools Teaching Personal Finance” d...