Wildcat Weekly
October 24 - 28
Safety Measures Implemented
ESD has been working to implement several safety initiatives across the district that include an advanced weapons detection system. This system will not be in place until the middle of November. Until this system is in place, additional safety measures will be taken at El Dorado High School.
In the upcoming weeks a metal detector will be used and all backpacks and bags will be checked at the doors of EHS until the weapons detection system is in place. The only entrances allowed will be the front doors, the cafeteria doors, and the two main street entrances (arena parking and auditorium parking areas).
To help expedite building entry, students are encouraged to unzip bags and have small metal items ready to place in baskets at the check points (such as phones and keys).
Please be patient with the EHS administration as they work to get everyone in the building in a timely manner in the coming weeks. Our top priority is the safety of our students and staff. El Dorado School District must remain a safe haven for our children, and we must all–parents, staff, and community members–work together to provide that safe environment they deserve.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to call our Central Office at 870.864.5006. Thank you for your support and assistance in keeping our schools safe for children.
Academics
1st Quarter Ends
The first quarter ended on Friday, October 21.
Report cards will be distributed to students on Wednesday, October 26.
These do not need to be returned.
EHS Counseling Center
El Dorado Promise
The Promise Application for the class of 2023 was already due, but Mrs. Thompson will still accept them at this point. Please turn them in ASAP to the Counseling Center.
RTI
Athletics
New Athletics Facebook Page
Make sure to follow the El Dorado School District Athletics Facebook page to get all of the updates and information you need.
Cross Country
Tuesday, October 25
5A State Conference Meet
HS Lakeside
Football
Monday, October 24
JV vs Camden Fairview
Home @ 7pm
EHS Wildcats vs Little Rock Catholic
Fri, Oct 28, 2022, 07:00 PM
Memorial Stadium, El Dorado, AR, USA
Safety Measures
Clear Bag Policy
In an effort to provide a safer environment and improve security, El Dorado School District has implemented a Clear Bag Policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into stadiums, gymnasiums, and other athletic fields.* Prohibited items include but are not limited to purses larger than a 4.5" x 6.5” clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, grocery bags, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags, or any bag larger than the permissible size.
Bags that are permitted included:
Tote bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags
Small clutch bags with or without a handle or strap, no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” (approximately the size of a hand)
Bags not permitted:
Backpacks, printed plastic bags, fanny packs, purses, reusable grocery totes, mesh or straw bags, duffle bags, large totes, and camera or binocular cases.
Diaper bags are not allowed. Items normally carried in a diaper bag must be put into a clear plastic bag for venue entry.
Unaccompanied Children
Another way that ESD is making an effort to keep everyone safe at athletic events is to require that all children 6th-grade and younger be accompanied by an adult at all times. Gate supervisors will mark the hands of children who should be accompanied while at the event.
Clubs and Activities
EHS Band
Congratulations to the EHS Band!!!!! Their performance Tuesday night in White Hall at the ASBOA Region 3 Marching Assessment earned them a Superior Rating. They are now qualified to perform Monday, Oct 31 at the ASBOA State Marching Contest in Little Rock AND they are eligable to again be named an Arkansas State Sweepstakes Band.
The Crucible
Freaky Friday the Muscial
Audition forms for the musical, Freaky Friday, are available from Mrs. Griffin in room 1612 or at the Crucible ticket table during lunch shifts. You do not have to be in a theatre class to audition. Auditions are Nov. 1st or 3rd from 4-6pm. More information is in the packet.
Key Club
Key Club will have a mandatory meeting to go over service activities on Tuesday at 7:30am. I need everyone to be there.
Book Club
If you haven't joined book club and would like to, please email brady.mcduffie@esd-15.org We would love to have more Wildcats reading with us! Our next meeting will be Wednesday, November 9 to discuss The Wrath and the Dawn by Renee Ahdieh. Email Mrs. McDuffie today to get your copy!
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club will meet on November 3rd after school in room 2710 on the Freshman hallway. Bring your writer's notebook and great ideas!
Helpful Links
Location: 200 Wildcat Drive, El Dorado, AR, USA
Phone: 870.864.5100