Fugate Family reunion held

We all enjoyed a wonderful carry in meal on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2017, in the meeting room at the Sac Osage Electric meeting room.  Those in attendance were: Maxine Scott, Baldwin KS; Joan and Janice Beydler, Independence; Kathleen Jenkins, Carole and Allenna Maddy, Stover; Teresa Vargas and Joseph Saye, Bella Vista, AR. Those attending from

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Vickers-Galvin reunion Sunday

The 65th annual Vickers-Galvin reunion will be held this Sunday, Aug. 20, in the First Christian Church fellowship hall in El Dorado Springs. Family and friends will gather at noon for a carry-in dinner to begin at approx. 1 p.m. Parking is available south of the church along Main Street across from the Post Office.

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60th Phillips reunion held

The 60th reunion of the descendants of Grover (Ned) and Myrtle Phillips family who lived in the Walker area met Sunday at the Marmaduke Park in Nevada for lunch. Attending were Alayna and Paul Bracy and grandson, Aiden Moore, Charlotte, NC, Gary, Wendy, Courtney and Cassidy Fogler, Blue Springs, Tom and Jaque Flint of Greenword,

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Back-to-School Organization Tips for Busy Families

The new school year brings hectic mornings, piles of homework, endless events, practices, games and school conferences. When you’re a busy parent, day-to-day tasks can consume your thoughts and energy. Stay organized and sane by following these simple tips to handle the crush of the school year. Centralize Communication Communication is key when it comes

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New ways classrooms are changing

Today’s classroom are in flux. And these changes, rooted in technological innovation, are making it easier for students to become more engaged and collaborative. Here are several areas where technology is changing the way lessons are taught and information is absorbed. • Collaborative Apps. While in the past, group study sessions and group projects could

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It’s back to school time again

The summer vacation is over and it’s time for the annual return to school, on the 16th of August for El Dorado Springs Public School students and the 15th of August for El Dorado Springs Christian School students. All of us must be extra alert for kids coming and going to school, as well as

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How to help your child prepare for Kindergarten

Kindergarten is an exciting time for children, but it can also be a stressful time of change — not just for little ones, but for parents, too. Although each child is unique and develops at his or her own pace, most educators and experts agree that four key areas of development are essential for further

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ElDo High Back to School

Student parking passes Student parking passes Students will be assigned their own parking space to be used throughout the school year. Parking passes can be obtained through the high school office. Parking stickers need to be placed in the lower left hand corner of the driver’s side front windshield. Students found parking in spaces that

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Bright Futures Connects Students and Resources

         Bright Futures, USA is a non-profit organization that helps schools connect student needs with resources that already exist in the community. The organization provides a framework that brings together businesses, human service agencies, faith-based organizations, and parent groups to partner them with schools to meet students’ basic needs, allowing students and

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ElDo Middle Back to School

Middle School welcome back Brad Steward I would like to welcome all EMS students, faculty and staff back for the 2017-2018 school year. I hope that everyone enjoyed a summer full of adventure, relaxation and reading. I am sure everyone appreciated and relished the extra time that they were able to spend with their family

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