
Football season means itâs time to show that Leopard Spirit! Check out our 2026 DHS Football Spirit Themes and get ready to dress up, show out, and fill the stands with BLACK & GOLD! đ
đ Save the dates and start planning those outfits now!
GO LEOPARDS! đđđ¤đ

We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and continued support of our school. It was the perfect pick-me-up during a busy back-to-school week!
We are so grateful to be part of such a supportive community!

We are so grateful for your kindness and continued support of our school. What a sweet way to help us kick off another great year!

We had a great time at our Back-to-School PAWS Rally! Mrs. Crocker and Mrs. Irvin explained how students can earn PAWS points by making great choices and showing their Leopard pride, and all the fun rewards they can earn along the way!
We practiced our PAWS Rally chant, showed off our best moves with a little Freeze Dance, and got everyone excited for an awesome year!
We canât wait to see our students earning those PAWS points! Letâs go, Leopards! đž







Thereâs nothing quite like a fresh cup of coffee to help us tackle busy school days. We appreciate our PTO for always finding ways to take care of our staff and make us feel loved. Thank you for keeping us caffeinated and smiling!


De Queen Public Schools is looking for route and substitute bus drivers to join our transportation team!
Our bus drivers play an important role in our #LeopardFamily. They help make sure our students start and end their school day safely and with a familiar, caring face.
đ Route driver pay: $24/hour
đ 178-day school schedule
đ Morning and afternoon routes with your day in between
đ Sick and personal leave for contracted route drivers
đ Incentive pay available for unused sick days
đ Substitute driving opportunities also available
Donât have your CDL yet? Donât count yourself out! There are steps required to obtain a Class B CDL and the necessary school bus endorsements, and our transportation department can help you understand the process and what you need to get started.
Interested in learning more? Contact Richard Bell, Transportation Director, at rbell@dequeenleopards.org or 870-584-4312.
đ Join the team that keeps our #LeopardFamily moving! đ

As we prepare to welcome students back for another great school year, each campus has opportunities for families to meet teachers, attend orientations, and stay connected throughout the beginning of the school year.
đ Be sure to save this schedule so you don't miss your school's event!
Tomorrow kicks things off with De Queen Elementary's Open House, followed by several other campus events over the coming weeks.
đ First Day of School: Wednesday, August 12
đ˘ School begins at 7:55 AM
We can't wait to welcome everyone back and look forward to seeing our #LeopardFamily soon!


Be sure to save this graphic with the official 2026-2027 Back-to-School Registration Dates for De Queen Public Schools.
đą Be sure to scan the QR code to download the De Queen Public Schools app! It's the easiest way to stay informed with school news, event calendars, important announcements, and push notifications from the campuses you choose to follow.
We can't wait to welcome our Leopard Family back for another year of learning, growth, and success. Have a wonderful rest of your summer, and we'll see you soon!
#LeopardFamily


De Queen Public Schools is currently hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional at De Queen Primary School.
For more information, contact Amy Barker at abarker@dequeenleopards.org.
#LeopardPride #LeopardFamily



We know families like to plan ahead, so be sure to save a copy and refer back to it throughout the year for important dates, holidays, breaks, and school events.
You can also visit our website for a printable copy here: https://aptg.co/2HlvmT

The De Queen School District Board of Directors announces a vacancy for the Zone 4 Representative position effective July 1, 2026.
All application paperwork must be submitted by Wednesday, May 27, 2026, by the end of the business day.
The Board will meet on June 8, 2026, in the Administration Building Board Room to appoint an individual to fill this vacancy.
Qualifications to be considered for appointment:
An individual who wishes to be considered shall:
⢠Be a qualified elector who resides in the District or District zone, if applicable
⢠Submit a petition to the District that:
â States the individualâs intention to be considered for the appointment
â Is signed by at least twenty (20) qualified electors who reside within the District or the District zone where the vacancy exists
â Is submitted at least ten (10) days before the meeting date to fill the vacancy
For additional information, including petition requirements and required forms, please see the links below:
⢠School Board Zone Overview Map: https://aptg.co/S6JHbr
⢠Zone 4 Boundary Map: https://aptg.co/TrT-g-
⢠Sample Petition Form: https://aptg.co/nlvpN_
The Board invites qualified candidates to apply and values the communityâs involvement in filling this important position.
The De Queen School District is now accepting referrals for the Gifted and Talented (GT) Program. We are seeking students who demonstrate exceptional abilities in areas such as critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, leadership, and academic achievement.
Referrals are open for students in grades 3â12, and all submissions are due by April 30th.
Families, teachers, and community members who wish to refer a studentâor anyone who would like more informationâmay contact Krystal Minchew at kminchew@dequeenleopards.org.

đ Parent/Teacher Conferences at De Queen Primary School
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 19, from 2:30â7:00 P.M.
đ Early dismissal at 2:00 P.M.
Students will be dismissed, and buses will run at 2:00.
We encourage all families to take this opportunity to connect with teachers and partner together for student success. We look forward to seeing you! #LeopardFamily

The De Queen Primary Book Fair will be held March 13â19 in the Primary Library! Students will have the opportunity to shop during their regular library time throughout the school day.
Parents are also invited to shop with their child during Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday afternoon. Weâd love to see you there!
Canât make it in person? No problem! Our online book fair is now open, and parents can also purchase gift cards for their child instead of sending cash to school. Itâs an easy and secure way for students to shop at the fair.
Get ready for a week full of great books and excited readers!

đ Parent/Teacher Conferences at De Queen Primary School
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 19, from 2:30â7:00 P.M.
đ Early dismissal at 2:00 P.M.
Students will be dismissed, and buses will run at 2:00.
We encourage all families to take this opportunity to connect with teachers and partner together for student success. We look forward to seeing you! #LeopardFamily

