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A simple graphic of a purple smartphone with a purple unplugged power cord on the left side. The words “DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT” are centered on the phone screen, with “DISCONNECT” in bold purple and “TO RECONNECT” in black.

Arkansas City Public Schools will launch a bell-to-bell phone-free policy this fall for middle and high school students. The goal: helping students stay focused, build stronger relationships, and reduce stress during the school day. Learn how it will work and more!

Students, holding cream pies, stand behind teachers seated on a stage.

The ACMS KAYS Club collected an incredible 19,725 items during the annual Richard Potterton Food Drive. Seven students who gathered over 500 items each got to "pie" a teacher in a celebratory assembly, joined by members of Mr. Potterton's family. 

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Four students stand in a row on stage holding spelling bee ribbons

Our middle school students showcased their spelling skills at this year’s City Spelling Bee, wowing the audience with their hard work and determination. Congratulations to finalists Emma Mangold (1st, ACCA), Brooklyn Vickers (2nd), Jacquelyn Contreras (3rd), and Tyler Feste (4th, ACCA), who advance to the County Spelling Bee in January.

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