Sherwood Elementary proudly participated in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's School of Conservation Leadership Program. This school-wide initiative included every student and teacher, with each grade contributing to hands-on conservation projects throughout the year. Students showcased their efforts in May, presenting projects like native animal research, wildflower planting, recycled art, archery, and a student-led community-wide fishing derby.
On July 17, 2025, Sherwood was named one of only 13 Arkansas schools to receive the “School of Conservation Leadership” designation for 2025–2028. We are honored to be recognized for our commitment to protecting Arkansas’s natural resources.
On July 17, 2025, Sherwood was named one of only 13 Arkansas schools to receive the “School of Conservation Leadership” designation for 2025–2028. We are honored to be recognized for our commitment to protecting Arkansas’s natural resources.
We are ready for a great school year at Sherwood Elementary School! Please see the monthly newsletter for important dates and reminders.
The first day of school is just two weeks away! Our first back-to-school tip is a reminder that all PCSSD schools will be phone-free zones from bell to bell in 2025-2026. Learn more at https://www.pcssd.org/page/phone-free-schools #PCSSDProud
We had a great time at KINDERGARTEN SIGNING DAY! Thank you to all of the families that were able to join us. We are excited for our students to start school August 11, 2025.
We’re gearing up to start the new year! Everyone is invited to decorate our sidewalks with fun pictures and inspiring messages before the first day of school. This fun event is August 10, 2025 at 5:30 pm. Don’t forget to bring your own chalk and tag Sherwood Elementary PTO in your pictures!
We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Taka Smith to Sherwood Elementary School!
“I am so ecstatic to be joining the Sherwood Elementary School family. I can’t wait to meet my students and families. It is going to be a great year full of learning and fun!”
-Mrs. Taka Smith
It's Global Hug Your Kids Day! The benefits of this comforting gesture are endless! A quick morning hug can help kids feel confident and loved & bedtime hugs can help lower stress & improve sleep. Take a moment to show your love—one hug at a time! 💖 #pcssdproud #serveall
Save the date for our upcoming Open House, and we look forward to seeing you on August 11 to kick off the new school year!
Sherwood Elementary
Thursday, August 7
5:30-6:30 p.m. (PreK)
Friday, August 8
5:30-6:30 p.m. (K-5)
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Brooke Daniels to Sherwood Elementary School!
“I am so excited to officially join the Bear family as a kindergarten teacher! I can’t wait to meet my students and their families. It’s going to be a great year full of learning, fun, and growth.”
-Mrs. Brooke Daniels
“I am so excited to officially join the Bear family as a kindergarten teacher! I can’t wait to meet my students and their families. It’s going to be a great year full of learning, fun, and growth.”
-Mrs. Brooke Daniels
Happy World Emoji Day! 😄🌍🎉 Fun fact: The first emoji was created in 1999 by Shigetaka Kurita in Japan—and now there are over 3,000 emojis used worldwide! What are your three most recent emojis? 📱✨ #pcssdproud #serveall
It is our pleasure to officially welcome Ms. Elizabeth Hammons to Sherwood Elementary School!
“I’m thrilled to be joining the Sherwood Elementary family — where learning grows, imaginations soar, and every child matters. I can’t wait to inspire and be inspired!”
-Ms. Elizabeth Hammons
“I’m thrilled to be joining the Sherwood Elementary family — where learning grows, imaginations soar, and every child matters. I can’t wait to inspire and be inspired!”
-Ms. Elizabeth Hammons
We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Aryssa Rathfon to Sherwood Elementary School!
“I am so excited to join the Sherwood Elementary family as a 3rd grade teacher! I can’t wait to meet my students and begin building a fun, engaging, and supportive classroom.”
-Mrs. Aryssa Rathfon
“I am so excited to join the Sherwood Elementary family as a 3rd grade teacher! I can’t wait to meet my students and begin building a fun, engaging, and supportive classroom.”
-Mrs. Aryssa Rathfon
We are excited to welcome Ms. Denetha Hall as the principal for the 2025-2026 school year!
“I am incredibly honored and grateful to step into the role of principal at Sherwood Elementary School.
As I look ahead, I am committed to continuing a school culture that provides a nurturing learning environment that focuses on academic excellence. I look forward to partnering with Sherwood Elementary School families to ensure student success. Together, we can make this a fantastic school year for our students.”
-Ms. Denetha Hall
“I am incredibly honored and grateful to step into the role of principal at Sherwood Elementary School.
As I look ahead, I am committed to continuing a school culture that provides a nurturing learning environment that focuses on academic excellence. I look forward to partnering with Sherwood Elementary School families to ensure student success. Together, we can make this a fantastic school year for our students.”
-Ms. Denetha Hall
July is French-American Heritage Month! 🇫🇷🇺🇸 Did you know? Little Rock was named by French explorers after a distinctive rock outcrop in the Arkansas river that they called "La Petite Roche." #pcssdproud #serveall
-Save the date for KINDERGARTEN SIGNING DAY - July 24, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm! This is a chance to meet the Kindergarten teachers and learn about Sherwood Elementary.
-Register today for Kindergarten Screening. Teachers will assess students on a variety of readiness skills.
-Register today for Kindergarten Screening. Teachers will assess students on a variety of readiness skills.
Many families have already started their back-to-school shopping, so we wanted to send a quick reminder to all PCSSD families about our new backpack policy for next year.
**All backpacks must be CLEAR or MESH for the 2025-2026 school year.**
If you have any questions about this policy, please contact the Student Services Dept. at (501) 234-2015.
July is National Make a Difference to Children Month! One way to impact the lives of our students is to volunteer next school year! If you are new to the district, make sure to fill out a volunteer application: https://trst.in/PV6vIO #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Independence Day! Did you know? The first 4th of July celebration with fireworks was in 1777— just one year after the Declaration was signed! 🎆🇺🇸
How will your family celebrate today?
#pcssdproud #serveall
We'd like to welcome Ms. Denetha Hall to Sherwood Elementary! She joins us as our new principal for the 2025-2026 school year. We can't wait for an exciting school year with her leadership! Welcome, Ms. Hall!
