Cutting-edge classroom technology,
their learning style. Classroom learning is supplemented by
innovative teaching and outstanding
various enrichment programs, including band, choir, art, drama,
resources are often only found in
quiz bowl and a full suite of athletic programs.
larger communities. Not so with Greenwood Public Schools, recently
The Greenwood School District was recently named the first
named the #3 Best School District in
Purple Star Public School District in the River Valley/NWA Region
the State and #1 Best Place to Teach
for its outstanding commitment to the unique educational and
by Niche, which combines the best
social-emotional needs of military-connected children. And, four
of instruction within a small-school environment.
of the schools in the district recently earned prestigious academic achievement awards, totaling over $350,000.
“The Greenwood School District has long been recognized as one of the premier school districts in Arkansas,” says John Ciesla,
“ The Greenwood School District has the long-standing vision of,
superintendent. “Our faculty and staff are committed to providing
‘Providing Excellence in Education,’” Superintendent Ciesla says.
our students with state-of-the-art facilities, a wide variety of
“ This tradition stems from a community that values education
educational programs and the resources necessary to recruit and
and has high expectations for all academic and extracurricular
retain one of the finest faculties in the state.”
programs. The strong relationship between community, parents and schools allows our students to graduate with the skills
With an average teacher/student ratio of 1:15, Greenwood Public
necessary to be college- and career-ready and be productive
Schools ensures all students receive sufficient attention to assist
members of society.”