Teachers have high expectations for the children. The teachers also give 100% to teach children, and sometimes the teachers can learn from the students.
— CJ

Greetings from the Principal:
While each new school year is an exciting one, this school year is unique in the fact that construction is taking place.  Six classrooms, a new cafeteria, and a new office area will be built to meet the needs of our growing community.  We are hoping construction will be completed during the 2010- 2011 school year.  We are excited about not only expanding our size but with that our opportunities for new students, parents, community involvement, Partners-N-Education, focus and learning.

Diane Isaacs, Principal

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Theme:
Our theme for this year is “Under construction learning taking place.”

Mission Statement
The mission of Barling Elementary School is to prepare children for the future by providing a challenging, equitable education in a safe, nurturing environment.  Our commitment is to provide each student with an opportunity to reach his/her full potential and to become good citizens.

Vision:
Barling Elementary is a place where:

1. There are opportunities for developing critical thinking skills and decision making.
2. Students utilize technology to enhance their learning experiences and prepare them for the future.
3. The staff cooperates and collaborates to meet the needs of students.
4. Good citizenship is taught, modeled and encouraged.
5. Every child can succeed in an active learning environment.
6. The curriculum is challenging and relevant.

Beliefs:
Barling Elementary faculty believes:

1. Every child will be valued as an integral part of this school community.
2. Students and staff will be life-long learners.
3. Every student will achieve.
4. All students will receive instruction according to their ability level and learning styles.
5. Family and community will be encouraged to be active partners in each student’s education, thereby increasing student achievement.
6. Everyone will be treated with respect.
7. Students will be provided a safe, positive, challenging and nurturing environment.

School Motto:
Our school is committed to striving for excellence- today and in the future!

School colors:
The colors are red and white.

School mascot:                                                                 
The school mascot is the Bobcat.

This School is accredited by the North Central Association and the Arkansas Department of Education.