Wynne Public Schools welcomes Tyler Gahr to the Yellowjacket family. A Wynne native with deep family roots in the community, Gahr attended Wynne schools before graduating from Valley View High School. He continued his academic and athletic career at Ouachita Baptist University, where he played five years of football as an offensive lineman, earned three conference championships, and graduated with a degree in education and kinesiology.
Gahr enters his eighth year in education and coaching, having previously served in Warren, Jonesboro, and most recently at Westside High School as Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director. He joins Wynne High School as Offensive Coordinator, Offensive Line Coach, and weightlifting teacher.
Tyler and his wife, whom he met in high school, have a three-year-old son. His passion for education and coaching centers on helping students recognize their potential and achieve success both on and off the field.
Gahr enters his eighth year in education and coaching, having previously served in Warren, Jonesboro, and most recently at Westside High School as Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director. He joins Wynne High School as Offensive Coordinator, Offensive Line Coach, and weightlifting teacher.
Tyler and his wife, whom he met in high school, have a three-year-old son. His passion for education and coaching centers on helping students recognize their potential and achieve success both on and off the field.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Kayla Douglas to the Intermediate School faculty. A graduate of Wynne High School, Douglas is excited to return to the Wynne School District as an educator. She and her husband, Landen, have a young son named Grayson.
Douglas is passionate about creating a positive learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to succeed while building confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
Douglas is passionate about creating a positive learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to succeed while building confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Randy Coleman. As Wynne High School's head football coach, he will be responsible for building a program that develops character-driven young men, emphasizes discipline, accountability, and teamwork, and promotes competing with class. The role also includes mentoring athletes, fostering school pride, supporting other programs, and modeling leadership that reflects positively on the team, school, and community.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Brady Michael. Brady will be graduating in May with a Masters of Science in Media Management from Arkansas State University. He met his lovely wife Kayla during his time at Arkansas State. Brady is originally from Malvern, AR and grew up in a tight knit community and understands how much that matters within a school district. Helping others to pursue their passions and make an impact is what drives him. Outside of work, he is an avid college sports fan, aspiring grill master, and loves exploring new places! Brady will be in the Administration building as the District Communications Specialist.
Due to severe weather, bus routes will be delayed. We will hold student release until conditions are safe.
Expect late bus routes this afternoon to ensure student safety.
We will continue to share updates as needed.
Expect late bus routes this afternoon to ensure student safety.
We will continue to share updates as needed.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Susan Lewallen. Susan has been an educator for over twenty years. She has taught a variety of subjects including Spanish, English/Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama. Susan has a Bachelors of Arts in History from the University of Memphis and a Bachelors of Science and Education in Social Studies from Arkansas State University. She has been teaching Spanish I and II for over eighteen years, and loves helping students learn a foreign language and discover more about different cultures. Discovering more about the world broadens horizons for students and knowing another language can provide more opportunities. She believes all students can succeed and that it is important to use different learning strategies in the classroom to encourage retention and engagement. Susan is excited to join Wynne High School where she will be teaching Spanish I and Spanish II.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Reese Von Kanel. Reese will be graduating in May with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. She can't wait to meet her first group of students. Wynne Intermediate makes a positive impact on the community and students, and Reese is excited to be a part of this and contribute in any way she can. Reese’s objective is to have a positive impact on her students and their families. Outside of school, she loves spending time with her family, friends and her 3 dogs.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Megan Allen. Megan is a graduate of Wynne High School. She is married to her husband, Dekoda, and they have two boys, Kash and Karson. Megan is majoring in early childhood education and is passionate about working with children and helping them succeed. She enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with her family. Megan is excited to work with the Wynne School District.
Wynne Public Schools welcomes Crystal Van Aarde. Crystal has lived in Wynne and the surrounding area her whole life, and is proud to call it home. She considers herself blessed with two beautiful daughters and two amazing grandsons who mean everything to her. Crystal lives her life with one goal—to spread joy and happiness to everyone she meets. Crystal is an example of Once a Jacket, Always a Jacket.
A semi-truck has struck a utility pole on Highway 64, and crews expect significant delays in restoring service in our area. To ensure all students arrive home safely, Wynne Public Schools will release students early today at 2:00 PM. We will continue to monitor conditions closely and provide updates as needed.
Tomorrow will be a normal dismissal to make up time from snow days. Students will dismiss at the regular time of 3:20 PM.
PARENT/GUARDIAN REMINDER: Tomorrow is an Early Out Wednesday for Wynne Public Schools.
Due to a power outage only affecting the HS, we will release HS car riders and drivers at 2:40. Buses will run at the regular time.
Due to a Thrillshare error, you may have received an Early Out notice. Today is NOT an Early Out day. Students will release as usual.
Tomorrow will be a normal dismissal to make up time from our recent snow days. Students will dismiss at the regular time of 3:20 PM.
Updated snow routes for tomorrow. Normal pick-up/drop-off times and regular schedule for campuses.
Wynne Public Schools will run snow routes this afternoon and tomorrow for both AM and PM bus runs. Campuses will open at 8:00 AM.
Wynne Public Schools will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. Buses will run snow routes. Please review the attached snow routes with your student.
Wynne Schools will be closed on Monday. Roads across the district are still covered. We'll continue to monitor conditions and share updates.
Wynne Public Schools will make a decision regarding school for tomorrow by 6:00 p.m. tonight. Thank you for your patience as we assess local travel conditions.