The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires public school special education services consultation with private schools. For the purposes of IDEA, in Arkansas homeschool students are also considered private school students. Please contact William Edwards at 479-216-2251 any time throughout the year if you have any questions. On December 11, there will be a special education consultation meeting held in the board room of the Oden campus for students living in the Ouachita River School District who attend a private school or are homeschooled. The meeting will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will last approximately thirty minutes.
CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Victoria!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
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Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
We are proud of you, Victoria!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
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#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
Acorn High School Music Department
AHS Annual Spring Band Concert & Awards
Friday, May 15, 2026
Acorn Cafeteria
6:30 PM - Awards
7:00 PM - Concert
Acorn Campus - 143 Polk Road 96, Mena, AR 71953
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AHS Annual Spring Band Concert & Awards
Friday, May 15, 2026
Acorn Cafeteria
6:30 PM - Awards
7:00 PM - Concert
Acorn Campus - 143 Polk Road 96, Mena, AR 71953
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I would like to extend my appreciation for the support, food, and drinks provided to the Acorn Elementary Teachers and Staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. A special THANK YOU goes out to Wal Mart, Mrs. Cheryl Boyd, the DeQueen-Mena Educational Cooperative, Progressive Therapy, and Ms. Alexa Gabriel!
On May 5, members of Mr. Edwards's 8th Grade Math Class from Oden were gifted a trip to Queen Wilhelmina State Park. The class completed the ATLAS summative test the week prior and was due for a break from regular classwork.
Locomotive photo: Pictured from left to right, back row are Jarrod Cogburn, Brody Murray, Connor Stovall, and Logan Suggitt. Pictured from left to right, front row are London Barrett, Emma Gray, and Koy Long.
Wonder House photo: State Park Ranger Ivory Detter welcomed the Oden students and provided a tour of the Wonder House, a restored family cabin from the 1920s.
Lobby photo: OHS Class of 2030 members enjoyed a quick snack in the lobby of the lodge at Queen Wilhelmina, as an overcast day created a thick fog for the entirety of the visit.
Roger, owner of the ice cream parlor, miniature golf, and minitrain at the state park, made a special reservation for Mr. Edwards's 8th Grade Math Class from Oden. Roger enjoys helping school groups experience the minitrain and can be reached at 214-733-7030.
The Oden field trip concluded with lunch at Janssen Park in Mena.
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Locomotive photo: Pictured from left to right, back row are Jarrod Cogburn, Brody Murray, Connor Stovall, and Logan Suggitt. Pictured from left to right, front row are London Barrett, Emma Gray, and Koy Long.
Wonder House photo: State Park Ranger Ivory Detter welcomed the Oden students and provided a tour of the Wonder House, a restored family cabin from the 1920s.
Lobby photo: OHS Class of 2030 members enjoyed a quick snack in the lobby of the lodge at Queen Wilhelmina, as an overcast day created a thick fog for the entirety of the visit.
Roger, owner of the ice cream parlor, miniature golf, and minitrain at the state park, made a special reservation for Mr. Edwards's 8th Grade Math Class from Oden. Roger enjoys helping school groups experience the minitrain and can be reached at 214-733-7030.
The Oden field trip concluded with lunch at Janssen Park in Mena.
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Thank you to Acorn Alumni for the delicious meal during Teacher Appreciation Week! Your dedication, commitment and support to Acorn Schools is very much appreciated and valued!
Thank you, Acorn Alumni for all you do for students, staff, families and community!
Thank you, Acorn Alumni for all you do for students, staff, families and community!
Acorn High School would like to extend our appreciation to First Financial Bank for the treats Teacher Appreciation Week and for your support all year!
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much!
2A State Tournament – Palestine-Wheatley
The Acorn Lady Tigers are headed to the 2A State Tournament at Palestine-Wheatley!
Come out and support our Lady Tigers on Thursday, May 14th at 3:00 PM as they take on the Quitman Lady Bulldogs. If they advance, they will play again on Friday, May 15th at 5:30 PM.
Your support and school spirit mean so much to our players and coaches as they proudly represent Acorn on the state stage.
Let’s pack the stands with Tiger pride and cheer them on all the way! 🐅💛
The Acorn Lady Tigers are headed to the 2A State Tournament at Palestine-Wheatley!
Come out and support our Lady Tigers on Thursday, May 14th at 3:00 PM as they take on the Quitman Lady Bulldogs. If they advance, they will play again on Friday, May 15th at 5:30 PM.
Your support and school spirit mean so much to our players and coaches as they proudly represent Acorn on the state stage.
Let’s pack the stands with Tiger pride and cheer them on all the way! 🐅💛
ATTN: Acorn High School Students in 9th, 10th & 11th grades & Parents!
Just a reminder!
AHS Concurrent Credit, Career Center, Diploma of Merit & Distinction, Accelerated Opportunities Meeting
When: Tuesday, May 12th
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn High School
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
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Just a reminder!
AHS Concurrent Credit, Career Center, Diploma of Merit & Distinction, Accelerated Opportunities Meeting
When: Tuesday, May 12th
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn High School
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
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Please be advised that the Acorn Track will be closed for the next few weeks due to scheduled repairs and maintenance. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve our facilities for our students, athletes, and community members. We will share updates as soon as the track is reopened. Thank you for your cooperation and support of Acorn Schools.
CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Victoria!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
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#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
We are proud of you, Victoria!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
ACH ATV Safety Presentation at AHS
On May 5th, Erik Grist Arkansas Children’s Hospital ATV Safety Trainer conducted an interactive presentation on safety equipment, protocol and practices for operating all-terrain vehicles. Two sessions were conducted with the first session for grades 10th - 12th grade students and the second session for grades 7th - 9th. and Acorn High School students in grades 7th - 12th Students were provided important information and gift bags with door prize drawings for each session. For each of the two sessions, door prize winners won safety equipment including riding helmets and goggles. Session 1 winners included: Brett Phillips, Ashlin Ford, Aaden Bissell and Caiden Hicks. Session 2 winners included: Kaidon McQueen, Ciara Candelaria and Garrett Morgan.
Thank you. Eirk Grist and Arkansas Children’s Hospital for the informative presentation, gift bags and door prizes! Our students gained valuable information to help be better prepared for life!
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On May 5th, Erik Grist Arkansas Children’s Hospital ATV Safety Trainer conducted an interactive presentation on safety equipment, protocol and practices for operating all-terrain vehicles. Two sessions were conducted with the first session for grades 10th - 12th grade students and the second session for grades 7th - 9th. and Acorn High School students in grades 7th - 12th Students were provided important information and gift bags with door prize drawings for each session. For each of the two sessions, door prize winners won safety equipment including riding helmets and goggles. Session 1 winners included: Brett Phillips, Ashlin Ford, Aaden Bissell and Caiden Hicks. Session 2 winners included: Kaidon McQueen, Ciara Candelaria and Garrett Morgan.
Thank you. Eirk Grist and Arkansas Children’s Hospital for the informative presentation, gift bags and door prizes! Our students gained valuable information to help be better prepared for life!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
TONIGHT, SATURDAY, MAY 9th FINAL SHOW- 7:00 PM SHOWTIME!
Acorn High School Choir & Music Department
7th Annual Theater Production presents: KILROY WAS HERE
May 7, 8 & 9, 2026
6:30 PM - DOORS OPEN
7:00 PM - SHOWTIME
Mary Davis Gym - Acorn Schools' campus
Admission: $5 per person
Concessions will be available
Acorn Schools' campus
143 Polk Road 96
Mena,, Arkansas 71953
Acorn High School Choir & Music Department
7th Annual Theater Production presents: KILROY WAS HERE
May 7, 8 & 9, 2026
6:30 PM - DOORS OPEN
7:00 PM - SHOWTIME
Mary Davis Gym - Acorn Schools' campus
Admission: $5 per person
Concessions will be available
Acorn Schools' campus
143 Polk Road 96
Mena,, Arkansas 71953
AHS Class of 2026 Engage in LifePrep 101 Sessions
On May 5th, Acorn High School Class of 2026 participated in LifePrep 101 sessions hosted by the AHS Career and Technical Education Instructors. Makaila Goodner, AHS Business Finance & Managements Pathways Instructor hosted a session on Financial Literacy featuring presenters Raven Wagner and Samantha Rusert from Union Bank. Students learned about savings, loans, budgeting and investments. Mindy Lyle, Culinary Arts & PreEducator Pathways Instructor hosted a session on Personal Care and Home Care. Students learned about how to prepare a simple meal and basic laundry skills. Ricky Dollar, AHS Construction Technology Instructor and Jim Pennington, AHS Animal Systems and Ag Mechanics Instructor hosted a session on Vehicle Maintenance. Students learned about basic vehicle maintenance such as; changing wiper blades, changing oil and air filters, and changing a flat tire.
Thank you to our outstanding CTE instructors and Union Bank staff for sharing your knowledge, expertise and time with the seniors in helping to prepare them for life after graduation!
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On May 5th, Acorn High School Class of 2026 participated in LifePrep 101 sessions hosted by the AHS Career and Technical Education Instructors. Makaila Goodner, AHS Business Finance & Managements Pathways Instructor hosted a session on Financial Literacy featuring presenters Raven Wagner and Samantha Rusert from Union Bank. Students learned about savings, loans, budgeting and investments. Mindy Lyle, Culinary Arts & PreEducator Pathways Instructor hosted a session on Personal Care and Home Care. Students learned about how to prepare a simple meal and basic laundry skills. Ricky Dollar, AHS Construction Technology Instructor and Jim Pennington, AHS Animal Systems and Ag Mechanics Instructor hosted a session on Vehicle Maintenance. Students learned about basic vehicle maintenance such as; changing wiper blades, changing oil and air filters, and changing a flat tire.
Thank you to our outstanding CTE instructors and Union Bank staff for sharing your knowledge, expertise and time with the seniors in helping to prepare them for life after graduation!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
TONIGHT, FRIDAY, MAY 8th - 7:00 PM SHOWTIME!
Acorn High School Choir & Music Department
7th Annual Theater Production presents: KILROY WAS HERE
May 7, 8 & 9, 2026
6:30 PM - DOORS OPEN
7:00 PM - SHOWTIME
Mary Davis Gym - Acorn Schools' campus
Admission: $5 per person
Concessions will be available
Acorn Schools' campus
143 Polk Road 96
Mena,, Arkansas 71953
Acorn High School Choir & Music Department
7th Annual Theater Production presents: KILROY WAS HERE
May 7, 8 & 9, 2026
6:30 PM - DOORS OPEN
7:00 PM - SHOWTIME
Mary Davis Gym - Acorn Schools' campus
Admission: $5 per person
Concessions will be available
Acorn Schools' campus
143 Polk Road 96
Mena,, Arkansas 71953
CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Aidan!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
We are proud of you, Aidan!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
Acorn High School teachers and staff would like to extend our appreciation to Progressive Therapy Kids for the treats on Teacher Appreciation Week and for your support and partnership in student success all year long!
Acorn High School teachers and staff would like to extend our appreciation to the Dequeen/Mena Education Service Cooperative on Teacher Appreciation Week and your support all year long!
Acorn High School teachers and staff would like to extend our appreciation to Chad and Megan Auer for the donuts on Teacher Appreciation Week and your support all year long!
CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Lana!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
We are proud of you, Lana!
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District
Through a safe, caring, and serving environment, students learn, grow, excel, and succeed...this is our mission in preparing students for LIFE!
