*Acorn Elementary* Open House will be Wednesday, August 11th starting at 3:30 p.m. Please be expecting a call from your child's teacher soon to schedule an appointment. Meetings will be held in small groups due to Covid-19.
almost 4 years ago, Kimberly Posey
open house
Hi, I am Helen Bridges. I am a recent honor graduate from SAU, with a degree in Elementary Education. This past year I’ve had the privilege to intern at both the ORSD campuses. My passion is to educate and inspire the next generation. In my free time I enjoy making memories with my children, hiking a trial or locating a bargain. I look forward to serving this year as the 1st grade teacher at Oden.
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Helen Bridges
My name is Kelly Slaten and I am so excited to join the AHS staff as the 10th-12th grade English instructor this year! I was born and raised in Waldron, and earned my BS in English Education from Williams Baptist University in Walnut Ridge, AR. I now live in Waldron with my wonderful husband, Jeremy, and our two amazing children, AbiGail and Elijah. After a year at home tutoring virtual learners (including my own kids), we are all glad to be back to on-site learning/teaching. I have 9 years teaching experience, primarily in the great state of Texas. My passions are connecting great themes of literature to my students’ everyday lives, and helping students develop their written and oral communication skills. The more staff and leadership I meet at ORSD, the more confident I am that this is a caring and professional school, with student learning and growth being the primary focus. Our family loves camping, fishing, swimming, and animals. We are involved in our local 4-H, Southside Baptist Church, Tae Kwon Do at Wolf Pack Martial Arts, and our local fishing team, The Water Dogs! We are looking forward to getting to know the Acorn community better as school begins in August. Go Tigers!
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Kelly Slaten
Acorn Public Schools Voted Best School System Thank you for choosing Acorn Public Schools​ as the BEST SCHOOL SYSTEM! We are honored to serve and greatly value our partnerships with community, parents and students. Congratulations to our staff, faculty, students, parents and school board on receiving this honor. Your dedication and commitment to excellence in education and service make a positive difference and impact! #orsdlifeprep
almost 4 years ago, Tammy L. Young
Acorn Public Schools Voted Best School System
PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY! The Ouachita River School District would like to get the community and stakeholder's feedback for future planning. Please follow the link, complete the survey and provide us with your input. If you prefer a paper copy of the survey, they are available in the principals’ offices. Thank you! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM8YOiBnLp6khPyHaDISOqEW7VKPXvGPk6XO6qxKTUCTtxFA/viewform
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Tony Stvartak has a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Minnesota, and is currently pursuing a master's degree in education at Southern Arkansas University. He has worked as a chemist in the environmental testing and cosmetics industries. He enjoys hunting, cooking, and new and interesting foods. He lives near Mount Ida with his wife and daughter.
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Tony Stvartak
"Hi, my name is Liliana Roberts and I can’t wait for the upcoming year! I graduated from SAU in the spring of 2020 with my degree in Elementary Education. Last year I had the opportunity to teach General Music at Cossatot River and this year I’m switching it up by teaching 4th grade at ORSD. My hobbies include remodeling our new home and playing music with my husband. Also, I love dogs and have a pup named Theodore. "
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Lilianna Roberts
*Oden Campus Announcement* Athletic physicals will be held on August 5th from 8:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m. on the Oden Campus. Healthy Connections will have their mobile unit here. Student/patient paperwork will be available through Coach Kennedy, the main office or you can pick it up on the day of physicals. The cost is $25.00. All student athletes must have an updated physical to participate in sports.
almost 4 years ago, Elicia Bergum
PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY! The Ouachita River School District would like to get the community and stakeholder's feedback for future planning. Please follow the link, complete the survey and provide us with your input. If you prefer a paper copy of the survey, they are available in the principals’ offices. Thank you! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM8YOiBnLp6khPyHaDISOqEW7VKPXvGPk6XO6qxKTUCTtxFA/viewform
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Acorn Preschool slots are now available for the 21-22 school year! Your child must turn 3 on or by August 1, 2021 to be eligible for this upcoming school year. You must turn in the following documentation to complete the enrollment process: 2020 taxes (adjusted gross income amount) only turn in a months worth of current check stubs if tax information does not reflect your current financial status (Tax information preferred, if applicable) Social security card Updated shot record Birth certificate Physical (needs to be completed before school starts in August) If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kim Larucci, Acorn Preschool Director/Lead Teacher at 479-234-3438.
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY! The Ouachita River School District would like to get the community and stakeholder's feedback for future planning. Please follow the link, complete the survey and provide us with your input. If you prefer a paper copy of the survey, they are available in the principals’ offices. Thank you! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM8YOiBnLp6khPyHaDISOqEW7VKPXvGPk6XO6qxKTUCTtxFA/viewform
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
Acorn Preschool slots are now available for the 21-22 school year! Your child must turn 3 on or by August 1, 2021 to be eligible for this upcoming school year. You must turn in the following documentation to complete the enrollment process: 2020 taxes (adjusted gross income amount) only turn in a months worth of current check stubs if tax information does not reflect your current financial status (Tax information preferred, if applicable) Social security card Updated shot record Birth certificate Physical (needs to be completed before school starts in August) If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kim Larucci, Acorn Preschool Director/Lead Teacher at 479-234-3438.
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
ORSD Family, Today the Polk County Road Department is working on the entrance of Polk Road 96. Polk 96 is the entrance to the Acorn Campus. Please come through the back way off of highway 270 this week or come down the Legion road to access the Acorn Campus. A big thank you goes out to Judge Ellison and the Polk County Road Department for fixing the road! Respectfully, Jerrall Strasner Superintendent
almost 4 years ago, Jerrall Strasner
Acorn Preschool slots are now available for the 21-22 school year! Your child must turn 3 on or by August 1, 2021 to be eligible for this upcoming school year. You must turn in the following documentation to complete the enrollment process: 2020 taxes (adjusted gross income amount) only turn in a months worth of current check stubs if tax information does not reflect your current financial status (Tax information preferred, if applicable) Social security card Updated shot record Birth certificate Physical (needs to be completed before school starts in August) If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kim Larucci, Acorn Preschool Director/Lead Teacher at 479-234-3438.
almost 4 years ago, Sherri Powell
ORSD Family, We are pleased to announce that ORSD will be able to provide school supplies for your children this year. For grades K-6 we will provide all items except backpacks and kinder mats. For grades 7-12 notebooks, pens, pencils, and folders will be provided. I hope you are having a great summer and I look forward to seeing all of you in August! Respectfully, Jerrall Strasner Superintendent ORSD
almost 4 years ago, Jerrall Strasner
If you are interested in being a substitute teacher for the 2021/2022 school year, you can attend the Willsub/ESS Meeting and Substitute Training on July 22nd. The meeting will begin at 10 AM on the Oden Campus and at 1 PM on the Acorn Campus. See attached flyer for more information.
almost 4 years ago, Shelley Staggs
Willsub/ESS Flyer for Substitute Training
📣Oden Campus Announcement 📣 If you would like to be a substitute teacher for the 2021/22 school year, you can sign up July 22nd. We would love to have you! We have a great school! See the attached flyer. 🐺🧡🖤
almost 4 years ago, Elicia Bergum
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ORSD Family, This is a friendly reminder that the next two weeks are the AAA dead weeks for all sports. ORSD facilities are closed for practices and activities. This two week closing includes softball fields, baseball fields, gyms, tennis courts, and track facilities on each campus. Please help spread the word that no one is to be up at the schools practicing on our campuses. I hope all of our parents, coaches, and student athletes get a much needed rest from sports. Respectfully, Jerrall A. Strasner Superintendent
about 4 years ago, Jerrall Strasner
Tomorrow is the day!! Come on out to Splash Car Wash from 9-3 and let Acorn FCCLA wash your car for you!!!🚗🚙
about 4 years ago, Mindy Lyle
FCCLA Car Wash
Acorn High School and Junior High School Athletes: Just a friendly reminder that sports physicals will be held on Tuesday, June 22nd in the Acorn New Gym. See schedule below.... Sr. High Girls : 5:30 PM Sr. High Boys: 6:00 PM Jr. High Girls: 7:00 PM Jr. High Boys: 7:30 PM
about 4 years ago, Samantha Holland