CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Gracie!
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, Gracie!
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!

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, KayLa!
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, KayLa!
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!

ATTN: Acorn High School Students & Parents!
Students who will be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade in the 2026-2027 school year, please mark your calendar for an important meeting to attend to learn about concurrent college credit course offerings, technical programs and accelerated learning opportunities for next year!
When: Tuesday, April 21st
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn High School
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
Students, please bring your Chromebook fully charged and charger to the meeting. Students and parents to attend.
Thank you! I look forward to seeing you at the meeting on April 21st!
Tammy Young
AHS Counselor
479-394-5544 x, 104
tyoung@orsd.k12.ar.us
Students who will be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade in the 2026-2027 school year, please mark your calendar for an important meeting to attend to learn about concurrent college credit course offerings, technical programs and accelerated learning opportunities for next year!
When: Tuesday, April 21st
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn High School
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
Students, please bring your Chromebook fully charged and charger to the meeting. Students and parents to attend.
Thank you! I look forward to seeing you at the meeting on April 21st!
Tammy Young
AHS Counselor
479-394-5544 x, 104
tyoung@orsd.k12.ar.us

ATTN: AHS Class of 2026 Students, Parents & Families
Acorn High School Senior Recognition Day
Thursday, April 23, 2026
11:30 AM
Acorn Gymnasium
All seniors will be recognized for achievements & commitments!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Acorn High School Senior Recognition Day
Thursday, April 23, 2026
11:30 AM
Acorn Gymnasium
All seniors will be recognized for achievements & commitments!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Jackson!
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, Jackson!
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 Awards & Honors Ceremony
Grades 7th - 12th
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
6:30 PM - Ceremony
Acorn Gymnasium
*Students receiving an award will receive an invitation in their student email.
#orsd.lifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, KaitLynn!
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, KaitLynn!
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!

Lyle Receives Recognition at AR FCCLA State Conference
Acorn FCCLA Adviser and FACS teacher, Mindy Lyle, has been recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Arkansas FCCLA Educated Adviser Award.
This year, Mindy completed 145.5 hours of professional development, including 64 hours specifically focused on FCCLA.
The FCCLA Educated Adviser Award honors advisers who go above and beyond in their professional growth, requiring a minimum of 50 hours of professional development, with at least 30 hours dedicated to FCCLA-specific training. This recognition reflects a strong commitment to continuous improvement, leadership development, and providing the highest quality experiences for FCCLA members.
Congratulations, Mindy Lyle!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Acorn FCCLA Adviser and FACS teacher, Mindy Lyle, has been recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Arkansas FCCLA Educated Adviser Award.
This year, Mindy completed 145.5 hours of professional development, including 64 hours specifically focused on FCCLA.
The FCCLA Educated Adviser Award honors advisers who go above and beyond in their professional growth, requiring a minimum of 50 hours of professional development, with at least 30 hours dedicated to FCCLA-specific training. This recognition reflects a strong commitment to continuous improvement, leadership development, and providing the highest quality experiences for FCCLA members.
Congratulations, Mindy Lyle!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE


Acorn High School Choir & Music Department
7th Annual Theater Production presents: KILROY WAS HERE
May 7, 8 & 9, 2026
6:30 PM
Mary Davis Gym - Acorn Schools' campus
Admission: $5 per person
Concessions will be available
Acorn Schools' campus
143 Polk Road 96
Mena,, Arkansas 71953
7th Annual Theater Production presents: KILROY WAS HERE
May 7, 8 & 9, 2026
6:30 PM
Mary Davis Gym - Acorn Schools' campus
Admission: $5 per person
Concessions will be available
Acorn Schools' campus
143 Polk Road 96
Mena,, Arkansas 71953

ATTN: Acorn High School Students & Parents!
Students who will be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade in the 2026-2027 school year, please mark your calendar for an important meeting to attend to learn about concurrent college credit course offerings, technical programs and accelerated learning opportunities for next year!
When: Tuesday, April 21st
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn High School
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
Students, please bring your Chromebook fully charged and charger to the meeting. Students and parents to attend.
Thank you! I look forward to seeing you at the meeting on April 21st!
Tammy Young
AHS Counselor
479-394-5544 x, 104
tyoung@orsd.k12.ar.us
Students who will be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade in the 2026-2027 school year, please mark your calendar for an important meeting to attend to learn about concurrent college credit course offerings, technical programs and accelerated learning opportunities for next year!
When: Tuesday, April 21st
Time: 5:30 PM
Where: Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn High School
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
Students, please bring your Chromebook fully charged and charger to the meeting. Students and parents to attend.
Thank you! I look forward to seeing you at the meeting on April 21st!
Tammy Young
AHS Counselor
479-394-5544 x, 104
tyoung@orsd.k12.ar.us

📣 Attention Acorn Athletic Fans!
There has been a time change for the Acorn Tigers game at Hector. Due to a scheduled doubleheader, the game will now begin at 4:00 PM.
The Acorn Lady Tigers will still take the field as planned at 4:30 PM.
Come out and support your Tigers and Lady Tigers—let’s pack the stands and cheer them on! 🐯
There has been a time change for the Acorn Tigers game at Hector. Due to a scheduled doubleheader, the game will now begin at 4:00 PM.
The Acorn Lady Tigers will still take the field as planned at 4:30 PM.
Come out and support your Tigers and Lady Tigers—let’s pack the stands and cheer them on! 🐯

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Destiny!
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, Destiny!
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!

ATTN: AHS Class of 2026 Students, Parents & Families
Acorn High School Senior Recognition Day
Thursday, April 23, 2026
11:30 AM
Acorn Gymnasium
All seniors will be recognized for achievements & commitments!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Acorn High School Senior Recognition Day
Thursday, April 23, 2026
11:30 AM
Acorn Gymnasium
All seniors will be recognized for achievements & commitments!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Skylar!
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, Skylar!
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!

UPDATED SCHEDULE!!
🐯 This Week in Acorn Athletics & Activities 🐯
It’s a busy and exciting week at Acorn! Be sure to come out and support our students in athletics and activities.
Monday, April 6
• Tigers Baseball hosts Kirby – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• Junior High Track travels to Waldron
Tuesday, April 7
• Tigers Baseball hosts Subiaco – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• 7th Grade Track travels to Waldron
Thursday, April 9
• Lady Tigers Softball travels to Mountainburg – Games begin at 4:00 PM. GAME HAS BEEN CANCELED
• Senior High Track travels to Waldron
Friday, April 10
• Acorn Juniors & Seniors travel to the Polk County Fairgrounds to participate in Operation Prom
• Lady Tigers Softball & Tigers Baseball travel to Hector – Games begin at 4:30 PM
Saturday, April 11
• Lady Tigers Softball travels to Horatio for their annual Shrimp Boil Softball Tournament
• Band & Choir travel to Branson for their annual trip
📣 All athletic events are weather permitting.
Let’s show our Tiger Pride and support all of our Acorn students this week! 💙💛🐯
🐯 This Week in Acorn Athletics & Activities 🐯
It’s a busy and exciting week at Acorn! Be sure to come out and support our students in athletics and activities.
Monday, April 6
• Tigers Baseball hosts Kirby – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• Junior High Track travels to Waldron
Tuesday, April 7
• Tigers Baseball hosts Subiaco – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• 7th Grade Track travels to Waldron
Thursday, April 9
• Lady Tigers Softball travels to Mountainburg – Games begin at 4:00 PM. GAME HAS BEEN CANCELED
• Senior High Track travels to Waldron
Friday, April 10
• Acorn Juniors & Seniors travel to the Polk County Fairgrounds to participate in Operation Prom
• Lady Tigers Softball & Tigers Baseball travel to Hector – Games begin at 4:30 PM
Saturday, April 11
• Lady Tigers Softball travels to Horatio for their annual Shrimp Boil Softball Tournament
• Band & Choir travel to Branson for their annual trip
📣 All athletic events are weather permitting.
Let’s show our Tiger Pride and support all of our Acorn students this week! 💙💛🐯

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Ben!
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, Ben!
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!

CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Ty!
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, Ty!
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!

🐯 This Week in Acorn Athletics & Activities 🐯
It’s a busy and exciting week at Acorn! Be sure to come out and support our students in athletics and activities.
Monday, April 6
• Tigers Baseball hosts Kirby – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• Junior High Track travels to Waldron
Tuesday, April 7
• Tigers Baseball hosts Subiaco – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• 7th Grade Track travels to Waldron
Thursday, April 9
• Lady Tigers Softball & Tigers Baseball travel to Mountainburg – Games begin at 4:00 PM
• Senior High Track travels to Waldron
Friday, April 10
• Acorn Juniors & Seniors travel to the Polk County Fairgrounds to participate in Operation Prom
• Lady Tigers Softball & Tigers Baseball travel to Hector – Games begin at 4:30 PM
Saturday, April 11
• Lady Tigers Softball travels to Horatio for their annual Shrimp Boil Softball Tournament
• Band & Choir travel to Branson for their annual trip
📣 All athletic events are weather permitting.
Let’s show our Tiger Pride and support all of our Acorn students this week! 💙💛🐯
It’s a busy and exciting week at Acorn! Be sure to come out and support our students in athletics and activities.
Monday, April 6
• Tigers Baseball hosts Kirby – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• Junior High Track travels to Waldron
Tuesday, April 7
• Tigers Baseball hosts Subiaco – Game begins at 4:30 PM
• 7th Grade Track travels to Waldron
Thursday, April 9
• Lady Tigers Softball & Tigers Baseball travel to Mountainburg – Games begin at 4:00 PM
• Senior High Track travels to Waldron
Friday, April 10
• Acorn Juniors & Seniors travel to the Polk County Fairgrounds to participate in Operation Prom
• Lady Tigers Softball & Tigers Baseball travel to Hector – Games begin at 4:30 PM
Saturday, April 11
• Lady Tigers Softball travels to Horatio for their annual Shrimp Boil Softball Tournament
• Band & Choir travel to Branson for their annual trip
📣 All athletic events are weather permitting.
Let’s show our Tiger Pride and support all of our Acorn students this week! 💙💛🐯

National Paraprofessionals Day

AHS Celebrates Our Paraprofessionals! National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
Thank you to our paraprofessionals, Kristina Johnson and Danielle Powell!
Your support and service to the Ouachita River School District students, parents, staff, families and community is so valuable and appreciated!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Thank you to our paraprofessionals, Kristina Johnson and Danielle Powell!
Your support and service to the Ouachita River School District students, parents, staff, families and community is so valuable and appreciated!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE


