Ouachita River School District 2026-2027 Year
Acorn and Oden campuses
Just a friendly reminder!
First Day of School - Tuesday, August 11, 2026
7:45 AM - 4:13 PM
First Day of MONDAY PROGRAM - Monday, August 17, 2026
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
ORSD FY2027 School Calendar
We look forward to serving you in 2026-2027!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
Acorn and Oden campuses
Just a friendly reminder!
First Day of School - Tuesday, August 11, 2026
7:45 AM - 4:13 PM
First Day of MONDAY PROGRAM - Monday, August 17, 2026
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
ORSD FY2027 School Calendar
We look forward to serving you in 2026-2027!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
Just a friendly reminder! WE are looking forward to visiting with you today at the public meeting and open house on the ORSD - Oden Campus!
ORSD Public Meeting & Oden Campus Open House events
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Oden Cafeteria
Oden Public Schools Open House events
Oden Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Ode Maddox Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Ode Maddox Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Oden High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Oden High School Building
6:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
ORSD Public Meeting & Oden Campus Open House events
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Oden Cafeteria
Oden Public Schools Open House events
Oden Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Ode Maddox Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Ode Maddox Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Oden High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Oden High School Building
6:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
Just a friendly reminder! WE are looking forward to visiting with you today at the public meeting and open house events on the ORSD - Acorn Campus!
ORSD Public Meeting & Acorn Campus Open House events
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn Public Schools Open House events
Acorn Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Acorn Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Acorn High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Gym
7th grade - 5:00 PM
8th grade - 5:30 PM
9th grade - 6:00 PM
10th grade - 6:30 PM
11th grade - 7:00 PM
12th grade - 7:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
ORSD Public Meeting & Acorn Campus Open House events
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn Public Schools Open House events
Acorn Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Acorn Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Acorn High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Gym
7th grade - 5:00 PM
8th grade - 5:30 PM
9th grade - 6:00 PM
10th grade - 6:30 PM
11th grade - 7:00 PM
12th grade - 7:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
Ouachita River School District Celebrating District Day!
We are grateful to see each other, share our summer experiences and memories, and excited to get started this year and serve our students, parents, families and communities!
It's a great day to be a member of the Ouachita River School District family!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
Ouachita River School District 2026-2027 Year
Acorn and Oden campuses
Just a friendly reminder!
First Day of School - Tuesday, August 11, 2026
7:45 AM - 4:13 PM
First Day of MONDAY PROGRAM - Monday, August 17, 2026
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
ORSD FY2027 School Calendar
School Supplies
We look forward to serving you in 2026-2027!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
ORSD Public Meeting & Oden Campus Open House events
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Oden Cafeteria
Oden Public Schools Open House events
Oden Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Ode Maddox Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Ode Maddox Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Oden High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Oden High School Building
6:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Oden Cafeteria
Oden Public Schools Open House events
Oden Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Ode Maddox Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Ode Maddox Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Oden High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Oden High School Building
6:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
ORSD Public Meeting & Acorn Campus Open House events
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn Public Schools Open House events
Acorn Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Acorn Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Acorn High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Gym
7th grade - 5:00 PM
8th grade - 5:30 PM
9th grade - 6:00 PM
10th grade - 6:30 PM
11th grade - 7:00 PM
12th grade - 7:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
ORSD Public Meeting
Thursday, 8/06/2026
6:00 PM
Acorn Cafeteria
Acorn Public Schools Open House events
Acorn Preschool
Parents will be contacted about dates/times.
Acorn Elementary School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Elementary School Building
6:30 PM
Acorn High School
Thursday, 8/06/2026
Acorn Gym
7th grade - 5:00 PM
8th grade - 5:30 PM
9th grade - 6:00 PM
10th grade - 6:30 PM
11th grade - 7:00 PM
12th grade - 7:30 PM
We look forward to serving you in the 2026-2027 school year!
Acorn 2027 Seniors will be taking their Senior Photos on Friday August 7th from 8:00 am to 12 noon in the Acorn Auditorium. Letters will be mailed out today with your time slot and other important information. Questions can be texted to 479-234-0614 or email gpearce@orsd.k12.ar.us
Just a friendly reminder!
Ouachita River School District - Acorn and Oden campuses Public Meetings & Open House events
See flyer for event details
#orsdlifeprep
We are excited to partner with you ifor a great school year in 2026-2027!
Ouachita River School District - Acorn and Oden campuses Public Meetings & Open House events
See flyer for event details
#orsdlifeprep
We are excited to partner with you ifor a great school year in 2026-2027!
AHS Cheer Squad Earns Top Honors
The Acorn Cheer Squad attended NCA Cheer Camp in Waldron, July 13th and 14th. During the 2-day camp, the squad participated in competition, training, and leadership development where they received individual and team awards recognizing excellence in leadership, skill, and spirit.
Individual Honors
🏆 Pin It Forward Award- Mylee Sharp, Madelynn Auer
📣 Selected by NCA instructors, this is given to individuals who display leadership, kindness, and spirit. They receive two pins, one to keep and one to pass on to another cheerleader who exhibits the same qualities.
🏆 All American Nominees- Mylee Sharp, Addisyn Kaelin, Madelynn Auer
📣 Selected by NCA instructors, these individuals display superior cheerleading techniques in one or more of the following areas: jumps, tumbling, stunting, motion technique, leadership, and dance.
🏆 All-American Team- Mylee Sharp, Addisyn Kaelin
📣 Outstanding individuals who exemplify the best cheerleading skills during the All-American Team Tryout
🏆 Individual Leadership Plaque- Madelynn Auer
📣 Awarded to the individual that displays excellence in leadership throughout camp and in “Leaders in Training” Class
Team Honors
🏆 Technical Excellence Award in Prop Usage
🏆 Superior Evaluation Rating for Band Chant
🏆 2nd Place Overall Band Chant
🏆 NCA Spirit Award
📣 Voted on by all teams at camp, as the team that has added the most spirit to the camp
🏆 NFHS Squad Credential
📣 Awarded to teams that exemplify the “Roles of a Cheerleader”
Congratulations to the 2026-2027 Acorn Cheer Squad on representing their community and school with excellence and true Tiger Spirit!
#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!
The Acorn Cheer Squad attended NCA Cheer Camp in Waldron, July 13th and 14th. During the 2-day camp, the squad participated in competition, training, and leadership development where they received individual and team awards recognizing excellence in leadership, skill, and spirit.
Individual Honors
🏆 Pin It Forward Award- Mylee Sharp, Madelynn Auer
📣 Selected by NCA instructors, this is given to individuals who display leadership, kindness, and spirit. They receive two pins, one to keep and one to pass on to another cheerleader who exhibits the same qualities.
🏆 All American Nominees- Mylee Sharp, Addisyn Kaelin, Madelynn Auer
📣 Selected by NCA instructors, these individuals display superior cheerleading techniques in one or more of the following areas: jumps, tumbling, stunting, motion technique, leadership, and dance.
🏆 All-American Team- Mylee Sharp, Addisyn Kaelin
📣 Outstanding individuals who exemplify the best cheerleading skills during the All-American Team Tryout
🏆 Individual Leadership Plaque- Madelynn Auer
📣 Awarded to the individual that displays excellence in leadership throughout camp and in “Leaders in Training” Class
Team Honors
🏆 Technical Excellence Award in Prop Usage
🏆 Superior Evaluation Rating for Band Chant
🏆 2nd Place Overall Band Chant
🏆 NCA Spirit Award
📣 Voted on by all teams at camp, as the team that has added the most spirit to the camp
🏆 NFHS Squad Credential
📣 Awarded to teams that exemplify the “Roles of a Cheerleader”
Congratulations to the 2026-2027 Acorn Cheer Squad on representing their community and school with excellence and true Tiger Spirit!
#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!
ORSD Welcomes Liberty Jacot as Acorn Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher for 2026-2027 Year!
"Hello! I am Liberty Jacot. I am honored to join the Acorn Elementary family. I bring 16 years of teaching experience and hold both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Education. I am passionate about creating a warm, supportive classroom where every student feels encouraged to learn and grow. I look forward to getting to know my students, families, and colleagues and becoming part of Acorn’s school community! GoTigers!"
Welcome, Liberty!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
Ouachita River School District - Acorn and Oden campuses Public Meetings & Open House events
See flyer for event details
#orsdlifeprep
See flyer for event details
#orsdlifeprep
Ouachita River School District - ESS Substitute Training & Hiring Event
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Oden Schools' Board Room - 10:00 AM
To REGISTER: https://calendly.com/bhampton2013/hiring-substitutes-for-orsd-oden-7-16
ORSD Administration Building Board Room - 1:00 PM
To REGISTER: https://calendly.com/bhampton2013/hiring-substitutes-for-orsd-acorn-7-16
#orsdlifeprep
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Oden Schools' Board Room - 10:00 AM
To REGISTER: https://calendly.com/bhampton2013/hiring-substitutes-for-orsd-oden-7-16
ORSD Administration Building Board Room - 1:00 PM
To REGISTER: https://calendly.com/bhampton2013/hiring-substitutes-for-orsd-acorn-7-16
#orsdlifeprep
Acorn Schools' Summer Backpack Program
Distribution for the week of July 6 - 10, 2026 is scheduled:
TUESDAY, JULY 7th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Acorn High School Office
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
Distribution for the week of July 6 - 10, 2026 is scheduled:
TUESDAY, JULY 7th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Acorn High School Office
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
Happy 4th of July Independence Day from Ouachita River School District!
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ORSD Welcomes Jeb Willborg as Acorn High School Middle and High School Social Studies and History Teacher for 2026-2027 Year!
"My name is Jeb Willborg, and I am excited to be joining the Ouachita River School District team this year. I am a proud graduate of Acorn High School, Class of 2019, and I am very excited to be returning home to teach in the community that helped shape me.
After graduating from the University of Arkansas, I spent two great years teaching in the Berryville School District. My wife, Halli, and I are both very excited to be back home, and I look forward to building relationships with students, families, and the community this school year."
Welcome, Jeb!
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"My name is Jeb Willborg, and I am excited to be joining the Ouachita River School District team this year. I am a proud graduate of Acorn High School, Class of 2019, and I am very excited to be returning home to teach in the community that helped shape me.
After graduating from the University of Arkansas, I spent two great years teaching in the Berryville School District. My wife, Halli, and I are both very excited to be back home, and I look forward to building relationships with students, families, and the community this school year."
Welcome, Jeb!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
ORSD Welcomes Kirstin Cox as Acorn Elementary School Teacher Aide/Paraprofessional for 2026-2027 Year!
"Hi! I am Kirstin Cox, and was born and raised in Hot Springs, AR, and then moved all over the country. I am a United States Navy Veteran, and a lover of books. God has blessed my husband, Jay, and our two sons, Abel and Noah, and I, and we love our little farm on the mountain here in Mena. I am HONORED to be a part of the AES family!"
Welcome, Kirstin!
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"Hi! I am Kirstin Cox, and was born and raised in Hot Springs, AR, and then moved all over the country. I am a United States Navy Veteran, and a lover of books. God has blessed my husband, Jay, and our two sons, Abel and Noah, and I, and we love our little farm on the mountain here in Mena. I am HONORED to be a part of the AES family!"
Welcome, Kirstin!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
ORSD Welcomes Hope Schwoerer as Acorn Elementary School 4th Grade Teacher for 2026-2027 Year!
"Hello, Tigers!
My name is Hope Schwoerer (pronounced sh-where), and I am excited to join the Acorn Elementary Community where I will be teaching 4th Grade Science. I bring with me a love for the outdoors and nearly 20 years of teaching experience. Half of those years were spent teaching in the Austin, Texas area and the other half in central Illinois. With our only son, Ryder, off to college and on his way to becoming a pilot, my husband, Matt, and I are thrilled to be relocating to Mena. We are looking forward to making new friends, hiking trails with beautiful views and exploring the area by motorcycle.”
Welcome, Hope!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
"Hello, Tigers!
My name is Hope Schwoerer (pronounced sh-where), and I am excited to join the Acorn Elementary Community where I will be teaching 4th Grade Science. I bring with me a love for the outdoors and nearly 20 years of teaching experience. Half of those years were spent teaching in the Austin, Texas area and the other half in central Illinois. With our only son, Ryder, off to college and on his way to becoming a pilot, my husband, Matt, and I are thrilled to be relocating to Mena. We are looking forward to making new friends, hiking trails with beautiful views and exploring the area by motorcycle.”
Welcome, Hope!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
2026 ArSCA Conference
Oden K-12 Counselor Apryl Philpot and Acorn High School Counselor Tammy Young attended the 2026 Arkansas School Counselors Association Summer Conference in Hot Springs. The conference theme "Be The Spark" in celebration of the 250 Year Celebration of our nation's independence and recognizing the impact of school counselors in making a difference.
Thank you to the ArSCA Board and Conference Planning Committee for great sessions and speakers to equip counselors for the upcoming year!
#orsdlifeprep
Oden K-12 Counselor Apryl Philpot and Acorn High School Counselor Tammy Young attended the 2026 Arkansas School Counselors Association Summer Conference in Hot Springs. The conference theme "Be The Spark" in celebration of the 250 Year Celebration of our nation's independence and recognizing the impact of school counselors in making a difference.
Thank you to the ArSCA Board and Conference Planning Committee for great sessions and speakers to equip counselors for the upcoming year!
#orsdlifeprep
Ouachita River School District 2026-2027 Year
Acorn and Oden campuses
First Day of School - Tuesday, August 11, 2026
7:45 AM - 4:13 PM
ORSD FY2027 School Calendar
Information about ORSD Public Meetings and Open House events for Acorn Public Schools and Oden Public Schools to be announced soon!
We look forward to serving you in 2026-2027!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
Acorn and Oden campuses
First Day of School - Tuesday, August 11, 2026
7:45 AM - 4:13 PM
ORSD FY2027 School Calendar
Information about ORSD Public Meetings and Open House events for Acorn Public Schools and Oden Public Schools to be announced soon!
We look forward to serving you in 2026-2027!
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
