CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Zack!
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, Zack!
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 Sports Physicals:
For next years 7th-12th grade athletes.
When: Tomorrow, May 20th
Start time: 9 AM
With preliminary work-ups. 2:00 doctor checks.
For next years 7th-12th grade athletes.
When: Tomorrow, May 20th
Start time: 9 AM
With preliminary work-ups. 2:00 doctor checks.
CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Emma!
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, Emma!
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, Myah!
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, Myah!
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
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
8:45 AM
Acorn Cafeteria
Senior Breakfast, Walk Thru and Graduation Practice
BRING CAP and GOWN!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
8:45 AM
Acorn Cafeteria
Senior Breakfast, Walk Thru and Graduation Practice
BRING CAP and GOWN!

AHS Class of 2026 Announces Valedictorian and Salutatorian
KaitLynn Ledbetter, daughter of Chris and KyLynn Ledbetter will be recognized and honored as the AHS Class of 2026 Valedictorian. Zane Newton, son of Heather Irwin, will be recognized and honored as the AHS Class of 2026 Salutatorian.
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Acorn Gymnasium.
Congratulations, KaitLynn and Zane! We are proud of you!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
KaitLynn Ledbetter, daughter of Chris and KyLynn Ledbetter will be recognized and honored as the AHS Class of 2026 Valedictorian. Zane Newton, son of Heather Irwin, will be recognized and honored as the AHS Class of 2026 Salutatorian.
Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Acorn Gymnasium.
Congratulations, KaitLynn and Zane! We are proud of you!
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE


CONGRATULATIONS AHS CLASS of 2026!
We are proud of you, Hayden!
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, Hayden!
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, Izaak!
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, Izaak!
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!

🚧 Road Closure Notice 🚧
Please be advised that American Legion Road in Acorn will be closed today due to paving work. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as improvements are being made.
Please plan alternate routes accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation!
Please be advised that American Legion Road in Acorn will be closed today due to paving work. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as improvements are being made.
Please plan alternate routes accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation!
Just a reminder!
Acorn High School Awards & Honors Ceremony
Grades 7th - 12th
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:30 PM - Ceremony
Acorn Gymnasium
*Students receiving an award or honor received an invitation in their student email.
#orsd.lifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Acorn High School Awards & Honors Ceremony
Grades 7th - 12th
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:30 PM - Ceremony
Acorn Gymnasium
*Students receiving an award or honor received an invitation in their student email.
#orsd.lifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE

Join us in celebrating a historic moment for Acorn Lady Tigers Softball!
Huge congratulations to Acorn Lady Tigers pitcher, KaitLynn Ledbetter, on recording her 500th career strikeout! 🏆🔥
This incredible milestone is a testament to KaitLynn’s absolute dominance in the circle, her tireless work ethic, and her unwavering dedication to her team. She is a standout to this unforgettable career achievement and has consistently set the standard for what it means to be an Acorn Lady Tiger.
Opposing batters know the challenge they face every time she steps onto the rubber, and her fierce competitive spirit continues to inspire everyone around her. She will continue her softball career to the next level at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain!
Congratulations, KaitLynn! We are proud of you! 💙💛🥎
Huge congratulations to Acorn Lady Tigers pitcher, KaitLynn Ledbetter, on recording her 500th career strikeout! 🏆🔥
This incredible milestone is a testament to KaitLynn’s absolute dominance in the circle, her tireless work ethic, and her unwavering dedication to her team. She is a standout to this unforgettable career achievement and has consistently set the standard for what it means to be an Acorn Lady Tiger.
Opposing batters know the challenge they face every time she steps onto the rubber, and her fierce competitive spirit continues to inspire everyone around her. She will continue her softball career to the next level at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain!
Congratulations, KaitLynn! We are proud of you! 💙💛🥎

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

JOIN the OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT for the 2026-2027 school year!
ORSD earned grade “A” rating for Arkansas school districts through Arkansas Department of Education school letter grades and report card rating system!
OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
ACORN & ODEN Campuses
SCHOOL CHOICE Deadline: June 1, 2026
Steps to complete the process include:
1 - Complete the APPLICATION FOR SCHOOL CHOICE TRANSFER
https://adecm.ade.arkansas.gov/Attachments/2026SchoolChoiceApp_OSCPE_092025.pdf
2 - On or before June 1, 2026 deadline, submit the completed application.
Applications may be obtained from Ouachita River School District website:
www.ouachitariversd.org > School Choice Application (orange button to application link)
Applications may be delivered or mailed to the Acorn campus or Oden campus or the Ouachita River School District Administration Office.
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
ORSD earned grade “A” rating for Arkansas school districts through Arkansas Department of Education school letter grades and report card rating system!
OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
ACORN & ODEN Campuses
SCHOOL CHOICE Deadline: June 1, 2026
Steps to complete the process include:
1 - Complete the APPLICATION FOR SCHOOL CHOICE TRANSFER
https://adecm.ade.arkansas.gov/Attachments/2026SchoolChoiceApp_OSCPE_092025.pdf
2 - On or before June 1, 2026 deadline, submit the completed application.
Applications may be obtained from Ouachita River School District website:
www.ouachitariversd.org > School Choice Application (orange button to application link)
Applications may be delivered or mailed to the Acorn campus or Oden campus or the Ouachita River School District Administration Office.
#orsdlifeprep
#AEStigersSERVE
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#AHStigersSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE


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

Tonight, Friday, May 15th!
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
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
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
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE

Nance Named Dean of Students for Oden K-12 Schools
Ouachita River School District is pleased to announce Kevin Nance as the Dean of Students for Oden K-12 Schools for the 2026-27 school year. Nance has been part of the Ouachita River School District since 2017, first serving as a substitute teacher before moving into a classroom teaching role. He worked for two years at Acorn High School and has served as Oden High School’s science teacher for the past four years.
Nance shared, 'I'm honored to step into the role of Dean of Students while continuing to teach in the science classroom, and I'm looking forward to supporting our students in this new capacity alongside the work I love."
Congratulations, Mr. Nance!
#orsdlifeprep
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE
Ouachita River School District is pleased to announce Kevin Nance as the Dean of Students for Oden K-12 Schools for the 2026-27 school year. Nance has been part of the Ouachita River School District since 2017, first serving as a substitute teacher before moving into a classroom teaching role. He worked for two years at Acorn High School and has served as Oden High School’s science teacher for the past four years.
Nance shared, 'I'm honored to step into the role of Dean of Students while continuing to teach in the science classroom, and I'm looking forward to supporting our students in this new capacity alongside the work I love."
Congratulations, Mr. Nance!
#orsdlifeprep
#OMESwolvesSERVE
#OHSwolvesSERVE

Oden High School Commencement Ceremony
Friday, May 22, 2026
7:00 PM
Bill Kelly Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#OHSwolvesSERVE
Friday, May 22, 2026
7:00 PM
Bill Kelly Gymnasium
#orsdlifeprep
#OHSwolvesSERVE

Acorn High School Athletic Physicals
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
Athletes planning to participate in school athletics for 2026-2027 are required to have a current physical on file.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
Athletes planning to participate in school athletics for 2026-2027 are required to have a current physical on file.

Acorn High School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
Graduates need to report to gym by 6:15 PM.
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM
Acorn Gymnasium
Graduates need to report to gym by 6:15 PM.
#orsdlifeprep
#AHStigersSERVE

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
#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, 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!

