Ouachita River School District

ACORN JR TIGERS BASKETBALL Post-game highlights - November 18th Nashville Insurance Junior Invitational Acorn vs DeQueen JR Boys JR Tigers 26 JR Leopards 29 Top Scorer Isaiah Clovis - 6 pts

The Acorn Senior Tigers are set for a thrilling showdown in Dierks at the classic tournament! Tip-off for the action-packed week begins on Thursday, November 21st, at 7:15 PM, when the Senior Boys take on the DeQueen Leopards in what promises to be an intense matchup. Then, Friday brings double the excitement! The Senior Lady Tigers face off against the Nevada Blue Jays at 4:30 PM, followed by the Senior Tigers battling the Dierks Outlaws at 5:45 PM. Get ready for a night of high-energy hoops as our Tigers hit the court with everything they've got! Go Tigers! 🐾🏀

ACORN SR TIGERS & SR LADY TIGERS BASKETBALL Post-game highlights - November 15th Acorn Home Game @Acorn vs Haworth SR Girls & SR Boys Acorn vs Haworth SR Girls Lady Tigers 83 Lady Lions 20 Top Scorers Victoria Squires - 15 pts Kimberly Cline - 14 pts KaitLynn Ledbetter - 13 pts Chanity Hall - 10 pts Cruizzers Player of the Game - Kimberly Cline Coach Ledbetter: I felt like the girls finally shot the ball the way that we are capable of shooting it. We put 4 great quarters together of solid defense and offense. Acorn vs Haworth SR Boys Tigers 55 Lions 61 Top Scorer Kaden Carter - 23 pts Cruizzers Player of the Game - Eilam Holland

UofA Visit to AHS On November 19th, the University of Arkansas Admissions Counselor Janelle Tuckmantel met with students and presented an overview of academic programs, admissions process, scholarships and financial aid, housing, dining and student/campus life at the University of Arkansas. Students were provided viewbooks and prizes were awarded to students answering questions posed about the university. Thank you, Janelle and the University of Arkansas! Ouachita River School District....preparing students for life! #orsdlifeprep

AHS JRs & SRs Meet with UA Fort Smith Representative Kendrix Holcomb On October 23rd, UA Fort Smith Admissions Counselor Kendrix Holcomb met with juniors and seniors and presented an overview of academic programs, admissions process, scholarships and financial aid, housing, dining and student/campus life at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. During the Q & A, students were provided viewbooks and invited for upcoming campus events. Thank you, Kendrix and UA Fort Smith! Ouachita River School District....preparing students for life! #orsdlifeprep

Get ready for an epic clash as the Acorn Jr. & Sr. Lady Tigers and Sr. Tigers hit the road to face off against the Jr. & Sr. Lady Timberwolves and Sr. Timberwolves in Oden! It’s the battle of blue & gold against orange & black, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Join us at the Bill Kelly Gym at 5:30 PM to witness this thrilling matchup! Don’t miss out on this showdown!

Here’s the November Acorn Archery Schedule: Practice Times Monday, November 18th: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Wednesday, November 20th: 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM

AHS Student Leaders Attend UARM Civic Engagement Session On October 25, 2024, Acorn High School student leaders attended and participated in a civic engagement event hosted by the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain in partnership with the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute. The aim of the civic engagement listening session facilitated by The Winthrop Rockefeller Institute is to improve the civic health of Arkansas by hearing from students to learn about the good things happening in communities and any barriers in participating in volunteering, voting and community meetings. This was an excellent opportunity for student leaders to share their thoughts and represent their school and community in an active and meaningful way. Students attending from Acorn High School were: Christian Christiana, Eilam Holland, Rebecca Moore, Adalyn Bohlman, Jordan Wagner, Lauren Cruz, Madelynn Auer and Dawson Davis. Ouachita River School District....preparing students for life! #orsdlifeprep 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 Junior Tigers are fired up and ready for battle in the Nashville Jr. Insurance Invitational! On November 18th at 4 PM, they’ll face off against DeQueen, aiming for a big win. If they claim victory, they’ll be back on November 21st at 7 PM to keep their championship hopes alive. Should they stumble, they’ll regroup and return for a game on November 23rd at noon, determined to finish strong. Meanwhile, the Junior Lady Tigers hit the court on November 20th at 7 PM, taking on the winner of the Nashville vs. Murfreesboro matchup. Both teams are ready to bring their best—Go Tigers!

The Acorn Senior Tigers are set for a thrilling showdown in Dierks at the classic tournament! Tip-off for the action-packed week begins on Thursday, November 21st, at 7:15 PM when the Senior Boys take on the DeQueen Leopards in what promises to be an intense matchup. Then, Friday brings double the excitement! The Senior Lady Tigers face off against the Nevada Blue Jays at 4:30 PM, followed by the Senior Tigers battling the Dierks Outlaws at 5:45 PM. Get ready for a night of high-energy hoops as our Tigers hit the court with everything they've got! Go Tigers! 🐾🏀

The Acorn Sr. Lady Tigers and Sr. Tigers are ready to roar in the Dierks Senior Classic! It's time for our hometown heroes to hit the court and show what they’re made of in this exclusive seniors-only tournament. Come out and support your Tigers as they battle for glory and aim for victory!

Acorn Lady Tigers & Acorn Tigers are set to take on Haworth. Senior teams only; games will begin at 530 pm.

Get ready to cheer on the Junior Tigers and Junior Lady Tigers as they gear up for the Nashville Junior Insurance Invitational! The tournament brackets are set, and our teams are prepared to bring their A-game in each showdown. Join us in the stands and show your Tiger pride as they battle their way to the top. Let’s fill the gym with Tiger spirit and support our athletes every step of the way. Go Tigers! 🐯🏀 #TigerPride

Nashville Junior High Tournament November 18/23. Come to Nashville and support the Jr Lady Tigers & Jr Tigers as they compete in this tournament! Times will be announced as soon as they post!

Oden travels to Oark. Senior teams play at 5 pm. Come out and support your Timberwolves!

The Junior Tigers are fired up and ready for battle in the Nashville Jr. Insurance Invitational! On November 18th at 4 PM, they’ll face off against DeQueen, aiming for a big win. If they claim victory, they’ll be back on November 21st at 7 PM to keep their championship hopes alive. Should they stumble, they’ll regroup and return for a game on November 23rd at noon, determined to finish strong. Meanwhile, the Junior Lady Tigers hit the court on November 20th at 7 PM, taking on the winner of the Nashville vs. Murfreesboro matchup. Both teams are ready to bring their best—Go Tigers! 🐅🏀

Acorn Elementary Update Check out our Facebook page for October's perfect attendance, last week's PAWS awards, and positive office referrals. Celebrate our amazing students and their achievements! https://www.facebook.com/AcornElementary

AHS Hosts Veterans Program On Friday, November 8, 2024, Acorn High School hosted a special, patriotic program recognizing and honoring Veterans from all branches of the military. The program included the following: Welcome - Mr. Jerrall Strasner, ORSD Superintendent & Mr. Chad Frost, AHS History Teacher National Anthem - Acorn High School Band & Choir Military Branches Ensemble & Presentation of Flags - Acorn High School Band & Choir Honoring Our Veterans Slideshow - Created by AHS E.A.S.T. - AHS E.A.S.T. Teacher Makaila Goodner, Amy May, Christian Christiana and Gabriel Lickly Guest Speaker - Mr. Jerrall Strasner, ORSD Superintendent Mr. Strasner recognized our Veterans for their sacrifice and service, thanking their families for the sacrifices they made as well. He challenged the students to live a life of serving others and to lead well. Students, Veterans and guests were presented with an American flag to waive proudly during the ceremony. At the conclusion of the program, Veterans and guests were invited to have lunch with the high school students after the program. Thank you to the Veterans for your sacrifice and service to the United States of America! Ouachita River School District....preparing students for life! #orsdlifeprep

The Thanksgiving lunch for Pre-K through 6th grade at Oden Campus is scheduled for Thursday, November 14, from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. If you've registered to join, we look forward to welcoming you. Please come and enjoy this special time with us!

The Thanksgiving lunch at Acorn Campus is scheduled as follows: -Kindergarten: Monday, November 13, from 10:45 to 11:30 AM -3rd & 4th Grade: Monday, November 13, from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM -1st & 2nd Grade: Tuesday, November 14, from 10:45 to 11:30 AM -5th & 6th Grade: Tuesday, November 14, from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM We invite you to join us for this special occasion and enjoy lunch with your student.