Acorn Schools' Music Department Presents Christmas Concerts
AHS Band Concert - 7th - 12th Grades
Thursday, December 5th
7:00 PM
Mary Davis Gym
143 Polk Rd 96
Mena, AR 71953
Acorn Schools' Choir Concerts - 5th & 6th Grades and 7th - 12th Grades
Thursday, December 12th
7:00 PM
Mary Davis Gym
143 Polk Rd 96
Mena, AR 71953
Come out and join in the holiday spirit!
ATTENTION: COMMUNITY MEMBERS
To access the parking area near the Acorn campus track for walking, running, training, etc..,please use the drive to the left of the Acorn Gymnasium for entering and exiting. Follow the road behind the gym to park near the track entrance/exit gate.
Thank you!
Oden Campus: Join us for a delightful evening on December 11th with holiday cheer for our Santa Supper, Elementary Musical, and the live Nativity Play! This festive event promises a magical experience for the entire family, featuring a delicious supper in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Then enjoy listening to our elementary students sing your favorite Christmas songs! Afterward, immerse yourself in the timeless story of the Nativity, beautifully brought to life by our wonderful students. It's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the season, make lasting memories, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of Santa himself! We look forward to sharing this special evening with you and spreading the joy of the holidays.
ACORN CAMPUS : Important Notice: Mandatory Scoliosis Screening
Dear Parents and Guardians,
On December 4, 2024, the school nurse will be conducting mandatory scoliosis screenings for all 8th-grade students and 6th-grade female students.
Please be on the lookout for more information, which will be sent home in your child’s backpack.
If you do not wish for your student to participate in the screening, please send a letter or contact the school by phone to opt out.
Thank you for your attention to this important health matter.
Sincerely,
Amanda Bennett, LPN
Ouachita River School District/ Acorn School Nurse
479-394-2348 ext 304
Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, November 25th. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd.
Notice:
The Senior Boys Game on Thursday has a time change. The game will now begin at 7:15 PM.
Acorn HOCO Shirts are on sale now!!!!!!! Orders due this Friday with payment!
"Missing dog found at Acorn! If this is your pet, please contact us to claim her
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
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!
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
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 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!
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! 🐾🏀
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!
