Attention, Acorn Elementary Parents/Guardians!!! There will be no after-school tutoring on Wednesday, March 15, and Thursday, March 16, 2023.
The Acorn Tiger Softball game vs Cossatot has been CANCELED for today.
Acorn FCCLA is gathering items to create Blessing Bags to be donated to Samaritan Ministries of Hot Springs at FCCLA State Conference. They are also creating a cabinet of these items in Mrs Lyle's room for AHS students who might be in need.
Items needed: socks, toiletries, razors, toothbrushes, tooth paste, soap, shampoo, chapstick, feminine products, granola bars, Poptarts, and small bottles of water and juice. Items to be donated can be dropped off at the Acorn High School Office or you can email Mindy Lyle at mlyle@orsd.k12.ar.us for pick up.
Oden PTO Promotes Reading
The National Education Association’s Read Across America is a reading motivation and awareness program held annually across the nation. The program’s aim is for every child in every community to celebrate reading during this week-long event and throughout the year.
On March 3rd, the Ouachita River School District Oden campus had a special guest to cap off Read Across America Week. Clifford the Big Red Dog made a surprise appearance for a special “meet & greet” in partnership with Oden Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) volunteers by reading to Oden Preschool and Ode Maddox Elementary School students. Students were given the opportunity to meet Clifford and pose for photos.
Thank you Oden PTO for encouraging reading! #orsdlifeprep
Acorn Student Drew Mabry Helps Raise Awareness
On Wednesday, March 1, 2023, Acorn Elementary Student Drew Mabry along with his family and a host of others participated in the Arkansas Developmental Disability Awareness Month event in Little Rock. The event included an introduction and overview of Arkansas’ March is Developmental Disability Awareness Month by the Secretary of Arkansas AR Department of Human Services Kristi Putnam and Director of the Division of Developmental Disability Services Melissa Weatherton. The event also included interviews and spotlight banners unveiled highlighting the theme, DON’T “DIS” OUR ABILITIES!
Drew was interviewed and featured in a spotlight of the different services offered by Developmental Disability Services and is featured on banners displayed on the building. Drew and his family expressed their appreciation and being honored to participate in Arkansas Developmental Disability Awareness Month. “People want lots of things in life. Today, I just thank God that he allowed me to be the walking, talking miracle I am and today made me proud to celebrate what makes me unique.” quoted Drew Mabry. “We are extremely proud to be a part of a month full of wonderful celebrations of what the State of Arkansas is doing to help those who are differently able. Many people are working in various programs within the State that are changing the lives of children and their families. This event was a celebration of their successes.” stated Drew’s mother, Jennifer Mabry.
A video interview featuring Drew and his story will be released later in March.
We are proud of you, Drew! #orsdlifeprep
ORSD Parent Teacher Conferences scheduled for Thursday, March 16, 2023:
Ode Maddox Elementary
& Oden High School
Thursday, March 16th
Scheduled appointments
(See attached flier for review)
Acorn Elementary School
Thursday, March 16th
3:30-8 PM - scheduled appointments
Sign-up forms will be sent home this week!
(See attached flier for review)
Acorn High School
Thursday, March 16th
Scheduled appointments
(See attached flier for review)
Easter is almost here!🐰 SR High Acorn FCCLA members are raising funds to attend National Leadership Conference in Denver, Colorado. Acorn FCCLA wants to "Egg Your Yard"! We will leave candy filled eggs in your yard the night before Easter with a note from the Easter Bunny. If it rains, we will leave a box of filled eggs on your porch.
We can accept cash, check, or Pay Pal.
If interest, please fill out the following form or contact any FCCLA member.
mlyle@orsd.k12.ar.us
479-394-5544
All orders must be paid for by April 3rd.
Order Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenWT5pOCnBO7W6rM55VnaNe9heu5EEzXflWYiQklcjNyyuvQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Ouachita River School District will be closed for spring break week
Monday, March 20 - Friday, March 24, 2023
School will not be in session on Acorn and Oden campuses for spring break week
Congratulations to the Acorn Senior High Quiz Bowl team for placing 3rd at the Regional Quiz Bowl tournament today. They qualified to go to the State Quiz Bowl tournament in April.
Zane Newton earned All Tournament Player giving him the opportunity to compete on the Quiz Bowl All Star Team.
Oden 2nd grade competed at DMESC for Battle of the Books! Students did great and loved the experience. Way to go Jaycee, Titan, Benji and Nikolas! 🧡🖤🐺📚
Acorn Baseball Shirts are now available for pre-order. If interested, please contact Mrs. Holland in the office.
The Acorn tornado shelter will be open tonight until the storms pass through the area.
Oden 1st grade participated in Battle of the Books at DMESC. They did a great job and we are proud of them! Way to go Liam, Jaycee, Harper and Delilah! 🧡🖤🐺📚
Iggy Peck, Architect, has nothing on Oden Grade 2
Iggy Peck, Architect, has nothing on Oden Grade 2
AHS Matthew Stout Wins Gold
On Wednesday, March 1, 2023, Acorn High School student athlete Matthew Stout competed in the Area 14 Special Olympics Basketball Skills Competition. He competed in individual basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting baskets, passing and catching the basketball. This event started with PCDC coming in to compete then moving on to high school, middle school, and other groups.
Matthew Stout was awarded a gold medal for his accomplishments. “My family and I are very thankful for his opportunity to participate in such events as well as the volunteers that help to make such an event possible!”, shared Stout and his family.
We are proud of you, Matthew! #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!
Acorn 4-H Celebrate 4-H Day at Capitol
Polk County Arkansas 4-H members visited the Arkansas State Capitol in Little Rock on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 for Arkansas 4-H Day. This event hosts hundreds of 4-H youth members and adults from all over Arkansas to assemble at the Capitol. 4-H members show their support for the 4-H program and the impact it has on their lives and the lives of others. Members also learn about the government process and have the opportunity to meet and share their experiences in 4-H with legislators.
4-H Members pictured with Senator Terry Rice and Representative John Maddox. Members of the Polk County Arkansas 4-H Club from Acorn Schools attending the event were Kohlea Carmack and Savannah Christian.
We are proud of you, Kohlea and Savannah! #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!
Acorn Senior High Basketball Teams Statebound
Acorn High School Senior High Basketball Teams and Cheer Squad along with Coach Mike Jackson, Coach Chris Ledbetter and Cheer Coach Katelyn Staggs are scheduled for the 2A State BasketballTournament in Rector, Arkansas.
Acorn Senior Girls Basketball Team claimed the 7-2A South District Tournament Champions title at Dierks and earned 4th Place in the 2A South Regional Tournament at Fordyce.
Acorn Senior Boys Basketball Team earned 3rd Place in the 7-2A District Tournament at Dierks and claimed the 2A South Regional Tournament Runner Ups title at Fordyce.
The Acorn Senior High Basketball Teams are scheduled to play on Wednesday, March 1st with Acorn Lady Tigers tip-off at 1:00 PM vs Riverside Rebels and Acorn Tigers tip-off at 5:30 PM vs Rector Cougars.
Students in Acorn Elementary School and Acorn High School participated in a congratulatory parade for the athletes and coaches for the State send-off.
Congratulations, AHS Senior Basketball Teams & Cheer Squad! We are proud of you!
Acorn Tigers & Lady Tigers TAKE STATE! #orsdlifeprep
February 27th marked the beginning of Read Across America Week for Ode Maddox Elementary. Special guest reader and Miss Polk County Addi Dollar kicked off the event by reading to students throughout the campus preschool and primary school while dressed as the children's book character Rapunzel. Ouachita River School District and the Oden campus staff would like to thank Ms. Addi Dollar for donating her time to our students. #orsdlifeprep
William T. Edwards II
Assistant Superintendent
Ouachita River School District
Congratulations to the Acorn Jr. High Quiz Bowl team for competing in the State Quiz Bowl tournament. They have competed hard in several tournaments this season and were able to come away with a 2nd place finish at Regionals. This qualified them for today’s State tournament in Conway where they won 2 out of 3 of their round-robin games. This placed them as a number 4 seed in the single elimination tournament play. They came up just a little short in the first round, but were extremely tough competitors. We are very proud of their job well done this season!
