Acorn High School would like to thank our local businesses for supporting or teachers and students!!!!!
Re/Max brought their hot air balloon to school today! Thank you for the presentation Mena Re/Max.
Acorn Students Learn About Fire Prevention & Careers
In observance of Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, 2022, the Mena Fire Department recently donated Fire Prevention booklets for Pre-K through 4th Grades to all local area schools including Acorn Elementary School.
Photo; (l to r) Mrs. Beth Jackson, Acorn Elementary Principal, Mena Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Charles Hankins and Emory Zakin, Firefighter.
On Thursday, October 13, 2022, Mena Fire Department personnel shared information with Acorn High School students related to a variety of careers in fire science and emergency response situations. Representing Mena Fire Department personnel for the presentation included: Joe Quinn, Duane Harvey, Emory Zakin, and MFD Assistant Fire Chief Charles Hankins. They shared valuable information about careers, how to obtain certifications, training, and education for various occupations, and discussed scenarios that emergency personnel encounter as well as a tour of the fire truck and equipment utilized in emergency situations.
Thank you, Mena Fire Department for an excellent presentation, demonstrations, and sharing testimonials of your own experiences in the field!
Ouachita River School District…preparing students for life! #orsdlifeprep
Acorn Preschool had a special visitor today. Thank you Smokey the Bear for teaching our students about the importance of Fire Safety.
Oden Homecoming spirit week! Oct. 17-24.
Students in Mrs. Jeannie's preschool class are learning about community helpers. One of the community helpers they visited this week was Mrs. Posey in the elementary library and she got to read the book Trick or Pete by James Dean to them.
Attention Acorn Athletes:
The Letterman Jacket Rep will be on campus tomorrow after 10:00 AM. An $85 deposit is required to order.
Flag Football Fundraiser!!!
Word Count Wednesday!
So far this school year AES students have read a total of 4,721 books and 14,990,319 words.
Attention AES Families:
We are in need of volunteers to come help run our Day Time Harvest Festival this Friday from 8:45-11:00 AM.
If you are available to help please contact your child's teacher. Grandparents and community members are welcome to volunteer as well.
Positive behavior referral for Oden student Miss Harper Edwards! Harper’s teacher gave her a positive referral for always helping others. Way to go Harper! 🧡🖤🐺
Rich Mountain Electric visited the Oden Campus today and talked with students about safety with electricity and electrical wires.
Thank you to the Oden Volunteer Fire Department and Southwest EMS for visiting the Oden Preschool. Sirens blasting, Baby Shark on the loud speaker and shooting water across the parking lot was a learning experience that resulted in lots of smiles and laughter.
Attention Acorn Tiger Fans:
If you ordered a PinkOut shirt, please turn your money into the office ASAP:)
They will be ready before the PinkOut game on 10/25!!!
Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading psychologist Dr. Sufna John and learn about free resources.
To view virtual session, scan QR code or join:
Join at bit.ly/ADE-Family.
For easy access, download the free Zoom app at https://zoom.us/download, Apple App Store, or Google Play Store.
If you are interested in attending the virtual session at your child's school campus, contact the following staff before October 19th to register for headcount:
Acorn campus: Tammy Young - 479-394-7339 or tyoung@orsd.k12.ar.us
Oden campus: Apryl Philpot - 870-326-4311 or aphilpot@orsd.k12.ar.us
Acorn Schools’ Host AR Attorney General’s Office Internet Safety Presentation
On Friday, September 30, 2022, Acorn Schools’ hosted Raegan Sharp, Public Affairs Program Liaison with the Office of Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge on the Acorn campus. The presentation was conducted with students in grades 5-12 and included important information on topics including; internet safety, risks involved with online communication and predators, cyberbullying, digital footprint and apps.
Thank you, Raegan Sharp and Arkansas Attorney General’s Office for the information shared to better equip students for life.
Ouachita River School District…preparing students for life! #orsdlifeprep
Reed McGee advances to the 2nd round of the State Tennis Tournament with a 6-1, 6-2 victory in the first round!
Congratulations, Reed! We are proud of you!
Order your Acorn Yearbook now for best pricing of $45 until October 28th. Order with name for $52 and get up to 4 free icons! Price increases to $48 after our special offer ends and icons will be $4 each. You can order online at Jostens.com or order forms are available at the Acorn High School office. Yearbooks aren’t just for high school; they include student activities from Pre-K through Seniors!
Acorn Elementary would like to share some of our September Positive Office Referrals.
Students who get a Positive Office Referral for making good choices and/or good behavior can choose a prize from Mrs. Jackson treasure box, lunch with the principal or play a game with the principal.
Great job students! We are super proud of your Positive Behavior!
ORSD LIFE PLAN Senior Meetings
This past week, Mr. Jerry Strasner and Mrs.Tammy Young met with seniors at Acorn High School & Oden High School to discuss this year’s Student Success & Life Plan events and activities for seniors. With student success planning at Ouachita River School District, each grade level (6-12) will participate in specific activities that will build on each year to help students be prepared and/or better prepared for life and be successful in each domain area: career, academic, and personal/social emotional development.
Ouachita River School District exists to provide a safe, caring environment where everyone learns and grows in order to be prepared for life.
#orsdlifeprep
