Pool Party this Saturday, August 24, at McMillan Park pool 8-10 PM. Choir members only!!!! Bring some snacks if you can!!!
7th and 8th graders learned the problem-solving game "Honey Bee Hotel" in Mrs. Molly LIndsey's class today!
Club Fair was held today for Juniors and Seniors. Club Fair continues on Friday for Freshmen and Sophomores.
Date: Thursday, August 22, 2019
For lunch today:
Main Line: Lasagna
Choice Line: Spicy Chicken
Grill: Pizza Burger, Chicken Tenders
Pizza Line
We have Gatorade, Water, Chips, Beef Jerky and Rice Krispy Treats that are available for purchase if you have money in your lunch account.
There will be a county fair livestock show meeting for all county fair livestock exhibitors at the ag building during enrichment today.
The library will be closed for Lunch A tomorrow, Friday. We have a class scheduled.
Yearbook orders are underway for the 2020 MHS Yearbook. Be sure to order your yearbook at the lowest price of $48 before October 1. You can also get four free icons when you personalize your cover with your name ($6 for name personalization). See Mr. Philpot to order or for more information in room 205.
Students wanting to have their names placed on a ballot for Student Council must pick up paperwork from Mrs. Gordon in room 300 and return it with a parent signature by
TOMORROW Friday, August 23.
We will be taking Fall Pictures on Monday, August 26, for Junior High Volleyball, Junior High Cheer, MMS Band, Golf, Tennis, Cross Country, 7th grade football, 7th grade volleyball, and 7th grade cheer. These pictures will be used for the sports program, the yearbook, and will be used online and by the local newspapers.
The MHS Cheerleaders will be doing a Carwash/Bake Sale fundraiser this Saturday, August 24th at Baywash starting at 9am! Please come support them!
Club Fair will be this Thursday for Juniors and Seniors and Friday for Freshmen and Sophomores.
Students: Just a reminder about the red recycle bins around campus are for cans or plastic bottles only, please do not put trash or any paper in those bins.
Mrs. Jennifer needs to see ALL exchange students at the beginning of Enrichment at the Bearcat Head by the office today.
Seniors, please bring baby and/or childhood pictures of yourself for a senior bulletin board. Bring to Mrs. Wilson’s room, room 412.
Anyone interested in submitting artwork into the fair can submit their art at the fairgrounds Tuesday, August 27th from 1 to 7 pm. If you need help submitting it, you are welcome to bring it to the art room for Ms. Hoyle to drop off for you.
Announcements for Thursday, August 22nd
Students, get your required paperwork turned in ASAP.
Picture day is next Monday. Order forms were handed out yesterday during ACHIEVE, so if you were absent, check with your ACHIEVE teacher for a form.
From Mrs. Sikes: Any 7th or 8th grade student interested in FBLA needs to go to Mrs. Sikes's room during ACHIEVE on Friday for a brief meeting after announcements.
GT Students: Starting next week, Mrs. Moore will be meeting with you. 6th grade will meet on Mondays, 7th grade will meet on Wednesdays, and 8th grade will meet on Thursdays. Meetings will be held in the cafetera, right after the announcements on those days.
Lunchtime Weather:
Lunch Menu:
Main Line – Lasagna, MTO Tortilla
Pizza Line – Cheeseburger Pizza, MTO Deli, Popcorn Chicken Salad
Concession Line – Pizza Burger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Tenders
Time to brush up on the Alma Mater in preparation for the first football game on Friday, August 30th. GO BEARCATS!
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Ms. Hoyle’s Art I Class at Mena High School is hard at work customizing their project portfolios.
*Lunch Visitors*
If you are wanting to eat lunch with your child you may start September 3 for First and Second grade. And on September 9 for Pre-School and Kindergarten. We ask that you bring your photo ID with you and if you are planning to eat, lunch is $3.70
Students in Mr. Philpot's Oral Communications class gave their "My Item" Presentation. This involved them bringing an item that has value to them, and sharing information and stories. The goal is for students to gain comfort with talking in front of class.
Mena Middle School will be hosting a 6th grade Curriculum Night and Parent/Student Smart Core Orientation on Tuesday, August 27, 6 P.M. in the Middle School Library. We will be explaining the Arkansas Smart Core Curriculum as well as a brief overview of Mena Middle School 6th grade curriculum and class expectations in each subject area. All 6th grade families are encouraged to attend.
Mena Middle School Annual Title I meeting on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 6:30 P.M in the Mena Middle School Library. This is a meeting to inform families of their rights to know, school progress, student progress, current curriculum and plans for improvement. Please plan to join us for this brief informational meeting.
Ms. Taylor's Music Appreciation and Music Theory classes experimented with the Incredibox application today. Incredibox allows students to create their own music. Students can choose their own musical styles and lay down, record, and share their mixes.
Announcements for Wednesday, August 21st
Students, get your required paperwork turned in ASAP.
Picture day is next Monday, August 26th. You ACHIEVE teachers will be giving you an order form soon. You are not required to order pictures but everyone will have their picture taken for the yearbook and to have on file for replacement ID cards.
When you are outside you will notice that the timber on our picnic tables has been replaced. The replacement lumber for these tables cost over $1,200 so please help us take care of them by not writing on them or damaging them in any way.
From Mr. Goodnight: Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grader showing livestock at the county fair please meet Mr. Goodnight in his room for a short meeting after these announcements
Students in both lunches have done a good job of keeping your trash picked up and returning your trays to the cafeteria. Good job! We will continue to allow you to eat outside as long as you all keep up the good work.
Lunchtime Weather:
Lunch Menu:
Main Line – Walking Tacos, MTO Boneless Wings
Pizza Line – Fiesta Pizza, MTO Deli, Turkey Chef Salad
Concession Line – Hamburger, Chicken Sandwich, Hot Dog
Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2019
For lunch today:
Main Line: Walking Tacos
Choice Line: Boneless Wings
Grill: MTO Deli, Hamburger, Chicken Sandwich
Pizza Line
We have Gatorade, Water, Chips, Beef Jerky and Rice Krispy Treats that are available for purchase if you have money in your lunch account.
There will be a county fair livestock show meeting for all county fair livestock exhibitors at the ag building during enrichment on Thursday Aug 22.
The library will be closed on Wednesday for Lunch B.
Yearbook orders are underway for the 2020 MHS Yearbook. Be sure to order your yearbook at the lowest price of $48 before October 1. You can also get four free icons when you personalize your cover with your name ($6 for name personalization). See Mr. Philpot to order or for more information in room 205.
Students wanting to have their names placed on a ballot for Student Council must pick up paperwork from Mrs. Gordon in room 300 and return it with a parent signature by Friday, August 23.
We will be taking Fall Pictures on Monday, August 26, for Junior High Volleyball, Junior High Cheer, MMS Band, Golf, Tennis, Cross Country, 7th grade football, 7th grade volleyball, and 7th grade cheer. These pictures will be used for the sports program, the yearbook, and will be used online and by the local newspapers.
The MHS Cheerleaders will be doing a Carwash/Bake Sale fundraiser this Saturday, August 24th at Baywash starting at 9am! Please come support them!
Club Fair will be this Thursday for Juniors and Seniors and Friday for Freshmen and Sophomores.
Students: Just a reminder about the red recycle bins around campus are for cans or plastic bottles only, please do not put trash or any paper in those bins.
Andy Threlkeld visited the AE program this morning. He discussed the importance of overcoming your insecurities and allowing forgiveness to be a part of your life!
The MHS Cheerleaders will be having a Carwash/Bake Sale fundraiser this Saturday, August 24th at Baywash starting at 9am! Please come support them! GO BEARCATS!
The Bearcats played a scrimmage game at Magnolia Tuesday night. Coach Craig Bentley said there were a few bright spots but saw room for lots of improvement. Players & coaches were already watching film early this morning & will be back on the practice field this afternoon as preparations begin for the season opener on Friday, August 30th at Bearcat Stadium against DeQueen… GO BEARCATS!
The Mena Tennis team was in action at Nashville today.. The Boys tied 2-2 & Nashville won the girls matches 7-0... Mena will be back in action September 3rd at 4:00pm when they host DeQueen... GO BEARCATS!
The first dance of the year at Mena Middle School was well attended & all seemed to have a good time... GO MMS BEARCATS!
Announcements for Tuesday, August 20th
We still have students who have not returned any or all of their required paperwork. Please get that turned in ASAP.
Reminder that teachers are recording tardies so make every effort to get to class on time.
Students, yesterday there was a football and a 4-square ball left outside during lunch. If you continue to leave them outside, we will have to lock the ball box for a few days.
If you are missing a couple of keys, come to the office to identify. They were just found in the gym
This evening is our first dance of the year.
For MMS students only
6:00 – 8:00 (Make sure your parents know to pick you up at 8:00!)
$5 admission
Concession will be open for you to purchase snacks & drinks
School rules & dress code apply
From Mrs. Rose: If you have a song request for tonight’s dance, she will accept one request from each ACHIEVE class. On a sheet of paper, write the song title, the name of the artist, and give it to her.
Lunchtime Weather:
Lunch Menu:
Main Line – Orange Chicken, MTO Tortilla Line
Pizza Line – Meat Lovers’ Pizza, MTO Deli, Cobb Salad
Concession Line – Bacon Swiss Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Those of you that returned all of your paperwork last week were eligible for a random drawing for a pass that will get you in to all of this year’s MMS dances for free. It’s time to announce the winners. You may begin using the pass at tonight’s dance. If your name is called, please come to the office at this time to get your dance pass.
6th Grade Winners: Drake Dollar, Eden Hooper, Jerod Winger
7th Grade Winners: Marlenne Cecilio, Emma Ferguson, Cory Moody
8th Grade Winners: Juan Gee, Robert Hill, Payton Clark
Coming up on the Mena Future Farmers of America schedule!
August 26th-31st - Polk County Fair
September 12th - Meat & Fruit Sale Begins
September 13-22 - Four States Livestock Show @ Texarkana
September 20th-28th - Arkansas/Oklahoma State Livestock Show @ Fort Smith
October 11th-20th - Arkansas State Fair
