The Jr. Ladycats left for Branson & the Licking Volleyball Team Camp today. The girls will be competing this Thursday through Saturday... Go Ladycats!
More press for Bearcat TE. Follow the link.. https://www.nwahomepage.com/…/state-is-loaded-at-tight-end…/
Gerry Brooks presented at the ARSCA Conference. Mena School Counselors are Learning while laughing today in Hot Springs.
https://www.gerrybrooksprin.com/…
Day 1 of the Class of 2020 Senior Pictures is in the books. Lots of memories made today, and we’ll be back at it for Day 2 of pictures tomorrow!
Mena School Counselors are attending the Arkansas School Counselors Conference in Hot Springs.
It is that time of year when we focus our efforts on securing Host Families for these Exchange Students who will be arriving in August. So, if you’ve ever considered hosting an international student, now would be a good time.
Educatius International Host Families come in many different shapes and sizes - young couples with small children, single persons, one parent families, empty nesters, etc. The one characteristic all host families share is a big heart with a lot of love to offer a new family member!
As a Host Families you will receive a $400 monthly stipend/student to help offset the expense of having a teenager in your home. All that we ask of our Host Families is that you provide a bedroom, meals, love and guidance and a place to study.
You are not alone during this opportunity. It is my responsibility is to support the student, host family and school throughout the duration of the academic school year. We also have 24/7 national support. Our students come with their own insurance and spending money for; school lunches and school fees, personal items and activities they wish to be involved with.
This is a wonderful opportunity to share Arkansas and the United States with a young person while you and your family learn about the student’s culture/country as well.
Jayme Miner-Risman
Local Coordinator-Educatius Group
(479) 243-8744
jayme.educatius@gmail.com
www.educatius.org
MANDATORY STATE BUS DRIVER IN-SERVICE!
The State Driver 3 Hour In-service will be held on Tuesday July 23rd from 9am-Noon in the Mena High School Performing Arts Center.
Route drivers, substitute drivers & aides are required to attend an afternoon training session from 1-3pm. We will break between the state in-service and the driver's meeting for lunch provided by the district.
All CDL holders & drivers in training are required to attend the morning 3 hour state driver in service. If you are unable to attend on this date, contact the transportation office prior to our in-service for alternate dates & locations. Lunch will be available after this meeting from Noon-1pm. Please remember to sign in for each session you attend..
Preparations continue for the new school year at all Mena campuses..One of the biggest chores is cleaning and waxing the floors. Here is a great before & after shot in one photo...
The Mena Fast Cats strength & conditioning program began this morning at Bearcat Stadium. The program, for 3rd-6th grade boys & girls, continues Monday thru Thursday from 10am-11am till July 25th.
The Mena Ladycat volleyball team sharpening their skills at the Union Bank Center this morning... The team is preparing for a team camp in Branson MO. later this week..
Senior Picture Days are being taken for the Class of 2020 today & Tuesday at the Mena High School safe room. Even if you don't plan to purchase any senior pictures we still need to have your pictures taken for yearbook purposes. Mr. Andy Philpot, MHS yearbook adviser, has the master schedule for the appointment times for the students, just in case you haven’t received your appointment card in the mail.
The Mena Jr. High Team was back on the practice field this morning getting in some reps after a two week break..The Jr. Bearcats will compete in a team camp at Greenwood on Tuesday, July 16th... GO BEARCATS!
The Mena Jr. Volleyball Team were back in the gym early today after two weeks off during the AAA mandatory dead period. Coach Fryar & Coach Goss had their full attention.
The Mena Football Team got their first workout under Head Coach Craig Bentley & the new staff today at Bearcat Stadium.
Mena Bearcat Football will be competing in a 7 on 7 tournament at Lake Hamilton High School this Friday, July 12. Pool play starts at 8:30am.
Judy Kropp & fellow theatre teacher from Rogers Heritage, Gloria Poorman, at their first PD session of the day, Formative and Summative Assessments. TheatreSquared Professional Development Institute is amazing!
Athletic Dead Weeks End July 8th!
A mock Code Blue was presented for the MASH Camp students today at MRHS. Code Blue indicates a medical emergency such as cardiac or respiratory arrest. CNO Rick Billingsley and ER Director Tony Tackett demonstrated life saving interventions for a Code Blue situation. The afternoon also included a very informative program presented by Bethany Hughes, New Vision Service Coordinator at MRHS. New Vision is an inpatient medical stabilization service for adults who are currently using or are experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms from certain drugs. Bethany shared the signs and dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, as well as tips for internet safety. Tony Tackett, ER Director, concluded today's camp with precautions regarding distracted driving.
Three students from Mena High School are attending MASH Camp: Skyla Kim, Blake Castor and Gaven Hooper.
https://www.facebook.com/Mena-Regional-Health-System-193747834492/
The Mena Bearcat Coaching staff is now complete and have already begun prep for when the kids come back to work July 8th! Go Bearcats!
Superintendent Benny Weston issued a statement concerning the search for a new Sr. Boys basketball coach. Weston said "We are continuing with our search & we are in the process of interviewing candidates. The final round of interviews are underway & we anticipate a decision soon.
