Guess who reached 100 points while working towards her independent reading goal…Adalynn McElveen did, that’s who! Keep up the great work!

Five Mena High School students are attending Film Camp in Little Rock this week.

Day one set the foundation for an exciting week—students jumped right into interviews, built peer groups, and explored the many sides of filmmaking. Along the way, they’re gaining skills that go far beyond the camera: interviewing, teamwork, problem-solving, supporting one another, and developing a deeper understanding of both people and the film industry.
A highlight of visitor's day on Wednesday was hearing from Joey Travolta, who introduced Inclusion Films’ new docuseries, “Lights, Camera, Friendship.” Joey shared how his passion for working with individuals with disabilities began through meaningful friendships in his own school years. Through Inclusion Films, he’s creating real job opportunities and hands-on learning experiences for students interested in film.
As Joey put it, “Everything that goes into filmmaking goes into everyday life—communication, teamwork, collaboration…”
Throughout the week, campers will create a film from start to finish—pitching ideas, writing scripts, casting, acting, and bringing their vision to life.
“The process is the same regardless of the length of the film,” Joey said. “The camp is an opportunity to develop skills that are applicable to anything you do.”
We can’t wait to see what these students create!

Faith Grogan did it…she reached 100 points while working on her independent reading goal!!

We Recommend Wednesday: Abree likes horror and dystopian novels, and her favorite is The Maze Runner. It has just enough action and mystery to keep you reading. Come in and check out her recommendation shelf today!

Mena Middle School FBLA spoke to the Mena School Board on Monday. The team focused on the FBLA competition experiences of seventh-grade students, highlighting their achievements at district and state levels. The students shared their learning opportunities and future participation in competitions, emphasizing their commitment to continue engaging in FBLA activities.

Mena High School FBLA spoke to the Mena School Board on Monday, focusing on the achievements and membership of the FBLA chapter, highlighting consistent membership and competitive success as well as the importance of student development through leadership and competition opportunities.

Mena Athletes from Louise Durham Elementary, Holly Harshman Elementary, Mena Middle School and Mena High School are participating in the Area 14 Special Olympics today in the Hensley Activity Center and Bob Carver Bearcat Stadium.

Woo Hoo!! Max Robertson earned 100 points as he worked on achieving his independent goal!

The Mena Jr. High Track Team competed at the 4A Region 4 Conference Meet on Monday.

Skylar Bahr & Bentley Brewer won High Point and the Jr. Bearcats finished as Runners-up as a team.

GIRLS
Skylar Bahr-Pole Vault-1st
Long Jump-1st
Triple Jump-1st
BOYS
Bentley Brewer-400 Meter Dash-1st
Triple Jump-1st
Hank Rose-Long Jump-1st

See complete results at the link below.
https://ar.milesplit.com/meets/737081-4a-region-4-jr-high-conference-2026/results/1284818/raw

MMS Staff pulled off their first Underground Spirit Day. Our student’s were perplexed with the “anything but a cup” theme. We have a creative team!

Mena Middle School Theatre Students performed "How to Survive the AI Apocalypse" for CTE Business classes at Mena High School on Friday.

Case Land reached 100 AR points while working towards his independent reading goal…Woo Hoo!!

The Mena Sr. High Track Team competed at the Booneville Relays on Monday. Brynlee Bahr won the High Point Award & finished:

1st - 200 Meter Dash
1st - Triple Jump
1st - High Jump
1st - Pole Vault

For the Bearcats:

1st - 3200 Meter Run Austin Fields

For complete results follow the link.
https://ar.milesplit.com/meets/723648-booneville-bearcat-relays-2026/results

Mr. Millard's history class from Mena High School, made it to the Liberty Tree dedication at the Polk County Courthouse on Friday.

Six outstanding young ladies from Mena Middle School represented their school at the Girls of Promise STEAM Conference on Friday, April 10th! 💡✨

These scholars had an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow STEAM students, meet inspiring professional women in STEAM careers, and participate in hands-on workshops where they explored, created, and learned. They also enjoyed everything the Arkansas 4-H Center had to offer!

Students in attendance:
Camilla Ashcraft, Joscelyn Bates, Melanie Cude, Katy Goodnight, Makaylee Smith, and Annabelle Sprague

A big thank you to their teacher chaperones, STEM educators Sarah Billings and Jamie Copelin, for supporting and guiding these future leaders!

We are so proud of these students for representing Mena Middle School and embracing opportunities to grow in STEAM! 🌟

Southwest EMS hosted Operation Prom Night at the Polk County Fairgrounds on Friday. Mena High School 11th & 12th graders attended. The event was a simulation portraying the consequences of drinking and driving.

Eleanor Speer made the 100 point club!

The Sr Ladycats took home 2nd place at the Gaile Hainley Relays in Waldron on Thursday! (Not Pictured: Paisley Burger & Brynlee Bahr)
Brynlee Bahr & Paisley Burger dominated the Pole Vault and Mallori Brotherton was 1st in the Discus. See complete results at the link below.
https://ar.milesplit.com/meets/721501-gaile-hainley-relays-2026/results

Crystal Geyser generously donated water for all of our upcoming events. Thank you, Crystal Geyser!!

The Mena High School Band traveled to Vanburen High School Wednesday to participate in the Region VIII Concert and Sightreading Assessment. The band received 1st division superior ratings from all judges. Congratulations to the Bearcat Band, Mr. Morgan, and Mr. Huffman for receiving the highest rating for region concert band!!!