Crews were back at work early Thursday morning getting Bearcat Stadium ready for Friday night when Mena host DeQueen in the season opener!
Gameday Friday!
The Jr Ladycats beat Paris in 2-1 Tuesday 25-18, 14-25, 15-13.. The Sr Ladycats lost to Paris 3 games to 0, 23-25, 23-25 & 25-17.. The Mena Jr. High will play at Greenwood on Thursday.. The Sr. High will prepare for the Ladycat Classic September 7th. GO LADYCATS!
Mena Public Schools will be closed for the Labor Day Holiday on Monday, September 2nd... Classes will resume on all campuses on Tuesday, September 3rd at the regular time... We hope our students, staff & patrons have a chance to enjoy the three day break! GO BEARCATS!
Gameday Thursday!
The Mena Jr. Ladycats faced Fort Smith Ramsey at the Union Bank Center Monday night.. The Jr. JV lost 2 games to 1.. 25-13, 20-25 & 8-15.. The Jr. High Won their match 2 games to 0.. 25-17 & 2520. The Jr & Sr, High will play at Paris Tuesday at 4pm.. GO LADYCATS!!!
Mena Golf finishes 3rd @ Nashville! They will play again on Thursday the 29th @ Degray in Arkadelphia..GO BEARCATS!
Bearcat Football ranked #10 in AAAA heading into week one tilt with DeQueen.
https://www.hootens.com/arkansas-high-school-football-rankings-picks.php?y=2019&fbclid=IwAR3wHchx8xvOOonDoIZtugILkRjJ4MlBjm5d-ynoRczTdQC18PZhB_u9Kv8
The Mena High School Cheerleader Car Wash which was scheduled for Saturday has been postponed due to the weather forecast... Check the weather anytime on the Mena Public School website.. Just follow the link
https://www.weatherbug.com/weather-forecast/…/mena-ar-71953…
The Mena Golf Team finished 2nd behind Fountain Lake at Hot Springs on Thursday. Bearcat Austin Johnston was once again the medalist shooting a 39... Mena will return to action on Monday, August 26th in Nashville at 3:30pm.. GO BEARCATS!
The Mena Ladycats played a benefit game at Van Buren Thursday night. The Varsity lost 2-1 & the Jv split 1-1. Mena opens the season on August 27th at Paris. Go Ladycats!
Time to brush up on the Alma Mater in preparation for the first football game on Friday, August 30th. GO BEARCATS!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tItYxhqDd7g
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!
MHS Golf Thursday 8/22!
Children & hydration
Children are at a greater risk of dehydration than adults. This is because in relation to their size, children have a larger proportion of their skin available to lose sweat and be exposed to heat. Additionally, children don’t always recognize that they’re thirsty, and if they’re not encouraged and reminded may forget to drink. Luckily, there are a few ways to tell if your child is hydrated.
How do I know if my child is hydrated?
Frequent bathroom breaks or wet nappies are the easiest way to tell if your child is hydrated. You can also look out for these common symptoms of dehydration:
Headaches
Poor concentration
Thirst
Cracked lips
Dry mouth
Constipation
Lethargy
Dark urine
How much water does my child need?
The amount your child needs will vary depending on their age, size and level of activity. For children under 8 years of age, at least 4-6 glasses of water is recommended. For children older than 8 years of age a minimum of 6-8 glasses is recommended.
If your child is playing sports or is very active they will need extra fluid, see our section on hydration for active kids. Kids will also need more fluid on hot days or when unwell.
Tips to help your kids stay hydrated!
Pack a water bottle for school and when you go out. Try a frozen water bottle in summer.
Encourage your child to drink water before, after and during physical activity
Always offer water with meals and snacks
Encourage your child to drink water, even if they don’t like it!
Tips for kids who don’t like water
Try adding slices of fruits such as lemon or orange to water, for variety and flavour.
Let your kids choose their own drink bottle or serve water in colourful glasses or jugs.
Be a role model! Make a point of drinking water with your kids.
Experiment with temperature; try having a jug of water in the fridge, adding ice-cubes, or even warm water in winter.
Water is the best choice to keep your kids hydrated throughout the day. Water contains no extra energy and can quench your thirst. Other fluids such as milk, juice and sweetened drinks can also contribute to your child’s fluid intake. For more information on drink choices for your kids, check out the Drinks section of our website.
The Mena boys finished first at the DeQueen Country Club today. Beating Malvern by 2. Austin Johnston was the medalist for the boys & Chloe Rocha finished 2nd in the girls. Mena Golf is back in action Thursday at Magellan Golf Course in Hot Springs. Matches hosted by Fountain Lake... Go Bearcats!
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 Jr. Bearcat basketball team putting in the work today. Cleaning the floor while getting a workout. Go Bearcats!
