December 21st & 22nd are Virtual Days for Students. They will be followed by the Winter Break December 23rd - January 1st & a District Professional Development Day on January 4th. Classes will resume at Mena Public Schools on Tuesday, January 5th. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/828040/Calendar_2020-2021.pdf

Blended & virtual student meals for December 7th - December 11th may be picked up today at Louise Durham Elementary or Mena High School between 1 and 2 pm.

The Mena Jr. Ladycats & Bearcats played at Trinity Christian in Fort Smith Thursday. JV Girls/ Trinity-11 Mena-6 Jr. Girls/ Trinity-30 Mena-23 JV Boys / Mena-17 Trinity-8 Varsity Boys / Mena-34 Trinity-28 Mena will next play at Malvern on Monday 12/7. https://www.menaschools.org/o/athletics/athletics...

Click the link to find your age group! https://docs.google.com/document/d/16_gcnrsHqs4wa8bQLYOcYbZvCb-1BTAA8bNJ_gCEIQM/edit

Due to the logistics of the bus routes, we are sorry to have to cancel the announcement made at the beginning of the week with Flex Friday meals. We will be sending the meals home on Thursday, until further notice, as we have been doing. The food will be handed out on the bus when your student gets off. Or given to car riders before they are dismissed for the day. We sincerely apologize for any confusion this has caused and look forward to providing your children with meals for Flex Friday.

MMS ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, December 3 rd   I. As the numbers of Covid cases rise in our community, our district administration wants to remind all bus riders ages 10 and over, that you are required to wear your mask at all times while on a bus. II. Reminders:  The ball box will be closed today during Lunch “B.”  Do not come to school if you have fever or are feeling sick.  There are only 2 weeks left in the semester. Be sure and finish strong by completing all work and getting them turned in on time. This is especially important for those of you working from home. III. Lunchtime Weather: If it is not raining, we will go outside today but you will need to stay on the hard surfaces and keep out of the grass. IV. Lunch Menu: * Baked Chicken * Chicken Tenders * Hamburger * Taco Bar * PB&J Sandwich * Turkey or Ham Sandwich * Popcorn Chicken Salad

The Jr. Bearcats & Ladycats play at Trinity in Fort Smith on Thursday at 4:30pm. No fans will be allowed to attend.

Click the link for the Meal Order Form for December 7th - December 11th. Pick up is Friday from 1pm-2pm at Louise Durham & Mena High School. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUUrdRrRkBGqjMlbl6TAQx8cT7KJWKcqUfEUXHEBna5JgBhw/viewform

MMS ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, December 2 nd   I. Yesterday there was quite a bit of trash left outside after both lunches. If this problem continues, you will be prohibited from taking food and drinks outside for an indefinite period of time. II. Due to the number of footballs and basketballs being left outside during Lunch “B” for the past few days, the ball box will be locked today and tomorrow, during Lunch “B.” In the future, if you take a ball outside, it is your responsibility to return it. III. There is a change to the food distribution that usually takes place on Thursdays for students that will not be at school on Flex Friday. Instead of getting your meals on Thursday afternoon, the school will be delivering the meal to your house on Friday, if you are not at school. During ACHIEVE tomorrow, you will be asked whether or not you are going to be at school for Flex Friday. If you are unsure, please discuss this with your parents this evening so that you can give us a firm answer tomorrow. IV. Lunchtime Weather: V. Lunch Menu: * Mini Corn Dogs with Mac & Cheese * Meatball Sub * Hot Dog * Wing Bar * PB&J Sandwich * Turkey or Ham Sandwich * Turkey Chef Salad

Flex Friday Meal Changes Beginning Friday December 4th, Mena Schools will be delivering meals for students participating in Flex Fridays, instead of sending meals home with them on Thursday afternoons.

Congratulations to Mena Middle School Choir students Abbi Koppein, Emily Dodson, and Yennyte Tecson for making All Region Choir. Great job!

MMS ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, December 1 st   I. Mrs. Sims is out today, so there will be no 7 th & 8 th grade Quiz Bowl practice. II. Reminder: Check the Lost & Found box for any missing coats and jackets. At the end of the semester, anything left in it will be taken to PCDC. You are encouraged to write your name inside of you coats and jackets. III. Reminder: Please do not come to school if you have fever or are not feeling well. IV. From Mrs. Rose: Thank you to all who completed the “Minute Meeting” last week. The winners of the prize drawing are Jaxon Green, Avery Montgomery Camden Murphy, Andrew Schnell, Emmie Owens, Victoria Stearman, Dalton McEntire, and Madyson Dowel. Winners stop by to see Mrs. Rose to claim your prize. Keep your eyes on the Counselor Corner Classroom for more fun!  V. Congratulations to MMS Choir students Abbi Koppein, Emily Dodson, and Yennyte Tecson for making All Region Choir. Great job! VI. Lunchtime Weather: VII. Lunch Menu: * Hang Time Basket * Spicy Chicken Sandwich * Cheeseburger * Waffle Bar * PB&J Sandwich * Turkey or Ham Sandwich * Chef Salad

According to Coach Randy Peters the Jr. & Sr. High basketball games scheduled for Tuesday 12/1/20 at Waldron have been cancelled. Also the Sr. High games against Monticello scheduled for Friday 12/4/20 have also been cancelled. The Jr. teams will play Trinity Christian at the UBC on Thursday 12/3 & the Sr. teams will plat at Hot Springs Lakeside on Tuesday 12/8. https://www.menaschools.org/o/athletics/athletics?filter=20089

Click the link for the Meal Order Form for December 7th - December 11th. Pick up is Friday from 1pm-2pm at Louise Durham & Mena High School. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUUrdRrRkBGqjMlbl6TAQx8cT7KJWKcqUfEUXHEBna5JgBhw/viewform

December lunch menu for Mena MIddle School!

Announcements: Monday, November 30 th   I. Welcome back. We have only three weeks left until the end of the 1 st Semester and Christmas Break. Here are a few things to keep in mind: 1) Your semester grade determines whether or not you pass or fail your classes. Work hard these last three weeks, complete all of your assignments and turn them in on time. Finish this semester strong. 2) Stay vigilant in wearing your mask, social distancing, and personal hygiene so we can keep our campus open through the remainder of the semester. II. The 6 th grade Quiz Bowl Team will be meeting in the Conference Room right after these announcements. III. As the weather starts to cool down, dress appropriately. We will still go outside at lunch, even on pretty cold days. IV. The Lost & Found box, located in the Cafeteria, is starting to get full of coats and jackets. If you are missing one, please look there. At the end of the semester, anything left in it will be taken to PCDC. You are encouraged to write your name inside of you coats and jackets. V. Lunchtime Weather: VI. Lunch Menu: * Pork Carnitas * Steak Sandwich * Hamburger * Waffle Bar * PB&J Sandwich * Turkey or Ham Sandwich * Chef Salad

According to Coach Randy Peters the Jr. & Sr. High basketball games scheduled for Tuesday 12/1/20 at Waldron have been cancelled. The Jr. teams will play Trinity Christian at the UBC on Thursday 12/3 & the Sr. teams will host Monticello on Friday 12/4.

Mena Middle School Choir recently participated in Region Choir tryouts. These students placed: Treble Choir Odd Yennyte Tecson-4th chair Emily Dodson-11th chair Treble Choir Even Abigail Koppein-3rd chair

Click the link for the Meal Order Form for November 30th - December 4th. THIS FORM WILL CLOSE ON NOVEMBER 24TH AND DELIVERIES WILL BE NOVEMBER 25TH AT HIGH SCHOOL ONLY. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewaxLTRVd8jrMLY8RM2MX2bwbT1ltA6y5F95pBtdnc3_yOJg/viewform

Blended & virtual student meals for November 23rd-November 27th may be picked up today at Louise Durham Elementary or Mena High School between 1 and 2 pm.