Mena School District

Mena High School senior CAUY HOUSE signed his letter of intent to play football at Ouachita Baptist University. The ceremony took place with family & friends in attendance at the Union Bank Center. House was an All State performer for the 4-4A Champion Bearcats. He lead the team in 2020 with 142 tackles, one interception, two fumble recoveries, 36 yards rushing, 43 yards receiving & 7 touchdowns. GO CAUY !!! GO BEARCATS !!!

Mena Middle School's Claire Williamson, 7th-grade Geography/History teacher, is excited about receiving new Arkansas History textbooks.

Mena High School Math teacher Bernice Philpot has been working on a new Youtube channel for her blended and traditional students. Follow the link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGUW_W1pKjm8juTkIa06xXg

Wednesday, February 3, 2021 Clubs & Activities: Wednesday - All Seniors need to be in the PAC now for a meeting during Enrichment. FBLA meeting in Rm 202. Bring your permission slip! Thursday - Friday - Sports: Thursday - Senior High Girls Basketball/Junior High Varsity Basketball will be playing at Arkadelphia Friday - Senior High Basketball will be hosting Arkadelphia here at the UBC The HUB is taking applications for the 21-22 school year. If you are an upcoming senior graduating in 2022 and would like to apply for the HUB program, please fill out an application and return them to Mrs. Threlkeld in the HUB, Room 111. If you plan to work your senior year and would like to attend The HUB, please also fill out the AE JAG application form. Applications and HUB expectations were emailed to the Class of 2022 students on Tuesday. Please email Mrs. Threlkeld or stop by Room 111 with any other questions. Signups for the 2021-2022 Cheerleading programs are still taking place. If you wish to try out for the sideline team, competition team, or Beary the mascot, please see Coach Hughes in room 315. If you have already signed up, make sure you have joined the Google Classroom for more information. JAG Applications are now available for the 2021-22 school year for next year’s seniors and juniors. Online applications are at karenpurvis.wixsite.com/mhsjag. You can pick up a printed application from Karen Purvis (room 403), and from your enrichment teacher. Completed applications are due back by the end of the day on Monday, February 8. Any questions, please contact Mrs. Purvis in room 403 or email her - karen.purvis@menaschools.org. If you did not order your copy of the 2021 Mena High School Yearbook yet, see Mr. Philpot to place your order as soon as possible. The yearbook staff has extended the deadline to order a non-personalized copy of the 2021 yearbook through next Thursday, February 11. Yearbooks can be ordered for $60 with cash or check through Mr. Philpot’s room 205. Lunch Menu: February Monday, Feb. 1 - Friday, Feb. 5 Ravioli w/Meat Sauce, Hot Dog, Chicken Sand., Wing Bar BBQ Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Bacon Cheeseburger, Taco Bar Crispito w/Cheese, Mini Corndog, Backyard Burger, PizzA

MMS ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 3 rd   I. 7 th grade ETS students will be meet in the Cafeteria today right after these announcements. II. From Mrs. Breedlove: If you have signed up to try out for Jr High Cheer, please fill out the schedule and application in the google classroom. III. Lunchtime Weather: IV. Lunch Menu: * Ravioli * Hot Dog * Chicken Sandwich * Wing Bar * PB&J Sandwich * Deli Sandwich * Turkey Chef Salad

The Mena Ladycats played a conference basketball game at Hope on Tuesday. Mena-56 Hope-35 final The Ladycats improve to 8-1 / 14-2 & will play at Arkadelphia on Thursday. https://www.menaschools.org/o/athletics

Tuesday, February 2, 2021 Clubs & Activities: Monday - Tuesday - Herff Jones will be here to do measurements for Cap & Gowns for Seniors, and taking orders during enrichment. Be sure you have your order packets ready when you go to the PAC. Sophomore ETS meeting is taking place in the band room now during enrichment. Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Sports: Monday - Tuesday - Senior High Girls Basketball will be playing at Hope Wednesday - Thursday - Senior High Girls Basketball/Junior High Varsity Basketball will be playing at Arkadelphia Friday - Senior High Basketball will be hosting Arkadelphia here at the UBC ETS MEeting with Sophomores today in the Band Room during Enrichment. Herff Jones meeting with Seniors in the PAC during Enrichment. The HUB is now taking applications for the 21-22 school year. If you are an upcoming senior graduating in 2022 and would like to apply for the HUB program, please fill out an application and return them to Mrs. Threlkeld in the HUB, Room 111. If you plan to work your senior year and would like to attend The HUB, please also fill out the AE JAG application form. Applications and HUB expectations were emailed to the Class of 2022 students on Tuesday. Please email Mrs. Threlkeld or stop by Room 111 with any other questions. The FBLA District Spring Leadership Conference will be held Wednesday, February 10th on the Mena High School campus. Please see Mrs. Torix to pick up a permission slip. They need to be returned by this Wednesday, February 3rd. Signups for the 2021-2022 Cheerleading programs are still taking place. If you wish to try out for the sideline team, competition team, or Beary the mascot, please see Coach Hughes in room 315. If you have already signed up, make sure you have joined the Google Classroom for more information. JAG Applications are now available for the 2021-22 school year for next year’s seniors and juniors. Online applications are at karenpurvis.wixsite.com/mhsjag. You can pick up a printed application from Karen Purvis (room 403), and from your enrichment teacher. Completed applications are due back by the end of the day on Monday, February 8. Any questions, please contact Mrs. Purvis in room 403 or email her - karen.purvis@menaschools.org. Lunch Menu: February Monday, Feb. 1 - Friday, Feb. 5 Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Rib Patty San., Spicy Chicken Sand., Taco Bar Ravioli w/Meat Sauce, Hot Dog, Chicken Sand., Wing Bar BBQ Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Bacon Cheeseburger, Taco Bar Crispito w/Cheese, Mini Corndog, Backyard Burger, Pizza Monday, Feb. 8 - Friday, Feb. 12 Pork Carnitas, Chicken Sandwich, Hamburger, Chicken Nugget Bowl Hang Time Basket, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich Mini Corn Dogs/Mac & Cheese, Meatball Sub, Hot Dog, Wing Bar Chili, Chicken Tenders, Cheeseburger, Taco Bar Walking Tacos, Corn Dog, Chicken Sand., Pizza Tuesday Feb., 16 - Friday, Feb. 19 Crispito w/Cheese, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sand., Taco Bar Pulled Pork Sand., Hamburger, Hot Dog, Wing Bar Chicken Nuggets, Spicy Chicken Sand., Mini Corn Dogs, Nacho Bar Salisbury Steak, Backyard Burger, Chicken Tenders, Pizza Monday Feb. 22 - Friday, Feb. 26 Chicken Spaghetti, Pizza Meatball Sub., Double Cheeseburger, Waffle Bar Pulled Pork Sandwich, Rib Patty Sand., Spicy Chicken Sand., Taco Bar Baked Potato w Ham, Hamburger, Hot Dog, Wing Bar Fish Sticks with Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tenders Taco Bar Popcorn Chicken w/ Rice, Corn Dog, Chicken Sand., Pizza

MMS ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 2 nd   I. 7 th & 8 th grade Quiz Bowl teams will have practice in the Cafeteria right after these announcements. II. 7 th grade ETS students will be meeting tomorrow during ACHIEVE. III. We are having an increase in vandalism in the restrooms. If any of you have witnessed anyone doing this (writing on the walls, stuffing paper towels in the sinks or toilets, etc) please let the office know. You will remain anonymous. IV. There are still quite a few of you that are repeatedly being told to wear your mask. If these repeat violations continue, a parent will be contacted. If you are in athletics, your coaches will also be notified. Please wear your mask and wear it properly. It is for your protection, the protection of others, and is a requirement to attend school this year. V. Lunchtime Weather: VI. Lunch Menu: * Popcorn Chicken Bowl * Rib Patty Sandwich * Spicy Chicken Sandwich * Taco Bar * PB&J Sandwich * Deli Sandwich * Cobb Salad

Kili and Annabelle surprised a classmate at MMS by hiding presents for her in Ms Williamson’s classroom. Thank you Kili and Anabelle your kindness matters!

Mena Middle School student Quinn Dahlem is working as a blended student this year. During the kindness challenge last week Quinn served his mom pizza with an encouraging note.Thank you Quinn for your kindness!

The Sr. Ladycats & Bearcats travel to Hope on Tuesday for games that begin at 6:00pm.

Monday, February 1, 2021 Clubs & Activities: Monday - Tuesday - Herff Jones will be here to do measurements for Cap & Gowns for Seniors, and taking orders. Be sure you have your order packets ready when you come to school tomorrow. Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Sports: Monday - Tuesday - Senior High Varsity Basketball will be playing at Hope Wednesday - Thursday - Senior High Girls Basketball/Junior High Varsity Basketball will be playing at Arkadelphia Friday - Senior High Basketball will be hosting Arkadelphia here at the UBC The HUB is now taking applications for the 21-22 school year. If you are an upcoming senior graduating in 2022 and would like to apply for the HUB program, please fill out an application and return them to Mrs. Threlkeld in the HUB, Room 111. If you plan to work your senior year and would like to attend The HUB, please also fill out the AE JAG application form. Applications and HUB expectations were emailed to the Class of 2022 students on Tuesday. Please email Mrs. Threlkeld or stop by Room 111 with any other questions. Be sure to order your copy of the 2021 Mena High School Yearbook for the current price and final price of $60 by the end of the day today. You may order online at www.jostensyearbooks.com with credit or debit card, or order through Mr. Philpot’s room 205 with cash or check. January is the final chance to order your personalized copy of the 2021 MHS Yearbook. The FBLA District Spring Leadership Conference will be held Wednesday, February 10th on the Mena High School campus. Please see Mrs. Torix to pick up a permission slip. They need to be returned by this Wednesday, February 3rd. Signups for the 2021-2022 Cheerleading programs are still taking place. If you wish to try out for the sideline team, competition team, or Beary the mascot, please see Coach Hughes in room 315. If you have already signed up, make sure you have joined the Google Classroom for more information. For anyone who has not turned in their yearbook application to apply for the 2021-22 Yearbook staff, today is the final deadline to be considered. Please return your applications to Mr. Philpot’s room 205 before the end of the day today. JAG Applications are now available for the 2021-22 school year for next year’s seniors and juniors. Online applications are at karenpurvis.wixsite.com/mhsjag. You can pick up a printed application from Karen Purvis (room 403), and from your enrichment teacher. Completed applications are due back by the end of the day on Monday, February 8. Any questions, please contact Mrs. Purvis in room 403 or email her - karen.purvis@menaschools.org. A survey has been sent to all Enrichment teachers to discuss what they would like for their Enrichment team name to be for the upcoming cornhole tournament. Now is the time for Enrichment classes to be discussing their preferred team names, and once submitted, the Journalism 2 class will create a team name banner to hang above the classroom doorway. Lunch Menu: February Monday, Feb. 1 - Friday, Feb. 5 Fish Sticks/Mac & Cheese, Cheeseburger, Chicken Sand., Chili/Grilled Cheese Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Rib Patty San., Spicy Chicken Sand., Taco Bar Ravioli w/Meat Sauce, Hot Dog, Chicken Sand., Wing Bar BBQ Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Bacon Cheeseburger, Taco Bar Crispito w/Cheese, Mini Corndog, Backyard Burger, Pizza Monday, Feb. 8 - Friday, Feb. 12 Pork Carnitas, Chicken Sandwich, Hamburger, Chicken Nugget Bowl Hang Time Basket, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich Mini Corn Dogs/Mac & Cheese, Meatball Sub, Hot Dog, Wing Bar Chili, Chicken Tenders, Cheeseburger, Taco Bar Walking Tacos, Corn Dog, Chicken Sand., Pizza Tuesday Feb., 16 - Friday, Feb. 19 Crispito w/Cheese, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sand., Taco Bar Pulled Pork Sand., Hamburger, Hot Dog, Wing Bar Chicken Nuggets, Spicy Chicken Sand., Mini Corn Dogs, Nacho Bar Salisbury Steak, Backyard Burger, Chicken Tenders, Pizza Monday Feb. 22 - Friday, Feb. 26 Chicken Spaghetti, Pizza Meatball Sub., Double Cheeseburger, Waffle Bar Pulled Pork Sandwich, Rib Patty Sand., Spicy Chicken Sand., Taco Bar Baked Potato w Ham, Hamburger, Hot Dog, Wing Bar Fish Sticks with Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tenders Taco Bar Popcorn Chicken w/ Rice, Corn Dog, Chicken Sand., Pizza

MMS ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 1 st   I. Mrs. Sims is out today so there will be no 6 th grade Quiz Bowl practice today. 7 th & 8 th grade Quiz Bowl teams will have practice tomorrow. II. This is a reminder about our phone policy. You are allowed to use your phones and personal devices outside only, before school, during lunch, and after school. Quite a few of you are using your phones inside the building. Do not risk losing your phone privileges or being sent to ISS for repeat violations. III. 7 th grade ETS will be meeting this Wednesday during ACHIEVE. IV. Reminders:  Keep your Chromebooks charged at home each evening.  If you’re not sure if you ordered a yearbook, check the list on the Cafeteria bulletin board. V. Lunchtime Weather: VI. Lunch Menu: * Fish Sticks with Mac & Cheese * Cheeseburger * Chicken Sandwich * Chili with Grilled Cheese * PB&J Sandwich * Deli Sandwich * Cobb Salad

Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 1-5, 2021 as National School Counselor Week in Arkansas to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within the U.S. school system and how students are different as a result of what they do. Tonya Thacker is one of the best & we are proud to have her at Mena High School.

Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 1-5, 2021 as National School Counselor Week in Arkansas to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within the U.S. school system and how students are different as a result of what they do. Leilani Rose is one of the best & we are proud to have her at Mena Middle School.

Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 1-5, 2021 as National School Counselor Week in Arkansas to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within the U.S. school system and how students are different as a result of what they do. Vicky Maye is one of the best & we are proud to have her at Holly Harshman Elementary.

Governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 1-5, 2021 as National School Counselor Week in Arkansas to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within the U.S. school system and how students are different as a result of what they do. Linda Collins is one of the best & we are proud to have her at Louise Durham Elementary.

The Jr. Bearcats picked up their 5th win & the Sr. Bearcats earned their 4th win at the UBC on Friday. Jr. Boys / Mena-42 Bauxite-40 Sr. Boys / Mena-53 Bauxite-37 The Jr. Boys play at Arkadelphia on Thursday 2/4 & Both the Jr. & Sr. Boys host Arkadelphia on Friday 2/5.

The Mena Ladycats Improved to 13-2/6-1 on the season with a win over Bauxite on Friday. The Jr. Ladycats won by 14 points. Jr. Girls / Mena-39 Bauxite-25 Sr. Girls / Mena-51 Bauxite-35 The Jr. & Sr. Ladycats play at Arkadelphia on Thursday 2/4/21. GO LADYCATS!!!