
Parents who are curious about the "Test to Stay" option for students who are close contacts to remain in school need to know that it is not automatically in effect. It is going to take a couple of weeks for the state to prepare schools for this. We will inform parents when it becomes an option. For more information go to this link: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2021/sep/29/governor-unveils-quarantine-options/


U-Huh we play that ! We play everything !
Mena Public School Radio !


Holly Harshman Elementary October Menu !!!


Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson has declared the last Wednesday in September as “A Day of Prayer for Arkansas Students”. Governor Hutchinson encourages all citizens of all faiths and backgrounds to voluntarily join in prayer for the success and safety of our students.
https://adecm.ade.arkansas.gov/Attachments/2021_A_Day_of_Prayer_for_Arkansas_Students_(September)_93rd_General_Assembly_190228.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2lKrp6fWqcXB5Yo8dKRpjkj1QynqFNIsTHJaF_-5iggOonb7uZZWB6R7E


The popcorn fundraiser is underway at Holly Harshman Elementary!


Students from MHS. MMS, HHE & LDE attended the Homecoming Pep Rally on Friday at Bob Carver Bearcat Stadium. The court was beautiful, the crowd was rowdy & everyone is sufficiently pumped for a big win over Waldron !!! GO BEARCATS!!!!


Today is Constitution Day & students in Karen Wimberly's class at Holly Harshman Elementary celebrated with a neat project. Next week is Constitution Week.


Scott Davis was at HHE this morning representing Rich Mountain Electric. He shared an electricity magic show in the gym for 3rd-5th grades & it was well received. Thank you REA & Mr. Davis !!!!


WE ❤️Bearcat Fridays at HHE!!!


Mrs Golden’s class at HHE had camouflage day yesterday... Can you see their salamanders?


Congratulations to JESSICA NICHOLSON & LAUREN GAGE who won prizes by registering at the Mena Public School booth at this year's Polk County Fair. Jessica won the cutting board from the Mena FFA and Lauren won the Washburn's Gift Certificate.


Sept 7-10 Mena School District Meal Order Form 20-21, For PCVA Students and Children 18 and under not enrolled in school
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMEv4d6j_1swFkNTSKbHhd6C2GE_amO2p5mGX8jB6hM8iJGA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0


Mrs. Ford's and Mrs. White's third-grade classes at HHE enjoyed a "Book Tasting" today. Students were given the opportunity to sample some juicy reads. They were introduced to different authors, genres, and series. We love reading!


*****ATTENTION GRANDPARENTS****
Sunday September 12th is Grandparents Day & Holly Harshman Elementary hopes you plan to celebrate.
You are invited to take a picture of yourself & your grandchild and post it on the Holly Harshman Elementary Facebook Page as a comment. You can also email your photo to mark.hobson@menaschools.org or send a photo to school & we will do it for you.
Thanks for playing an important part in your grandchild's learning experience. We appreciate everything you do !


Bridgett Martin, with the Polk County Extension Office, spoke to 5th graders at Holly Harshman Elementary on Friday about the importance of hydration. She also had a parting gift for the students which they gladly accepted.. Thanks Mrs. Martin !!!!


Holly Harshman students were greeted by Sr. High Bearcats when they arrived at school on Friday. It's Gameday !!!!


Just a few of our kiddos showing animals at the fair! 🎠🎡👏🏻🐑🐖🐐🐄🐓


Stop by the Mena Public Schools booth ,in the commercial building, at the Polk County Fair. You can register to win a cutting board created by Mena FFA & a $300.00 gift certicate from Washburns Home Furnishings.


A Happy Day at HHE !!!
Students who returned all their paperwork were eligible for the Back to School Drawing today. Congratulations
5th Grade Winner - KERRY IRONS - Hover Board
4th Grade Winner - MAKAYLEE SMITH - Hover Board
3rd Grade Winner - ZANE GOLDEN - Hover Board
BLAINE DAVY - Captain America Movie Pack
Grand Prize - ASHTON TIDWELL - Nintendo Switch, Game & Case
Thanks for returning your paper work promptly &congratulations to KERRY, MAKAYLEE, ZANE, BLAINE & ASHTON !!!!!
