Many opportunities have been missed in recent years at Mena Public Schools simply because parents have declined to fill out a free and reduced meal application. Filling out the application not only helps those in need but helps ALL students in the district. It’s easy to do & can be done on the Mena Public School website at
https://frapps.horizonsolana.com/welcome
Additional information is also available on the website at
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/813911/FREQUENTLY_ASKED_QUESTIONS_ABOUT_FREE_AND_REDUCED_PRICE_SCHOOL_MEALS.pdf
If you require still more information feel free to stop by the administration building during office hours at 501 Hickory in Mena. You may also call 479-394-1710 or Email sherry.newman@menaschools.org .
Holly Harshman Elementary is excited to welcome ERIKA WILLIAMS to the 5th grade hallway!
Hi, I’m Erika Williams. I am coming to Holly Harshman Elementary with 22 years experience from Wickes Elementary School. I’m looking forward to teaching fifth grade literacy again. I’m married and have three grown children, two daughters and one son. I enjoy reading, being home on the farm, and cooking.”
Holly Harshman Elementary is pleased to welcome BRIANNA PETERS to the 4th grade hallway!
My name is Brianna Peters. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Early Elementary Education K-6 from Southern Arkansas University in May 2020. I was born and raised right here in Mena! I am a HUGE family person and love anytime spent with them! I also enjoy being outdoors and watching movies.
The plight of the teacher's child, Nothing to do but wait while their parent's work on summer projects, professional development or other duties. All while their friends are enjoying vacation, a day at the pool or other fun stuff. Hang in there Avery !!!!
Mena Public Schools is looking for bus drivers. Call 394-5252. Other opportunities are also available. Click the link for more info..
https://menaschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Summer projects continue. In the photo Justin Head working on additional storage in the kitchen at Holly Harshman Elementary.
HHE teachers are busy preparing for the 2021-22 school year!! WE are excited! The first day of school for students is Monday, August 16th.
ummer Maintenance & cleaning is in midstream at the Mena Public School's transportation facility as preparations continue for the 2021/2022 school year. The first day for students will be Monday, August 16th.
https://www.menaschools.org/events?page_no=2
Crews across the district are working at a feverish pace to complete all the projects that must be done before the 21/22 school year begins on August 16th. Looking good so far.
Mena Public Schools is looking for bus drivers. Call 394-5252. Other opportunities are also available. Click the link for more info..
https://menaschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
A huge shout out to Keri Duer who painted new hop scotch & four square games at Holly Harshman Elementary!!!
Classroom furniture has been moved into the halls as floor cleaning & waxing is underway across the district.
Holly Harshman Elementary hosted a retirement picnic on Tuesday at the HHE gym.
Mena Athletes participated in the Area 14 Special Olympics at Bob Carver Bearcat Stadium on Monday. Photographs by LEXI DILBECK & CADENCE BARNES who are a part of Mr. Any Philpot's Journalism Class.
Follow the link to the album. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=MenaPublicSchools&set=a.1788890211270710
Holly Harshman Elementary would like to thank the Polk County Farm Bureau Women's Committee for their generous donation. Mrs. Parsons and Mrs. White are so appreciative of the generous gifts of planters, grow lights, and seeds that have helped our students better understand the life cycle of a plant. We look forward to using the soybeans for next year!
A big shout out is in order to KYNZLI DYER for designing the 100 point club t-shirt at HHE !!! GO KYNZLI !!!! GO BEARCATS !!!!
What a great day to release our classroom butterflies! The kids got to watch the lifecycle from caterpillar to butterfly
Mrs Cheyenne Burdess Reeves’ class had a special visitor today
Mena Public Schools is looking for bus drivers.Call 394-5252. Other opportunities are also available. Click the link for more info..
https://menaschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
The physicals are also available to any 5th graders that will be taking the lifetime wellness class next school year. This will be a healthcare setting & the physicians will require a mask be worn during this event..
