Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Lunch Menu:
Thursday - 10/15 - Beef Fingers, Chicken Tenders, Meatball Sub, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Popcorn Chicken Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Friday - 10/16 - No School (Fall Break)
Monday - 10/19 - Virtual School Day
Tuesday - 10/20 - Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Rib Patty Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Cobb Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Wednesday - 10/21 - Ravioli w/Meat Sauce, Hot Dog, Steak Sandwich, Wing Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Turkey Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Thursday - 10/22 - BBQ Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Bacon Cheeseburger, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Popcorn Chicken Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Friday - 10/23 - Burrito w/Cheese, Mini Corndog, Backyard Burger, Pizza, PB&J Sandwich, Pizza Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Monday - 10/26 - Pork Carnitas, Steak Sandwich, Hamburger, Waffle Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Chef Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Tuesday - 10/27 - Hang Time Basket, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Cobb Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Wednesday - 10/28 - Mini Corn Dogs with Mac & Cheese, Meatball Sub, Hot Dog, Wing Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Turkey Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Thursday - 10/29 - Baked Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Cheeseburger, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Popcorn Chicken Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Friday - Walking Tacos, Corn Dog, Chicken Sandwich, Pizza, PB&J Sandwich, Pizza Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Clubs & Activities:
Monday -
Tuesday -
Wednesday - Quiz Bowl Practice in room 211 during enrichment
Thursday - Quiz Bowl Practice in room 211 during enrichment
Friday -
Sports:
Monday -
Tuesday - Volleyball will host Arkadelphia this afternoon at the Union Bank Center starting at 4:30
Wednesday -
Thursday - JH Football @ Ozark; Senior High Volleyball will host Little Rock Mills at the Union Bank Center
Friday - SH Football vs Ozark Here
Students, please remember that per the school dress code, hats and hoods are not to be worn in the building.
Students, remember that you must have your masks on and pulled up over your nose in common areas like the cafeteria and the hallways between classes.
Anyone interested in joining Sci-Fi Club this school year, there will be no dues this year, just sign up with Ms. Hooker to join! Even Blended students will have access to the Google Classroom.
The flu shot clinic will be this morning at Mena High School. Only students who have submitted forms will be receiving a flu shot.
If any 9th or 10th grader is interested in Upward Bound, Please see Mrs. Thacker for an application.
If you are interested in joining the National English Honor Society, please go by Mrs. Neufeld’s Room 207 to pick up an application.
There will be no school tomorrow for fall break, and Monday will be a virtual day for students working from home.

Please remember that Mena Public Schools will be closed on Friday 10/16. That means that Virtual & Blended meal pick up will be today from 1pm-2pm at Louise Durham Elementary & Mena High School. These are meals for 10/19 thru 10/23...

Mr. Philpot announced today that we have secured a retakes and make-up picture day with Lifetouch for our School Pictures, which will be on Wednesday, November 11. Originally, Lifetouch wasn't going to be able to offer a make-up pics and retakes day, but once they finally got all their schools scheduled for their official picture day, they were able to look at possible dates to offer retake and make-up pics, so we're fortunate to get this date.

On October 9, USDA approved waivers for school districts to operate SSO (Covid-19 Response #59) until June 30, 2021. This will allow districts to serve all meals at the free rate.

Kickoff is at 5:30pm & volleyball begins at 4:30pm. GO BEARCATS!

Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Lunch Menu:
Monday -
Tuesday -
Wednesday - 10/14 - Burrito w/Cheese, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Wing Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Turkey Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Thursday - 10/15 - Beef Fingers, Chicken Tenders, Meatball Sub, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Popcorn Chicken Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Friday - 10/16 - No School (Fall Break)
Monday - 10/19 - Virtual School Day
Tuesday - 10/20 - Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Rib Patty Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Cobb Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Wednesday - 10/21 - Ravioli w/Meat Sauce, Hot Dog, Steak Sandwich, Wing Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Turkey Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Thursday - 10/22 - BBQ Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Bacon Cheeseburger, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Popcorn Chicken Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Friday - 10/23 - Burrito w/Cheese, Mini Corndog, Backyard Burger, Pizza, PB&J Sandwich, Pizza Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Monday - 10/26 - Pork Carnitas, Steak Sandwich, Hamburger, Waffle Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Chef Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Tuesday - 10/27 - Hang Time Basket, Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Cobb Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Wednesday - 10/28 - Mini Corn Dogs with Mac & Cheese, Meatball Sub, Hot Dog, Wing Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Turkey Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Thursday - 10/29 - Baked Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Cheeseburger, Taco Bar, PB&J Sandwich, Popcorn Chicken Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Friday - Walking Tacos, Corn Dog, Chicken Sandwich, Pizza, PB&J Sandwich, Pizza Salad, Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Clubs & Activities:
Monday -
Tuesday -
Wednesday - Quiz Bowl Practice in room 211 during enrichment
Thursday - Quiz Bowl Practice in room 211 during enrichment
Friday -
Sports:
Monday -
Tuesday - Volleyball will host Arkadelphia this afternoon at the Union Bank Center starting at 4:30
Wednesday -
Thursday - JH Football @ Ozark
Friday - SH Football vs Ozark Here
Students, please remember that per the school dress code, hats and hoods are not to be worn in the building.
Students, remember that you must have your masks on and pulled up over your nose in common areas like the cafeteria and the hallways between classes.
Anyone interested in joining Sci-Fi Club this school year, there will be no dues this year, just sign up with Ms. Hooker to join! Even Blended students will have access to the Google Classroom.
If you did not turn in your flu shot form yet, Please bring your flu shot forms to Nurse Bobbi as soon as possible. The Flu Shot Clinic is scheduled for this tomorrow, October 15.
If any 9th or 10th grader is interested in Upward Bound, Please see Mrs. Thacker for an application.
If you are interested in joining the National English Honor Society, please go by Mrs. Neufeld’s Room 207 to pick up an application.
Congratulations to the Bearcat Marching Band who received a Superior rating from yesterday’s performance in the Regional VIII Marching Assessment. This makes 12 straight years of the band receiving a Superior rating, and Mena High School is proud of all the band members, Mr. Morgan, and Mr. Huntington for this wonderful accomplishment.

All on-site students attending school on Thursday, October 15th will have a free breakfast and lunch (no refrigeration needed) sent home with them at the end of the day for our virtual day Monday, October 19th – NO NEED TO REGISTER
Blended and PCVA students – please continue filling out the online
meal form each week to receive your free breakfasts and lunches –
NOTE – this week’s online form closes Wednesday, October 14th and pick up is Thursday, October 15th between 1:00 – 2:00p.m.

Click the link for the meal order form for the week of October 19th-23rd. PIck up is THURSDAY 10/15 from 1pm-2pm at Louise Durham & Mena High School.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSebK70jKyy.../viewform...

Mena volleyball hosted Arkadelphia Tuesday & won all games.
Jr. JV - Mena won 2-0
Jr. High - Mena won 2-0
Sr. High - Mena won 3-0
The Ladycats will host L.R. Mills on Thursday! GO MENA!!!!

Congratulations to the Mena Bearcat Marching Band. They earned a superior rating at today's Region VIII Marching Contest. This is the 12th year in a row the band has received a superior rating. GO BEARCATS!!!!
Just a reminder that Mena Public Schools will be closed on Friday, October 16th. This is a vacation day for students & teachers.
Mena Public Schools will be closed on Monday, October 19th. This is a virtual day for students. Meaning they will have assignments from their teacher to complete that day at home. This will be a day of professional development for teachers..
All on-site students attending school on Thursday, October 15 th will have a free breakfast and lunch (no refrigeration needed) sent home with them at the end of the day for our virtual day Monday, October 19th – NO NEED TO REGISTER
Blended and PCVA students – please continue filling out the online
meal form each week to receive your free breakfasts and lunches –
NOTE – this week’s online form closes tomorrow, Wednesday,
October 14th and pick up is Thursday, October 15 th between 1:00 – 2:00p.m.


The Annual MHS Blood Drive is happening today. Students who have signed up recently as well as staff are donating.

Congratulations to Mr. Charles Morgan for receiving the October Teacher of the Month Award at Mena High School. It was stated that Mr. Morgan spends countless hours working out the logistics of practices and performances. He always has a smile on his face, is highly motivated, and always pushes you to be your very best. Mr. Morgan is a great person and an amazing educator. He will receive a certificate from Mrs. Wilson’s Orientation to Teaching and Child Care Guidance Classes and a cupcake from Sassafras Cakery.
https://www.menaschools.org/o/mena-high-school/teacher_pages#/teachers/23602/bio

Tuesday October 13, 2020
Lunch Menu:
Monday -
Tuesday -
Wednesday -
Thursday -
Friday -
Clubs & Activities:
Monday -
Tuesday -
Wednesday - Quiz Bowl Practice in room 211 during enrichment
Thursday - Quiz Bowl Practice in room 211 during enrichment
Friday -
Sports:
Monday -
Tuesday - Volleyball will host Arkadelphia this afternoon at the Union Bank Center starting at 4:30
Wednesday -
Thursday - JH Football @ Ozark
Friday - SH Football vs Ozark Here
Students, please remember that per the school dress code, hats and hoods are not to be worn in the building.
Students, remember that you must have your masks on and pulled up over your nose in common areas like the cafeteria and the hallways between classes.
Congratulations to Mr. Charles Morgan for receiving the October Teacher of the Month Award. It was stated that Mr. Morgan spends countless hours working out the logistics of practices and performances. He always has a smile on his face, is highly motivated, and always pushes you to be your very best. Overall, Mr. Morgan is a great person and an amazing educator. He will receive a certificate from Mrs. Wilson’s Orientation to Teaching and Child Care Guidance Classes and a cupcake from Sassafras Cakery.
Anyone interested in joining Sci-Fi Club this school year, there will be no dues this year, just sign up with Ms. Hooker to join! Even Blended students will have access to the Google Classroom.
If you did not turn in your flu shot form yet, Please bring your flu shot forms to Nurse Bobbi as soon as possible. The Flu Shot Clinic is scheduled for this Thursday, October 15.
The Fall Blood Drive is today in the Bearcat Den from 10:00 to 1:00.
If any 9th or 10th grader is interested in Upward Bound, Please see Mrs. Thacker for an application.
The Bearcat Marching Band will be participating in the Regional VIII Marching Assessment here at Bearcat Stadium beginning at 3:00 p.m. The event can be watched via Facebook Live on the Mena High School Facebook page.
If you are interested in joining the National English Honor Society, please go by Mrs. Neufeld’s Room 207 to pick up an application.

Jr. High & Sr. High in action beginning at 4:30pm in the Union Bank Center... GO LADYCATS!!!

The Mena Ladycats get the sweep at Bauxite Monday!
Jr. High: Mena-2 Bauxite-1
Sr. JV: Mena-2 Bauxite-0
Sr. High: Mena-3 Bauxite-0
The Ladycats will host Arkadelphia at the Union Bank Center tomorrow 10/13. Games begin at 4:30pm. GO LADYCATS!!!

ADMISSION TICKETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED ON THURSDAY 10/15 FOR THE OZARK/MENA FOOTBALL GAME WHICH WILL BE PLAYED ON FRIDAY 10/16 AT BOB CARVER BEARCAT STADIUM.
There will be a limited number of tickets available to the general public that can be picked up at the Central Office on Thursday 10/15 from 8:00am to 3:45pm.
The visiting team and fans will enter the stadium through the large gate at the Northside of the stadium.
The visiting bleachers have been marked off to ensure proper social
distancing. Please wear your mask and social distance while attending the game
Visiting fans must present their tickets and pay at the gate.

The Mena Basscats were in action Sunday on Lake Maumelle. This was the first Tournament of the season for Trader Bills High School Tournament Trail. This was the first time for the Basscats to compete on Lake Maumelle. Austin Rose and Jarrett Burger came in 8th place.




Lifetouch Sports, band & cheer photo's are being taken today at MHS & MMS !!!

The Mena High School Band will compete in the Region VIII Marching Assessment on Tuesday. This year the judges will come to us. We will perform at Bearcat Stadium at 3:00 PM. It is open to the public following all social distancing guidelines as directed by AAA and ASBOA.

