
The Jr. Bearcats struggle to find a win continued Thursday at the Union Bank Center.
JV Boys / Malvern-31 Mena-25
Jr. Boys / Malvern-52 Mena-29
The Jr. Teams will play at DeQueen on Monday.
https://www.menaschools.org/o/athletics/athletics?filter_id=%5B20091%5D


The Mena Jr. Ladycats had a great night at the Union Bank Center on Thursday.
JV Girls / Mena-20 Malvern-9
Jr. Girls / Mena-44 Malvern-13
The Jr. Teams play at DeQueen on Monday. GO LADYCATS!


Click the link for the school calendar!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/828040/Calendar_2020-2021.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3qbAqx9IUAbW3w1qg8eJrbW1SzYgxPnCYn-AKHgM1q_E7VLn5mhoUAsJU


The Jr. High Girls & Boys will play Malvern on Thursday at the Union Bank Center. The JV games begins at 4:00pm...
https://www.menaschools.org/o/athletics


January is School Board Appreciation Month. We are proud to acknowledge the efforts of the men & women who shape the direction of the Mena Public Schools.


Click the link for the Meal Order Form for January 18th - January 22nd. Pick up is Friday from 1pm-2pm at Louise Durham & Mena High School.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc68HngHbIbLoXRv8J8URzsubZ1qE8SYX_Q1d8Le8Bmkgn_rQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2p6uXbuA3epxmAGih0-CovAAI6yqCRLkU7z00B07BS66_oL-XmBSifEJY


Congratulations to the following Mena Middle School students for finishing their reading for the year already! Each of these students has read more than 4000 pages.
Raegan Gates
Mason Brown
Lainee Garrett
Autumn Lockheart
Nathan Needham
Tyler Willis


Announcements for Tuesday, January 12 th
I. Reminder: We will continue to have school on Fridays during the month of January and
until we have more information about Flex.
II. Report cards were mailed on Monday, those with low grades in core classes received an “I”
and a letter about your options for this semester. It does require your parent to contact the
school regarding their choice.
III. Tutoring: remember, it’s available Monday through Thursday 3:30-4:30 and Monday
evening 5:30 – 6:30.
IV. Reminder: Students remember to bring your water bottles to school to stay hydrated.
V. Students: remember that your phones are not to be used in class unless the teacher
allows you for educational purposes.
VI. The last day to order a Yearbook with personalization, your name or icons, is January 29.
You can order online at Jostens.com. When Mrs. Lunsford returns to school next week,
order forms will be available at school.
VII. Congratulations to the following students for finishing their reading for the year
already! Each of these students has read more than 4000 pages.
Raegan Gates
Tyler Willis
Mason Brown
Nathan Needham
Lainee Garrett
Autumn Lockheart
These students can go to the office for front of the lunch line passes after these
announcements.
VIII. No Quiz Bowl practice until February.
IX. Monday, January 18 (next Monday) will be a Virtual Day for students.
X. Lunchtime Weather: cold
XI. Lunch Menu:
Crispito
Cheeseburger
Spicy Chicken
Pizza
Salad
PBJ


Click the link for the school calendar!
https://core docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/828040/Calendar_2020-2021.pdf


January is School Board Appreciation Month. We are proud to acknowledge the efforts of the men & women who shape the direction of the Mena Public Schools.


Announcements for Monday, January 11 th
I. Reminder: We will continue to have school on Fridays during the month of January and
until we have more information about Flex.
II. Tutoring: remember, it’s available Monday through Thursday 3:30-4:30 and Monday
evening 5:30 – 6:30.
III. Students: remember that your phones are not to be used in class unless the teacher
allows you for educational purposes.
IV. No Quiz Bowl practice until February.
V. Monday, January 18 (next Monday) will be a Virtual Day for students.
VI. Lunchtime Weather: cold
VII. Lunch Menu:
Waffle Bar
Bacon Cheeseburger
Chicken salad
Pizza
Salad
PBJ
VIII. Club / Group


Mena Middle School Project Prevent Team met today to plan Spring events. First on the agenda is The Great Kindness Challenge January 25-29!


Coach Craig Bentley has released the 2021 football schedule


January is School Board Appreciation Month. We are proud to acknowledge the efforts of the men & women who shape the direction of the Mena Public Schools.


Blended & virtual student meals for January 11th - January 15th may be picked up today at Louise Durham Elementary or Mena High School between 1 and 2 pm.


The Mena Jr. Girls bounced back from a loss on Monday & defeat Arkadelphia on Thursday at the Union Bank Center.
Jr. Girls Varsity/ Mena-52 Arkadelphia-22
JV Girls / Arkadelphia-27 Mena-11
The Jr. High is back in action on 1/14 when they host Malvern.


Announcements for Thursday, January 7 th
I. Reminder: There is school this Friday and all Fridays in the month of January. If we
continue Flex Friday in the future, you will receive more information later and it will most
likely include incentives based on completed work.
II. HAC access is different. Students were sent an email with information regarding if they
forget a password. We no longer have access to that information.
III. Report cards will be mailed out this week. If you have low grades in core classes, you will
receive a letter from Mr. Sherrer with your options.
IV. Lunchtime Weather: check w/ Mr. Sherrer
V. Lunch Menu:
* Wings Bar * Minicorndogs/Mac&Chees * Meatball Sub * Hot Dog
* Deli Sandwich * Pizza * Cobb Salad


The Jr. High & JV Ladycats play Arkadelphia today at the Union Bank Center. First tip is at 4:30pm... GO LADYCATS!!!


The latest weather info is available on the Mena Public School's Weather Page...including current conditions, weather cam & extended forecast.... Click the link
https://www.weatherbug.com/weather-forecast/now/mena-ar-71953?location=mena-ar-71953
