Monday is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Let's join together and spread KINDNESS! Thanks to our guests from Hackler Intermediate and MHJH for their help sharing this message! https://youtu.be/5kAGwVzRH90
Join us for our second recruitment fair of the year -- Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 4-6 p.m. We have lots of information to share about our district, our benefits, and the worthwhile work that we get to do each day!
Attention Parents of Home School/Private School Students:
If your child is homeschooled or enrolled in Private School but lives within the Mountain Home Public Schools boundaries, you are invited to attend an informational drop-in meeting regarding Special Education services that may be available.
Join our Special Education Supervisor by dropping in at Guy Berry College & Career Academy from 4:00-5:00 on February 11.
Email Mrs. Benton (Special Education Director) at gbenton@mhbombers.com if you have questions.
Big congratulations to our Mr. and Miss MHJH court and winners Kendrick Sanders and Saxton Bodenhamer!
Pictured:(8th Graders) Alex Chafin, Jarrett Warno, Lily Pemberton, Dawson Harper (9th Graders) Eliana Pepin, Brody Brown, Tanner Alkire, Alma Kent, Kendrick Sanders, Saxton Bodenhamer
Mrs. Dewey has Mrs. Lawrence as a special guest to discuss the Student Success section of the strategic plan. https://youtu.be/JE6bkcBGmsc
Child Cell Phone Use Facts:
Please join us in thanking our school counselors for all the hard work they do and all the kindness they display! Our counseling staff members are an integral part of each building, and we're thankful for them!
Launching Your Future at MHJH for next school year's 8th and 9th graders!
Mrs. Dewey has a special guest, Mrs. Steiner from the Hackler Library, to talk all things reading and books! The video will help you find ways to support your young readers! https://youtu.be/yZRCQDx9fNs
MHPS had a great showing at the Baxter County Spelling Bee today! Pictured: the entire group of MHPS participants (grades 3-8), first place winner Michael Jones (Hackler Intermediate - 4th grade), second place winner Ricia Recktenwald (MHJH - 8th grade), and Presley Mayfield (Pinkston Middle School - 7th grade).
Michael will represent Baxter county in the Arkansas State Spelling Bee in Little Rock on March 8th.
We are so proud of our Bomber Spellers!
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Thursday, February 13! See you then!
Visit the address linked in this QR code to register your child for Night to Shine 2025! This formal event is for students with special needs, and it is always a wonderful night!
More information available here: https://www.facebook.com/nighttoshinemountainhome
The Mountain Home Jr. High HOSA Chapter is seeking dynamic and engaging speakers for our upcoming HOSA Health Fair! This annual event brings together students eager to learn about health, wellness, and life skills that will help them grow into well-rounded adults.
While we have a strong focus on healthcare-related topics that address teenage health—such as mental health, fitness, nutrition, and medical careers—we are expanding our scope this year to include broader topics that empower teenagers to succeed in all aspects of life.
We are looking for licensed professionals and experts who can share valuable insights on:
Personal development
Financial literacy
Leadership and goal-setting
Overcoming challenges and resilience
Preparing for life after high school
Requirements:
All speakers must be licensed or certified professionals in the topic they will be presenting.
All speakers must pass the Mountain Home Public Schools (MHPS) volunteer background check before the event.
Event Details:
📅 Date: February 25th
📍 Location: Mountain Home Jr. High
⏱ Presentation Length: 40-45 minutes
To apply or learn more, please contact Jennifer Holmes at jholmes@mhbombers.com.
Deadline for submissions: February 7th.
Join us in inspiring and equipping the next generation with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive!
Mrs. Dewey has a special guest from MHK: Mr. Kevin Roach. They discuss Kindergarten readiness, registration, and back-to-school information for our little Bombers -- the class of 2038! https://youtu.be/NurTzuxCkfs
Mr. and Miss MHJH Representatives have been announced! Congrats!
Congratulations to last month's First Security Leadership Award Recipient: Harrison Baker!
Harrison recently served as chairman of the FFA Conduct of Chapter Meetings Team where his team won 1st place in sub-area and 1st place in District contests. Harrison also qualified for district competition by placing in the top 16 in FFA Knowledge. Harrison went on and placed 2nd at the District level in FFA knowledge with oral questions. Harrison will compete in state competition in Hot Springs in April in both Conduct of Chapter meetings and in FFA knowledge. These 2 contests are Leadership Career Development Events and Harrison has excelled!. Harrison is also a great leader when he is needed to help a classmate or teacher in other areas regardless of if it is in the classroom, shop or livestock facilities both in and outside of class.
Congratulations to the MHJH (grades 8 and 9) A&B Honor Roll. These students were recognized this week for their excellent performance last semester!
Sweetheart Week Information for all grades! Don't forget: this is the week after next! We just wanted to give families time to plan outfits and/or to order shirts. Go Bombers!
Mountain Home Junior High (Grades 7-9) Quiz Bowl team recently tied for third place out of the 11 teams that competed in the tournament held at Ozarka College in Melbourne. The team is coached by high school math teacher, James Kerr. Team members pictured front row, from L to R are: Ricia Recktenwald, Eliza Obert, Emma Jones, Presley Mayfield, and Taylor St. Clair. Back row, from L to R: Wave Simmons, Tyson Sebree, Gage Gilbee, Aidan Kerr, and Victor Jackson.
Join us! Here's a link to the school choice form! Don't forget -- the deadline is May 1! There are so many reasons to become a Bomber, and we're glad to share those with you. Call us at 425-1201 for more information!
https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/School_Choice_Transfer_Form_May_2024_OSCPE_updated_approved_1-6-25_OSCPE.pdf
