This caricature captures this special "passing of the torch" moment.
Mrs. McDade’s Legacy:
Inspiration: Guided by the Lord.
Favorite Part of the School: "The humans—all heights."
Daily Highlight: The morning car rider line.
Hobbies: Reading, running, and gardening.
Next Chapter: Whatever the Lord calls her to do.
Mrs. Wheatley’s New Chapter:
Inspiration: Encouraged by colleagues who saw her leadership; following God’s direction.
Favorite Part of the School: The special connection between students, families, staff, and the community.
Daily Highlight: Building relationships and connecting with students.
Hobbies: Time with family and friends, camping, and lake trips.
Background: 17 years in the classroom, including special education and 9 years teaching 4th grade at Ouachita.
Mrs. McDade’s Legacy:
Inspiration: Guided by the Lord.
Favorite Part of the School: "The humans—all heights."
Daily Highlight: The morning car rider line.
Hobbies: Reading, running, and gardening.
Next Chapter: Whatever the Lord calls her to do.
Mrs. Wheatley’s New Chapter:
Inspiration: Encouraged by colleagues who saw her leadership; following God’s direction.
Favorite Part of the School: The special connection between students, families, staff, and the community.
Daily Highlight: Building relationships and connecting with students.
Hobbies: Time with family and friends, camping, and lake trips.
Background: 17 years in the classroom, including special education and 9 years teaching 4th grade at Ouachita.
The Ouachita Warrior Athletic Awards Banquet will be May 5th at Family Farm in Malvern.
Lady Warriors Softball goes yard on the Ronnie Miller Tournament! The Ladies in Green and Gold put Garrett Memorial and Destiny Wildcats on the long road home with no gold. #champs #gaveembatandbelt 🥎💚💛
Warrior proud of Cayden Hartsell for competing at FCCLA's State Culinary Competition! Way to go, Cayden!
Course Choice is a new program that gives Arkansas students in grades 6-12 the opportunity to take high-quality courses that may not be available at their home school.
These courses can help students explore their interests, earn important credits, and prepare for life after high school – whether they plan to attend college, join the military, or start a career.
These courses can help students explore their interests, earn important credits, and prepare for life after high school – whether they plan to attend college, join the military, or start a career.
Reminder we will be in school tomorrow to make up days missed due to inclement weather.
HAPPY LOVE TEACHING WEEK 2026❤️
We celebrated the heart of Arkansas classrooms all week long.
High School Edition: What makes you love teaching?
Here are some of their answers:
" I love teaching because I get to help students discover what they are capable of. There is nothing better than watching a student look back at where they started and realize just how much they’ve grown."-Kristen Coleman, Jr High English
"There is something deeply meaningful about stepping into a classroom each day knowing that what happens there has the potential to shape lives. For me, teaching is far more than delivering content, it is about investing in people. My students are the highlight of my day. Their questions, their growth, and individuality make every lesson worthwhile. Sharing my passion for science allows me to ignite curiosity and help students see the world with wonder and understanding. Even more rewarding are the relationships built along the way with both students and colleagues. Connections that extend well beyond graduation. Watching students flourish into the confident, capable professionals that I always knew they could become is both a privilege and a lasting joy. "-Stephen Bellomy, HS Science
We celebrated the heart of Arkansas classrooms all week long.
High School Edition: What makes you love teaching?
Here are some of their answers:
" I love teaching because I get to help students discover what they are capable of. There is nothing better than watching a student look back at where they started and realize just how much they’ve grown."-Kristen Coleman, Jr High English
"There is something deeply meaningful about stepping into a classroom each day knowing that what happens there has the potential to shape lives. For me, teaching is far more than delivering content, it is about investing in people. My students are the highlight of my day. Their questions, their growth, and individuality make every lesson worthwhile. Sharing my passion for science allows me to ignite curiosity and help students see the world with wonder and understanding. Even more rewarding are the relationships built along the way with both students and colleagues. Connections that extend well beyond graduation. Watching students flourish into the confident, capable professionals that I always knew they could become is both a privilege and a lasting joy. "-Stephen Bellomy, HS Science
Let's Make Art!
Last week local Author and Teacher Mrs. Brandie Bridges came to meet with Mrs. Boyett's career development students. Thank you for taking the time to talk with our students about your career.
REMINDER! Parent/Teacher Conferences are TODAY! We will dismiss at 2:00!
King Cakes for sale.
Presenting our first Ouachita Warrior Newsletter for the month of February. Junior High students in our Yearbook class put this together to share with our community to help keep you informed on what's going on in Warrior nation. Be looking for one each month for the rest of the year.
Celebrating School Counselor Week!
Thank you Mrs. Neel & Mrs. Spurlin for guiding us and supporting us! We love you both! #Warriors
Thank you Mrs. Neel & Mrs. Spurlin for guiding us and supporting us! We love you both! #Warriors
FCCLA Fundraiser
OSD will make up days missed as follows: Friday February 6, February 27, March 13, April 10 and May 1. Any additional days needed will be added to the end of the school year.
Time to trade those textbooks for snowballs and hot cocoa! Let the fun continue!
NO SCHOOL
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
NO SCHOOL
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
All classes canceled tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28.
Due to the unsafe road conditions, Ouachita School District will be out of school tomorrow, Monday, January 26.
Due to the unsafe road conditions, Ouachita School District will be out of school tomorrow, Monday, January 26.
