Summer Feeding Program info here!
For more information, contact Melissa Lace, child nutrition director, at 870-739-5100 or blace@msd3.org.
For more information, contact Melissa Lace, child nutrition director, at 870-739-5100 or blace@msd3.org.
Today and tomorrow, elementary teachers are being trained by two presenters from UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Institute). This curriculum will be our foundational phonics starting next year! Everyone is excited about new learning to help our students achieve more success.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) will require all Summer EBT (SEBT) recipients to reset the PIN numbers associated with their cards in response to reports of thefts of these benefits from out-of-state scammers.
For more information, including information on how to reset PIN numbers, follow the link below:
https://www.msd3.org/article/2958428
For more information, including information on how to reset PIN numbers, follow the link below:
https://www.msd3.org/article/2958428
We are proud of these Marion students representing MHS this week at Arkansas Girls State, held at Harding University in Searcy. This photo was taken today at the State Capitol in Little Rock during the program’s final day activities.
Pictured from left to right are Kolbie Triplett, Trinity Smith, Isabel Schmidt, Piper McFarland, and Amanda Chen. Amanda was elected to a state office as treasurer, while Piper and Isabel were each elected to city offices. Trinity also campaigned for a state office during the week’s activities.
Congratulations to all of these students on an outstanding experience and accomplishment.
Pictured from left to right are Kolbie Triplett, Trinity Smith, Isabel Schmidt, Piper McFarland, and Amanda Chen. Amanda was elected to a state office as treasurer, while Piper and Isabel were each elected to city offices. Trinity also campaigned for a state office during the week’s activities.
Congratulations to all of these students on an outstanding experience and accomplishment.
The Marion Patriot Pride Band program is pleased to announce the addition of two new staff members who will join the program for the 2026-27 school year.
Emily Norris joins Marion after working with marching band programs across west Tennessee and northern Mississippi, most recently at Lake Cormorant High School. Destiny Riddle brings a diverse background in music education, with experience in band programs throughout Arkansas and Oklahoma.
“We are excited to welcome Ms. Norris and Ms. Riddle to our band program,” said Marion Director of Bands Kristen Shepherd. “Both bring a tremendous passion for music education along with valuable experience in the classroom and performance settings. Their energy, talent, and commitment to students will make an immediate impact on our program. We look forward to the opportunities ahead as they help continue the tradition of excellence within Marion bands.”
For more, follow the link below:
https://www.msd3.org/article/2936769
Emily Norris joins Marion after working with marching band programs across west Tennessee and northern Mississippi, most recently at Lake Cormorant High School. Destiny Riddle brings a diverse background in music education, with experience in band programs throughout Arkansas and Oklahoma.
“We are excited to welcome Ms. Norris and Ms. Riddle to our band program,” said Marion Director of Bands Kristen Shepherd. “Both bring a tremendous passion for music education along with valuable experience in the classroom and performance settings. Their energy, talent, and commitment to students will make an immediate impact on our program. We look forward to the opportunities ahead as they help continue the tradition of excellence within Marion bands.”
For more, follow the link below:
https://www.msd3.org/article/2936769
Elementary curriculum work continues with math and science teams digging into their standards and designing their unit plan!
Memorial Day is a time to reflect on and honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in military service to our country. We remember their sacrifice with gratitude and respect.
As a reminder, the Marion School District will be closed Monday (May 25) in observance of the holiday.
As a reminder, the Marion School District will be closed Monday (May 25) in observance of the holiday.
Good afternoon, Patriot family! This is a friendly reminder that the Marion School District will be in session tomorrow (Friday, May 21) as part of our scheduled weather makeup days. Please also note that the district will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you!
The Marion Junior High Eighth Grade Band and the Marion Seventh Grade Academy Beginning Band will present their Spring Concert at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, at the Marion Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.
Come enjoy a night of live music and show your support for the hard work and talent of our student musicians!
(Performers should report at 6 p.m.)
Come enjoy a night of live music and show your support for the hard work and talent of our student musicians!
(Performers should report at 6 p.m.)
Public Notice: Disposal of Special Education Records
In accordance with state guidelines, special education records must be disposed of six (6) years after a student is dismissed from services, graduates, is found ineligible, or when the records are no longer needed to make educational decisions.
Based on these guidelines, the Marion School District will begin the disposal of special education records on June 26, 2026, for students who graduated, transferred to another district, or exited special education services during the 2020–2021 school year.
Parents/guardians have the right to review and request copies of these records prior to their disposal. Students who are 18 years of age or older also have the right to review and/or obtain copies of their records.
Any parent/guardian or former student wishing to review or obtain copies of these records should contact the Marion Special Education Office at 870-739-5100 before June 26, 2026.
Please note: These are not permanent student records. The records scheduled for disposal consist only of special education due process documentation and related records.
In accordance with state guidelines, special education records must be disposed of six (6) years after a student is dismissed from services, graduates, is found ineligible, or when the records are no longer needed to make educational decisions.
Based on these guidelines, the Marion School District will begin the disposal of special education records on June 26, 2026, for students who graduated, transferred to another district, or exited special education services during the 2020–2021 school year.
Parents/guardians have the right to review and request copies of these records prior to their disposal. Students who are 18 years of age or older also have the right to review and/or obtain copies of their records.
Any parent/guardian or former student wishing to review or obtain copies of these records should contact the Marion Special Education Office at 870-739-5100 before June 26, 2026.
Please note: These are not permanent student records. The records scheduled for disposal consist only of special education due process documentation and related records.
The Marion Choir Program will wrap up its performance season with its End-of-Year Choir Concert on Tuesday (May 5) at 6:30 p.m. at the Marion Performing Arts Center.
This special evening will feature performances by the 8th Grade Mixed Choir, 9th Grade Mixed Choir, and High School Concert Choir, showcasing the hard work, talent, and growth of our student musicians throughout the year.
We will also take time to recognize student achievements and honor our graduating seniors as we celebrate their dedication to the program.
The public is warmly invited to attend and help us celebrate these outstanding students and their accomplishments. We hope to see you there!
This special evening will feature performances by the 8th Grade Mixed Choir, 9th Grade Mixed Choir, and High School Concert Choir, showcasing the hard work, talent, and growth of our student musicians throughout the year.
We will also take time to recognize student achievements and honor our graduating seniors as we celebrate their dedication to the program.
The public is warmly invited to attend and help us celebrate these outstanding students and their accomplishments. We hope to see you there!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🎉 This week, we celebrate the incredible dedication, passion, and creativity our teachers bring to the classroom every single day. Thank you for shaping minds, inspiring growth, and building a brighter future for our community -- truly, you are all amazing!
In the words of the late American radio and television writer Andy Rooney:
“Most of us end up with no more than five or six people who remember us. Teachers have thousands of people who remember them for the rest of their lives.” 💙❤️
In the words of the late American radio and television writer Andy Rooney:
“Most of us end up with no more than five or six people who remember us. Teachers have thousands of people who remember them for the rest of their lives.” 💙❤️
The Marion High School Band program will present its Spring Concert at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 27, at the Marion Performing Arts Center. The evening will feature performances by the MHS Concert Bands and Jazz Band, along with senior recognition honoring our graduating musicians. Admission is free.
We invite the community to come out and support our talented student musicians for an enjoyable evening of live music!
(Performers should report at 6 p.m.)
We invite the community to come out and support our talented student musicians for an enjoyable evening of live music!
(Performers should report at 6 p.m.)
Congratulations to the Marion High School Concert Choir on earning an "Excellent" at the Arkansas State Choir Festival, held Friday in Conway! This accomplishment comes on the heels of an outstanding showing at the Regional Choir Festival, where the ensemble received Superior ratings in both stage performance and sight-reading.
The Marion Choir Program will conclude its performance season with its End-of-Year Choir Concert on Tuesday, May 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marion Performing Arts Center. This special event will feature performances by the 8th Grade Mixed Choir, 9th Grade Mixed Choir, and the High School Concert Choir. The evening will also include recognition of student achievements and a celebration honoring the program’s graduating seniors.
For more, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/2830119
The Marion Choir Program will conclude its performance season with its End-of-Year Choir Concert on Tuesday, May 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marion Performing Arts Center. This special event will feature performances by the 8th Grade Mixed Choir, 9th Grade Mixed Choir, and the High School Concert Choir. The evening will also include recognition of student achievements and a celebration honoring the program’s graduating seniors.
For more, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/2830119
A new era is underway for the Marion School District band program, but its tradition of excellence remains unchanged.
With the departure of Monty Hill earlier this year, Kristen Shepherd has been tabbed as the district’s new Director of Bands. Shepherd has served as an Assistant Band Director with the district since 2022.
Joining Shepherd in the band program’s new-look leadership team are Andrew Coleman, who will lead the Marion Junior High Band program; Doug Young, who will be an Assistant Director for the high school; and Ethan Andrews, who will be a junior high Assistant Director. All three are continuing with the Marion Band program. Two additional assistant directors will also be hired.
“We have enormous pride in our band program here at Marion, and we are deeply grateful to the Hills for the leadership they have provided and the standard of excellence they helped establish,” said Dr. Glen Fenter, Marion superintendent. “At the same time, we are very confident in the future of the program under Ms. Shepherd’s leadership. Kristen has been an important part of our band’s success, and she brings outstanding experience, pedigree, talent, and vision to this role.”
To read more, follow the link below:
https://www.msd3.org/article/2827746
With the departure of Monty Hill earlier this year, Kristen Shepherd has been tabbed as the district’s new Director of Bands. Shepherd has served as an Assistant Band Director with the district since 2022.
Joining Shepherd in the band program’s new-look leadership team are Andrew Coleman, who will lead the Marion Junior High Band program; Doug Young, who will be an Assistant Director for the high school; and Ethan Andrews, who will be a junior high Assistant Director. All three are continuing with the Marion Band program. Two additional assistant directors will also be hired.
“We have enormous pride in our band program here at Marion, and we are deeply grateful to the Hills for the leadership they have provided and the standard of excellence they helped establish,” said Dr. Glen Fenter, Marion superintendent. “At the same time, we are very confident in the future of the program under Ms. Shepherd’s leadership. Kristen has been an important part of our band’s success, and she brings outstanding experience, pedigree, talent, and vision to this role.”
To read more, follow the link below:
https://www.msd3.org/article/2827746
Congratulations to this year's Marion School District Teachers of the Year! Through votes from school staff, one Teacher of the Year was selected from each school in the district, with one honoree named the overall district winner.
This year’s Marion School District Teacher of the Year is Shannon Banks, a garden educator and EAST facilitator at Marion Math, Science & Technology Magnet. Banks is also the Teacher of the Year for MST.
Other honorees and their respective schools are Lentisha Fifer, Marion Seventh Grade Academy; Ashley Gentry, Marion Junior High School; Leigh Hughes, Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet; Sophia Hughes, Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet; and Nancy Sparks, Marion High School.
To read more about these amazing educators, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/2823091
This year’s Marion School District Teacher of the Year is Shannon Banks, a garden educator and EAST facilitator at Marion Math, Science & Technology Magnet. Banks is also the Teacher of the Year for MST.
Other honorees and their respective schools are Lentisha Fifer, Marion Seventh Grade Academy; Ashley Gentry, Marion Junior High School; Leigh Hughes, Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet; Sophia Hughes, Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet; and Nancy Sparks, Marion High School.
To read more about these amazing educators, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/2823091
Marion School District is proud to announce that ALE educator Tawanna Williams has been selected for the IMPACT Arkansas Fellowship Cohort 11, a prestigious and highly competitive program for emerging educational leaders across the state.
Through this 18-month fellowship, Ms. Williams will engage in leadership development, collaborate with educators statewide, and work toward earning her master’s degree in educational leadership and principal certification through the University of Arkansas.
Ms. Williams is a dedicated educator who consistently advocates for students and families while demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to growth. We are incredibly proud of her and look forward to the continued impact she will make on our school community.
Congratulations, Ms. Williams!
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#IMPACTArkansas
#BragLikeALeader
Through this 18-month fellowship, Ms. Williams will engage in leadership development, collaborate with educators statewide, and work toward earning her master’s degree in educational leadership and principal certification through the University of Arkansas.
Ms. Williams is a dedicated educator who consistently advocates for students and families while demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to growth. We are incredibly proud of her and look forward to the continued impact she will make on our school community.
Congratulations, Ms. Williams!
#ReptheM
#IMPACTArkansas
#BragLikeALeader
We hope everybody had a great Spring Break! Just a quick reminder that classes in the Marion School District will resume on Monday, April 6 (this is a weather makeup day).
We’re eager to have everyone back at school and finish the year strong during these final nine weeks!
We’re eager to have everyone back at school and finish the year strong during these final nine weeks!
Spring Break is here! We wish our students and staff a restful and rejuvenating time away. Whether you’re traveling or enjoying some well-earned time at home, we hope it brings you joy and renewed energy.
As a reminder, students will return to class on Monday, April 6 (this is a weather makeup day).
We look forward to seeing everyone back, recharged and ready for the final 9 weeks of the school year!
As a reminder, students will return to class on Monday, April 6 (this is a weather makeup day).
We look forward to seeing everyone back, recharged and ready for the final 9 weeks of the school year!
Congratulations to the Marion School District bands for their outstanding performances at the Region IV Concert Assessment on Monday! All four bands earned Superior First Division ratings in both Stage Performance and Sight-Reading, earning ASBOA Sweepstakes Awards for their efforts.
To read more about their achievements, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/2771757
