Everything’s coming up roses for the Patriot Pride Marching Band this fall as the award-winning ensemble prepares to kick off its 2026 competitive season.

This year’s production is titled “La Vie en Rose” and will feature a heavy emphasis on the visual and musical symbolism of roses and the color red.

The band will play at each Patriot home football game, as well as the following contests:

- Sept. 26: Conquistador Classic in Olive Branch, Miss.
- Oct. 10: Power Band Classic at Lake Hamilton
- Oct. 17: McDonald’s Marching Invitational in Paragould
- Oct. 20: ASBOA Region Marching Contest in Cabot
- Oct. 24: Eastern Shore Classic in Daphne, Ala.
- Nov. 2-4: 6A State Marching Contest at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock

To read more about the band's upcoming season, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/3122643
4 days ago, Marion School District
Marion School District students and Patriot fans have a new home for school pride with the debut of “The M,” an all-new spirit store managed and operated by Marion High School students.

Operated through the Marion High School Business Marketing Department, The M will function as a hands-on retail learning environment designed to provide students with authentic experience in creating and designing school-branded merchandise, as well as marketing, advertising, merchandising, customer service, inventory management, and business operations.

For more information, including how to orger your gear from "The M," follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/3120576
5 days ago, Marion School District
The Labor Day break may be over, but the learning never stops! MHS teachers came back, refreshed and ready to dive right back in—with professional trainings, collaboration, and a commitment to growing together so our students can thrive!

Teachers from all secondary Social Studies classrooms in Marion School District met with Isaac Cross and Ronda Smith from Arkansas Department of Education to help strengthen instruction. From scenarios to in

Thank you to Ms. Smith and Mr. Cross from the Office of Learning Services as well as Corebridge Financial and Pastor Anthony King from Life Empowerment for making today a success.
6 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Don't forget MHS Parent Teacher Conferences are tomorrow September 3, 2026, from 1PM-7PM.
12 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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It’s Beyond the Tassel Tuesday at MHS, and our Patriots are exploring exciting post-graduation pathways! 🛠️⚡

A big thank you to Ms. Kim Mason from Lincoln Tech / Nashville Automotive Diesel College (NADC) for visiting MHS today! She shared incredible insights with our students about hands-on programs in automotive, diesel, welding, and collision repair, as well as the amazing career opportunities waiting for them in Nashville, TN. 🚗💨

Whether you want to work on high-performance diesel engines or master advanced automotive tech, NADC provides the training and skills to launch a high-demand career right after high school.

Future ready. Patriot proud! ❤️💙

#MarionPatriots #MHS #BeyondTheTassel #LincolnTech #NADC #CareerReady #PatriotPride #TradeSchool #PostSecondaryPathways #WeAreCTE
13 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Today, Mrs. White's and Ms. Selden's Nutrition and Culinary classes got a chance to visit with Airman Caples and TSgt. Giordano from the Airforce. Airman Caples who is in the culinary field helped students understand that Nutrition and Culinary is just important in the military as any other field. Special thanks to @The Depot for providing lunch to the recruiters.
13 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Our Pre-Educator Pathway students recently welcomed Morgan Chrestman from the Crittenden County Cooperative Extension to learn about our local farmers market and the important role it plays in strengthening our county.

As future educators, our students are learning that teaching extends far beyond the classroom. Strong schools are built through strong community partnerships, and understanding local resources helps future teachers better serve students and families.

We are proud to give our students opportunities to connect classroom learning with the community they may one day serve as educators. Patriot pride starts with investing in our future!
17 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Please join us Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for our Annual Title 1 Meeting at MHS. We are excited to share this opportunity to learn about Title 1 services and get input from parents.
17 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Exciting news for our Patriots! 🔴💙
​Our CCMR Director, Jennifer Snyder, alongside High School Counselors Jonnett Gammill, Melissa Kohl, and LaTarsha Johnson, recently attended an informative luncheon at The Capital Grille hosted by the University of Alabama. 🐘✨
​They gathered valuable insights on a wide range of degree programs that will bring incredible new opportunities directly to our students right here in Marion. We’re so proud to keep expanding pathways for our Patriots’ futures! 🎓🚀
​#MarionPatriots #PatriotPride #CollegeAndCareer #UniversityOfAlabama #FutureReady #CCMR
18 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Students are working to take ownership in their learning in our Marion High School classrooms!

As Dana Barlow works collaboratively with students to review work, sophomore Cohen King works - problem and guides peers through additional learning in Honors Algebra 2. Meanwhile, scholars in Anna Hurley’s US History class work in groups to discern the best course of action during a historical simulation using events leading to World War 2.

It’s a great day to be a Marion Patriot!
18 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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It's blood drive day at MHS! We had over 95 students and faculty members at the first blood drive of this school year. We were able to use 42 donations of blood thereby saving countless potential lives. These drives are especially important to Crittenden County because of our blood shortage. Hats off to Ms. Castle and Vitalant for another successful event. Our next blood drive is January 14, 2027.
19 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Ms. Selden’s Culinary 1 students became familiar with their classroom kitchens while making Oreo, key lime, and Kool-Aid no-bake pies. They practiced locating equipment, using the correct measuring tools, following directions, and working together in their kitchen groups. Tomorrow comes the most important step in the recipe—taste testing!
20 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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AP Seminar Students “Zoom Out” to See the Bigger Picture

Mrs. Colquitt's AP Seminar students recently participated in an interactive activity using Istvan Banyai’s Zoom picture book to explore the importance of perspective, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking.
20 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Today, MHS students got a chance to learn about the U.S. Marine Corps.
20 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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It's time for some Patriot football! MHS is excited, so get excited with us! Today, students enjoyed a pep lunch in anticipation of tonight's game.
24 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Yesterday was Coach Johnson's Neuro Flex Day. A day for MHS girls’ basketball players to put their strategic thinking skills to work—using board games and activities to sharpen decision-making, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that translate directly to the court! Smart moves on the board, strong moves on the court!
24 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Our amazing Asha Foster works alongside her Chemistry students as they work through the importance of dimensional analysis.

When our students can help lead and explain for their peers, we know true learning is achieved!
24 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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After winning two doubles matches against GCT, Varsity athlete Nathaniel Ervin used his bus ride home to read for AP Literature. Great athletes are great students at MHS. We are proud of you, Nate!
24 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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Coach White’s Food Safety and Nutrition classes participated in a Glo-Germ activity after learning proper handwashing techniques. The simulated germ lotion lights up white under a black light. Participants learned how many “germs” were still left after proper handwashing steps were followed, when plenty of “germs” remained. This helped solidify how bare hand contact with foods is against the FDA Food Code and why we should wash very well AND wear gloves.
25 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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It’s #BeyondTheTasselTuesday at Marion High School, and we had some VERY special visitors on campus! 🐗🔴⚪️

A representative from the University of Arkansas stopped by to share incredible information about college admissions, scholarships, and campus life with our Patriots. To top it all off, they brought the famous RazorBug and parked it right in the courtyard for a one-of-a-kind photo op! 🚗🐗✨

Check out the pictures below to see our Patriots exploring future possibilities and hanging out with the RazorBug! 👇📸

#MHSBeyondTheTassel #MarionPatriots #WooPigSooie #ArkansasRazorbacks #Razorbug #CollegeReady #PatriotPride
27 days ago, Terri Sturghill
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