Malvern School District

🎖️ Annual JROTC Drill Meet Recap 🎖️ This past weekend, our JROTC Leopard Battalion proudly hosted its Annual JROTC Drill Meet—a friendly and exciting competition bringing together JROTC programs from across the state, right here at Malvern High School! Programs competed in military-styled workouts, drill, and color guard, with grades given for each event and trophies awarded to the top 3 teams and individuals. Congratulations to our Malvern JROTC Leopard Battalion, who took home 3rd Place in Male Color Guard! 🏆👏 Despite the chilly weather, the day was filled with camaraderie, fun, and great competition. Students had a fantastic time connecting with peers from across Arkansas while getting in a solid workout. Thank you to all the schools who participated, and a big thank you to our incredible Leopard Battalion for hosting such a successful event. 🐾 #JROTC #MalvernLeopards #PassionPrideExcellence #LeopardStrong

📢 Reminder: No School Tomorrow In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school tomorrow, Monday, January 20, 2025. Let us take this day to reflect on service to our community and being kind to each other. We encourage everyone to honor this holiday by spreading kindness, lending a helping hand, and making a positive impact in someone else's lives. We’ll see all of our Leopards back on campus Tuesday, January 21! 🐾 #MLKDay #PassionPrideExcellence #LoveOurLeopards

🚨 Alternate Bus Routes for January 16 🚨 We still have a few spots left that could cause some travel concerns for in the morning. These are our alternate routes for tomorrow. If their route is not listed, then it is their normal route and times. Bus 24 If you live on Thomas-Hanley or Sand Road you need to meet the bus at the intersection of Thomas-Hanley and Sand Road at 6:35. Bus 42 If you live on Leau Fraiz road your stop will be at the Fire Station on Hwy 222 and Landers Road at 7:00 am and Drop off for the afternoon will be 4:10pm. Bus 4 If you live on the dirt part of Ridge Road your stop will be at Ridge Road and Whiskey Trail at 6:40am. Bus 46 If you live on Hixon Loop your stop will be at Hixon Loop and Hwy 67 across from Lower Etta Road pick up time 7:00am.

📢 We Are Hiring! 🐾 The Malvern School District is seeking a qualified and dedicated Elementary Education Principal to join our team! 💼 Position Summary: The Elementary Education Principal will promote the school and district mission of Passion, Pride, and Excellence by: ✨ Providing instructional leadership to staff, including curriculum implementation and professional development. ✨ Ensuring the welfare of students and staff in a safe, pleasant, and effective educational atmosphere. ✨ Overseeing student discipline and enforcing school and district policies. 📚 Qualifications: • Master’s Degree • Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience 📩 How to Apply: Fill out an application on our website at this link: https://www.malvernleopards.org/o/msd/page/human-resources-department (Open either of the tabs under Certified Positions labeled "Grades K-4" or "Grades 5-6") Submit applications to: • Janet Blair, Superintendent – jblair@malvernleopards.org • Lillian Harper, Assistant Superintendent – laharper@malvernleopards.org We’re looking for a leader who shares our commitment to excellence in education. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today! #LoveOurLeopards #PassionPrideExcellence

🚨 Alternate Bus Routes for Jan 16 🚨 Bus 24 If you live on Thomas-Hanley or Sand Road you need to meet the bus at the intersection of Thomas-Hanley and Sand Road at 6:35. Bus 42 If you live on Leau Fraiz road your stop will be at the Fire Station on Hwy 222 and Landers Road at 7:00 am and Drop off for the afternoon will be 4:10pm. Bus 61 If you live on Hillside Road your stop will be at the intersection of Stell Road and Hillside Road at 6:35am. Bus 4 If you live on the dirt part of Ridge Road your stop will be at Ridge Road and Whiskey Trail at 6:40am. Bus 46 If you live on Hixon Loop your stop will be at Hixon Loop and Hwy 67 across from Lower Etta Road pick up time 7:00am. Bus 60 If your stop is at Antioch Church you need to meet at the gravel parking lot at the end of the Social Hill exit at 6:45. If you live on Possum Trot or Brown Trail you need to meet at the Oak Grove store at 7:00am. These are our alternate routes for January 16,2025. If their route is not listed then it is their normal route.

📣 Don't forget! Little Leopard Cheer Camp is here and registration has been extended! 📣 Registration has been extended for the Little Leopard Cheer Camp now through Thursday January 16! If you're interested or need more information, please contact Coach Sellers at rsellers@malvernleopards.org. Here is the link that will take you directly to the online registration form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeQRnMFEWOAXVUeJ_9GL2jobppGT13wywCoYpTa2mUrNTZMQ/viewform #LoveOurLeopards #CheerCamp

🚨 Alternate Bus Routes for January 15, 2025 🚨 We will be starting classes at normal times tomorrow. However, there will be a few alternate bus routes. Due to snow and ice, the following alternate bus routes will be in effect at the start and end of the school day: Bus 24: If you live on Thomas-Hanley or Sand Road, meet the bus at the intersection of Thomas-Hanley and Sand Road at 6:35 AM. If you live on Babcock, meet the bus at the intersection of Nix and Sand Road at 6:40 AM. If you live on Mt. Willow or Young, meet the bus at the intersection of Young and North Banks at 7:05 AM. Bus 42: Morning pickup for Leau Fraiz Road will be at the Fire Station on Hwy 222 and Landers Road at 7:00 AM. Afternoon drop-off will be at the same location at 4:10 PM. Bus 61: If you live on Hillside Road, meet the bus at the intersection of Stell Road and Hillside Road at 6:35 AM. Bus 4: If you live on the dirt part of Ridge Road, meet the bus at Ridge Road and Whiskey Trail at 6:40 AM. Bus 46: If you live on Hixon Loop, meet the bus at Hixon Loop and Hwy 67 across from Lower Etta Road at 7:00 AM. Bus 60: If your stop is at Antioch Church, meet the bus at the gravel parking lot at the end of the Social Hill exit at 6:45 AM. If you live on Possum Trot or Brown Trail, meet the bus at the Oak Grove Store at 7:00 AM. We appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our students. Thank you for bearing with us during this winter weather. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The safety of our students is top priority! #MalvernLeopards #SafetyFirst

🚨 Alternate Bus Routes for Today, January 14, 2025 🚨 Due to snow and ice, the Malvern School District will follow alternate bus routes for Bus 24 and Bus 42 at the end of the school day today. Bus 24: The afternoon route will follow the same alternate stops as this morning. Bus 42: The bus will not travel down Leau Fraiz Road this afternoon. We understand that safety is the priority, and if these changes affect your ability to meet the bus, we appreciate you making the best decision for your family. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate these weather-related adjustments! #MalvernLeopards #SafetyFirst

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Our Transportation Department & Maintenance Crew! 🌟 We’re back at school today after a few snow days, and we couldn’t do it without the incredible effort of our Transportation Department, our Bus Drivers, and our Maintenance Crew! 🚍❄️ Thank you for safely navigating the icy roads and ensuring all our students arrived safely this morning. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed! A big shoutout also goes to our Maintenance Crew for working tirelessly to clean up our campuses and make them safe and ready for everyone. 👏 We appreciate all you do to keep our district running smoothly, rain or shine—or snow! 🐾 #MalvernLeopards #GratefulHearts #SnowHeroes

🚨 Important Weather Announcement: The Malvern School District will open one hour late on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Bus 24 will use alternate stops for the following streets. If you do not feel comfortable or can't get your child to the alternate location, we understand that you are making the best decision for your situation. Bus 24 If you live on Thomas-Hanley or Sand Road you need to meet at the junction of Thomas-Hanley and Sand Road at 7:35 to 7:40. If you live on Babcock, you need to meet the bus at the junction of Nix and Sand Road at 7:40. If you live on Mount Willow or Young, you need to meet at the corner of Young and North Banks at 8:05. #MalvernLeopards #LoveOurLeopards

Happy Monday, Leopard Families! We know the big question on everyone's mind: What about school tomorrow? The Superintendent and our transportation team will be out this afternoon driving the bus routes to assess road conditions. We aim to make a decision later this evening. In the meantime, take a moment to relax, enjoy some downtime, and don't forget to charge those devices so you're ready for whatever tomorrow brings! Keep an eye out for updates via text and social media later today. #MalvernLeopards #LoveOurLeopards

🌟 Mental Health Series in January 🌟 Malvern School District is committed to supporting the well-being of our students, staff, and community. This month, we’re excited to share the January Mental Health Series Calendar, featuring live presentations on January 15 at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM CT. 📅 Highlights this Month: ✨ A variety of mental health topics presented live. ✨ Ask a Therapist LIVE on January 15 – Parents can anonymously ask questions and receive real-time answers from a licensed family therapist. 🔗 Access the January Mental Health Series Calendar (English/Spanish): https://app.box.com/s/eh0bvd8p2gv3arzyp2rus3dp1c2loqip 🔗 Link to register for Ask a Therapist LIVE: https://app.box.com/s/u0zc18u1pt3ff4d1zgoq699btxd4sw4s We encourage parents, staff, and community members to explore these valuable resources. #LoveOurLeopards #LeopardFamily

📢 Important Update: January Board Meeting Rescheduled Please note that the regularly scheduled board meeting originally planned for tonight has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 14, at 6:30 PM. Additionally, there will be no Student of the Month recognition at this meeting. Students will be honored during the February board meeting instead. Thank you for your understanding! #MalvernLeopards

The Malvern School District will be closed Monday, January 13, 2025. All admin and 12 month employees please report by 10am. We hope you are all staying safe and warm!

🐆 Malvern Leopard Family, here's your winter weather update! ❄️ We hope you're staying warm and cozy during this snowy weather! Many of you are wondering about school tomorrow, so here's what you need to know: Our superintendent and transportation team will be out this afternoon to carefully assess the roads and drive our bus routes. We are aiming to make a decision later today, but if necessary, we'll provide an update by 5:30 AM tomorrow before our first bus departs! One possibility we are considering is implementing alternate bus routes for safety. As always, we will keep you informed with updates here and through our automated text/email/phone system. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of all our students and staff! Stay tuned and stay safe, Malvern Leopards! 🐾 #MalvernLeopards #SnowLeopards #WeAlreadyDrankAllOurHotChocolate

January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible members of the Malvern School Board for their ever-present dedication and commitment to our students, staff, and community. Our school board members are more than leaders—they are true champions for education. Whether engaging with students on campus, attending school events, or supporting the hard work of our students and staff, they continuously go above and beyond to make Malvern School District an exceptional place to learn and grow. Please join us in celebrating and thanking our wonderful school board members: ✨ President: Deborah Smith ✨ Vice President: Melanie Rock ✨ Secretary: Jesse Clark ✨ Members: Travis Worthington Steve Williams Danny Riggan Connie Bane Thank you for your genuine care, dedication, and tireless efforts in shaping the future of our students and community. We are truly grateful for all that you do! 🐾 #SchoolBoardAppreciation #LoveOurLeopards #PassionPrideExcellence

📣 Little Leopard Cheer Camp is Here! 📣 Registration is open for the Little Leopard Cheer Camp now through January 15! If you're interested or need more information, please contact Coach Sellers at rsellers@malvernleopards.org. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join the fun and show your Leopard spirit! 🐾🎉 #LoveOurLeopards #CheerCamp

The Malvern School District will be closed Friday, January 10, 2025. We will continue to monitor road conditions for future announcements. Please stay safe and warm!

Malvern School District will be closed Thursday, January 9, 2025. We will continue to monitor road conditions and temperatures for future announcements. According to the latest weather information, freezing precipitation should begin around mid-morning tomorrow. The district calendar indicates the first make-up day for students to be February 14, 2025. All other make-up days will be added to the end of the school year. Please stay safe and warm and enjoy your snow day!

🌨️❄️ Malvern School District Winter Weather Update ❄️🌨️ At Malvern School District, the safety of our students and staff is always our top priority, especially during winter weather conditions. In the event of a school closure or delay, here’s how you can stay informed: 🚨 How We’ll Notify You: 🔸 Mass text notification system 🔸 District social media (Facebook and Instagram) 🔸 District website 🔸 Automated phone calls 📋 What You Can Do Now: 1️⃣ If you don’t receive a text, check our Facebook page for updates. If we post on social media about a closure, but you haven't received a text/email, it may indicate that your contact information in our automated system is outdated. Please update your information with your child’s school office as soon as possible after the inclement weather to ensure future notifications. 2️⃣ Follow our social media accounts for the latest updates. 🗓️ Inclement Weather Days: The first missed day will be made up on February 14. Any additional missed days will be made up at the end of the school year. Stay safe, stay warm, and remember to check all of our communication channels for updates! 🐾❄️ #PassionPrideExcellence #AndSnow #LoveOurLeopards #StaySafe