Malvern School District

📣 At this week’s Malvern School District Board Meeting, board leadership roles were officially restructured: Melanie Rock was elected as Board President, succeeding Deborah Smith. Jesse Clark is now serving as Vice President, taking over from Melanie Rock. Danny Riggan has stepped into the role of Secretary, replacing Jesse Clark. We thank our board members for their continued service and dedication to the success of our students, staff, and community. We are all so happy to have such a great school board! To view our website page for the school board, please visit: https://www.malvernleopards.org/o/msd/page/school-board #MalvernLeopards #SchoolBoard #PassionPrideExcellence

NOTICE: The regularly scheduled School Board meeting for June 9th has been rescheduled to June 16

We are now accepting applications for Malvern School District's Wall of Honor! Nominations are now open for the Wall of Honor. Help us recognize outstanding community members who represent the values of passion, pride, and excellence. 🗓️ Deadline to apply: July 18, 2025 📍 Application at: https://tinyurl.com/wallofhonorapplication #MalvernLeopards #WallOfHonor #PridePassionExcellence

📣 Parents of Football Players (Grades 10–12) There will be a Parent Meeting next Wednesday, June 11 at 6:00 PM in the Leopard Center. 🗓️ Reminder: The Elementary Football Coaches Meeting is tomorrow, June 5 at 6:00 PM in the Bill Hunt Fieldhouse. #MalvernLeopards #MalvernLeopardFootball

📣 REMINDER: Elementary Football Coaches Meeting is This Week! 🏈 Just a few days away! All elementary football coaches — don’t forget to join us for this important meeting: 🗓️ Thursday, June 5 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Bill Hunt Fieldhouse Questions? Comment below or message the page. 🧡🖤 #MalvernLeopards #YouthFootball #CoachesMeeting #LeopardPride

🚨 There are just a few days left in our Malvern Youth Football Fundraiser! 🚨 This online fundraiser with Rev’d Up Ink wraps up on May 31, so now’s the time to grab your Leopard gear to help support the Malvern Leopards. This is a great way to get some Leopard gear! Proceeds go toward essential team gear like helmets and uniforms for our young athletes on the youth football team! 🛍️ Shop here: https://revdupink.com/t/malvern-football25 🗓️ Fundraiser closes Friday, May 31 We appreciate everyone who supports our district by wearing your favorite Leopard gear, and we hope you'll take this opportunity to snag some more in support of these young athletes. 🧡🖤 #MalvernLeopards #LittleLeopards #SupportOurYouth #LeopardFamily #LeopardPride

🇺🇸 Honoring Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Even with the rain falling today, we are still taking the holiday to enjoy those small freedoms as we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Let us never forget the cost of freedom. Today, we reflect, remember, and give thanks—rain or shine. ❤️🤍💙 If you have a veteran who is no longer with us that you want us to keep in mind today, please share their names in the comments so we can honor them with you. 🧡❤ #MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #MalvernLeopards

We’re excited to share another Leopard, Nicole D. Hughes, is transitioning into a new role as an AE Aide at Malvern High School after serving as an aide at MES! 🎉 Ms. Hughes is a proud Malvern native and MHS graduate (Class of ’89!) with a huge heart for her community. After 24 years at the Department of Human Services and five years in education, she brings well-rounded experience, and a deep love for helping students become their best. When she’s not at school, you might find her baking and decorating cakes! 😄 Her motto? “You will either get busy living or get busy dying. I choose life!” And we’re so glad she’s chosen to keep living it here with us in a new position! 🧡🖤 Join us in saying congrats to Ms. Hughes as she steps into this exciting new role. #ReadyForChange and ready to make a difference! #MalvernLeopards #NewYearNewRole #PassionPrideExcellence #StaffSpotlight

📢 ☀️ As we head into the summer season, the Malvern School District Central Office will be operating on our summer schedule starting tomorrow: 🕗 Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM 🕗 Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM These hours will remain in effect throughout the summer break. We hope everyone has a safe and restful summer! 🐾🧡🖤 #MalvernLeopards #SummerHours #PassionPrideExcellence

Malvern Middle School proudly celebrates the retirement of three incredible members of our team: Martha Coston, Debbie Hobbs, and Karen Williams. Together, these outstanding educators have put so many years of #PassionPrideExcellence into the lives of our students and our school community. Their commitment to all of us will be leaving us missing them for many years to come! Though saying goodbye is never easy, we are so thankful for all the time each of you gave to those around you. Your hard work, care, and leadership have made our entire district a better place! We wish you all the best in your retirement and hope your days ahead are filled with joy, relaxation, and plenty of well-deserved free time! Thank you, Martha, Debbie, and Karen! 💐🐾 #ThankYouRetirees #LeopardPride #PassionPrideExcellence #MalvernMiddleSchool

It's time for an Alumni Roll Call! 🎓 We want to hear from our Malvern Leopard graduates! Drop your graduation year in the comments and let us know when you walked across that stage! 🧡🖤 Whether you’re repping black and orange from right here in Malvern or from across the globe, once a Leopard—always a Leopard. 💪 Tell us your grad year and tag a fellow alum to join in. :) #MalvernAlumni #OnceALeopardAlwaysALeopard #AlumniRollCall

Malvern School District Athletics is proud to share that Wesley Morely represented us well at the 2025 Meet of Champions! The only sophomore in attendance at the competition, Morely placed 8th in the 200 meter dash with a time of 22.84. We are extremely proud of him for competing among Arkansas’ best at the 2025 Meet of Champions at Harding University! He qualified for the Meet of Champions after becoming the Class 4A State Champion in the 200 meter dash with a winning time of 22.10 at Heber Springs. Earlier in the season, he was also the district runner-up in the 200 meter dash and placed 4th in the 100 meter dash at the 4A-7 Sr. Conference Meet in Nashville. Coach Austin Warford said it best: “Wesley finished eighth against the top runners in the state of Arkansas in the 200 meter dash. Only sophomore in the race. Proud of him for representing the school district and working his butt off all season.” Morely is a wonderful athlete. Many of you may know him from our Malvern Leopard Football team. He was also on the Leopard Wrestling team this school year. We are very thankful to have an athlete like him who represents the Malvern Leopards so well. Help us celebrate Wesley for his incredible hard work and for making Malvern proud! 🎉 #MalvernLeopards #TrackAndField #MeetOfChampions #PassionPrideExcellence

Hey, Leopards! We have just a few more open positions we are looking to get filled for the new school year. Please share so other know how to join the Leopard Family! 🐾🧡🖤 If you're ready to be part of a district that values passion, pride, and excellence, check out our current openings: 🔹 Malvern Elementary School – Dyslexia Interventionist 🔹 Wilson Intermediate School – ALE Interventionist 🔹 Malvern Middle School – ISS Facilitator and Assistant Jr./Sr. High Volleyball Coach 🔹 Malvern High School – Assistant Football Coach Whether you’re in the classroom or on the field, every role helps shape our students’ success. We are excited to receive any and all applications! 📩 For more information or to apply, visit https://www.malvernleopards.org/o/msd/page/human-resources-department #MalvernLeopards #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #PassionPrideExcellence #EducationCareers

📣 NOW HIRING: Substitute Teachers & Paraprofessionals! Looking for meaningful work with a flexible schedule and great benefits? Join the ESS team and make a difference in the lives of students right here in the surrounding school districts! 🌟 ESS is now hiring substitute teachers and paraprofessionals to support our schools. Whether you’re looking for steady work or occasional opportunities, ESS has options that fit your schedule — no nights, weekends, or holidays! 🔄 Already know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer a friend and earn $100 through the ESS Refer-a-Friend program! Get started at 👉 Refer.ESS.com 💼 Perks of working with ESS: ✅ Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit or Global Cash Card ✅ Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Options ✅ 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match ✅ Long-Term & Building-Based Substitute Opportunities ✅ Work Across Multiple Districts with One Application ✅ 24/7 Access to Job Listings ✅ Flexible Scheduling – YOU pick when and where to work ✅ A chance to grow your career in education ✅ Monthly raffles, recognition programs, and more! ❤️ Best of all, you’ll be doing work that matters — supporting students and making a lasting impact in your community. 📍 Apply today and kickstart your career with ESS! For more information, visit: ESS.com To refer a friend: Refer.ESS.com #ESSJobs #NowHiring #SubstituteTeacher #Paraprofessional #JoinOurTeam #LeopardPride #MalvernLeopards #MakeADifference #FlexibleWork #PassionPrideExcellence

🎉 New Role, New Name, Same Heart for MES! 🐾 Please help us celebrate Michelle Holden, who is stepping into a new role as a 2nd Grade Teacher at Malvern Elementary School for the 2025–2026 school year! You may know her as Ms. Michelle, a familiar face at MES since 2019 where she served as a 2nd Grade Paraprofessional. But starting this fall, she’ll be stepping into her very first classroom as a lead teacher — just in time for her 10-year class reunion (MHS Class of 2015)! Michelle is a proud Malvern native, passionate about giving back to the community that shaped her. She says after her very first day as a paraprofessional, she knew she wanted to continue the journey to becoming a teacher — and now, that dream is a reality! 💫 When she’s not in the classroom, you can catch her reading a good book, gaming, traveling with her husband and son, collecting snow globes from new adventures, or helping coach the 5th grade volleyball team. She’s even known to express herself through fun hair colors — purple being her first bold choice! 💜 And one more fun fact: May 14th was her 28th birthday! 🎂🎈 Happy late birthday, Mrs. Holden — we’re so proud of you and excited for this next chapter in your journey! She leaves us with a quote from one of her favorite books: “It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends.” – J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone #HappyBirthday #MESFamily #LeopardPride #HomegrownTalent #PassionPrideExcellence #ClassOf2015 #WelcomeMrsHolden #MalvernLeopards

🌞🐆 Summer Break is HERE! 😎 It’s the LAST day of school, the final round of testing is wrapping up, and that sweet summer freedom is just around the corner. 🎉 Take a deep breath, kick back, grab your nicest pair of shades, and enjoy some rest — you’ve earned it! 🕶️☀️ We’ll see you back on Wednesday, August 13. Until then, stay safe, soak up the sun, and enjoy your break, Leopards! 🐾🧡🖤 #LastDayOfSchool #SummerBreakIsHeare #MalvernLeopards #PassionPrideExcellence #PitViperVibes

📣 Hey, Leopards! Help us welcome, Mr. Charles Blacknall – Our New Principal at Wilson Intermediate! 🐾 We’re excited to welcome Mr. Charles Blacknall as the new Principal of Wilson Intermediate School for the 2025-2026 school year! Mr. Blacknall brings 13 years of experience in education, having served as a teacher, counselor, assistant principal, and principal across Central and Southwest Arkansas. Most recently, he served as an Assistant Principal at Conway Public Schools. Originally from Arkadelphia and a 2004 graduate of Arkadelphia High School, Mr. Blacknall is no stranger to small-town pride and strong school spirit. He shared that he’s excited to be joining Malvern School District because of the talented students and staff, and the small-town atmosphere that already feels like home. When he’s not serving students, you can find him cheering on the Razorbacks, traveling, getting in some exercise, and spending quality time with friends and family. His favorite quote reflects the heart of his leadership: “Kids don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” Please join us in giving Mr. Blacknall a warm Leopard Family welcome! 🧡🖤 #LeopardFamily #PassionPrideExcellence #NewHireSpotlight #WilsonIntermediate #MalvernLeopards

Summer Meal Program Information: Thank you for signing up for the free summer meals! We are so excited to kick-start this program for our community. We have had a huge turnout with more than 400 kids signed up. After reviewing all the information, we have set specific delivery times on each Monday for the entirety of the summer. Malvern Walmart Pick-Up will be Every Monday from 10am-11am and again from 4:30pm-5:30pm. Pickup will be in the parking lot closer to Murphy USA. We will have a sign out directing you where to go. Babcock Terrace - Pickup will be every Monday from 10:15am-11am. Bailey Place - Pickup will be every Monday from 10:15am-11am. Lockman Heights - Pickup will be every Monday from 11am-11:45am. Gloster Court - Pickup will be every Monday from 11am-11:45am. Malvern High School Pickup- Pickup will be at the cafeteria doors off Mississippi St. If you pass the front of the high school coming off S. Main St., you will make a right at the stop sign. We will have multiple A-Frame Signs out directing you where to go from around the High School Campus. Pickup at the HS will be 10am-12pm and 4pm-6pm. At this time, we cannot offer any home delivery or other locations. If you have any questions, please email caryn.dempsey@compass-usa.com. #MalvernLeopards #SummerMeals #LoveOurLeopards #FeedOurFamily

This morning, Malvern High School was filled with good food and bright smiles as our Class of 2025 gathered for 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭! 🍳☕️ Seniors enjoyed a delicious meal together in the cafeteria, served by our incredible cafeteria staff. The room was full of laughter and fun as students celebrated the final stretch of their senior year. A festive photo display set the scene for snapshots with friends, staff, and administrators. Several staff members from across the district also joined in the celebration, making it a special morning of connection and recognition. We’re so proud of this group and excited for all that lies ahead! 📅 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 is tonight in the Bailey Auditorium at 6 PM. 🎓 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 in the Leopard Center. Doors open for ticket holders at 5 PM, and the ceremony begins at 6 PM. The graduation will be recorded and uploaded to YouTube as soon as possible after the ceremony concludes. #ClassOf2025 #SeniorBreakfast #MalvernLeopards #LeopardFamily #PassionPrideExcellence #SeniorYearMoments #MalvernHighSchool

🎉 HUGE NEWS for Malvern School District! 🧡🐆 We are incredibly proud to announce that Malvern School District has once again been named a National Beta District of Distinction! This national recognition is a big deal — and we’re honored to share that we are: 🏆 One of only 8 school districts in the entire state of Arkansas to receive this award 🏆 One of just 78 districts nationwide 🏆 A three-time recipient — that’s three years in a row of earning this prestigious title! This award is given to districts that offer National Beta in all schools and induct qualifying students in all eligible grades (4–12). It reflects our district-wide commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and service involvement — and it highlights the outstanding work of our students, sponsors, and administrators at every level. Our students truly live out the Beta motto: “Let Us Lead by Serving Others.” We’re grateful for the efforts of our Beta Club sponsors and district leadership for helping make this continued recognition possible. A special plaque and district award will be proudly displayed to represent this honor. A big thank you to Ms. Rush and Ms. Williams for all of their never-ending hard work overseeing our Beta program! You are all so awesome! 👏 Congratulations to our amazing Beta students and staff — your passion, pride, and excellence continue to make Malvern shine! #MalvernLeopards #BetaClub #NationalBeta #DistrictOfDistinction #PassionPrideExcellence