Malvern School District

📣 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

🎉📣 SIGNED! 📣🎉 We’re proud to share that Malvern High School Senior Reese Dedman has officially signed to continue her cheer career at Arkansas State University! 🐺❤️🖤 This morning’s signing ceremony was full of celebration and support as Reese was joined by MJHS Cheer Coach Kristy English, ASU Cheer Coach Ryan Salami, along with her family, friends, and teammates. Reese’s hard work, school spirit, and leadership have made a lasting impact on Leopard Nation, and we can’t wait to see her soar at the next level! Congratulations, Reese — your Leopard family is cheering you on every step of the way! 🧡🖤 #CollegeSigningDay #MalvernAthletics #GoLeopards

📣 Please join us in welcoming Mr. Greg Hughes back to the Malvern School District as our new Assistant Principal at Malvern High School! 🧡🐆 Mr. Hughes brings 29 years of experience in education, having served in multiple districts — most recently at Glen Rose. But this new role is more of a homecoming than anything else. Born and raised in Malvern, Greg is a proud Malvern High School graduate (Class of 1991) and previously taught at Wilson Intermediate for 16 years and Malvern Elementary for one. His decision to return is rooted in purpose: “I’m inspired by the opportunity to contribute to a school and community where the potential for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact is not just a goal, but a shared vision.” When he’s not at school, you might find him on the golf course, out hunting, or enjoying quality time with his family. Favorite quote: “Don’t ever take a fence down until you know why it was put up.” – Robert Frost We’re thrilled to have you back, Mr. Hughes — welcome home! #LeopardFamily #OnceALeopardAlwaysALeopard #MalvernHighSchool #WelcomeBack #LeopardLeadership

📣 Please help us welcome Leslie Crutchfield as a new 3rd Grade English Language Arts (ELA) & Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) Teacher at Malvern Elementary School! 🐾 Ms. Crutchfield is no stranger to MES—she’s spent the last 11 years as a Kindergarten aide and is currently with us now. She is stepping into a new role as a classroom teacher during our 2025-2026 school year! A Malvern native and proud Class of 1995 graduate, she shared that her love for the community, the staff, and a desire to give back to the district that taught her so much inspired her to continue her journey here. She enjoys reading, cooking, and cheering on Leopard Baseball and Football. Her favorite quote is: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt Here’s something her students know right away: she loves chips and dip of any kind! Anytime the words “chip” or “dip” come up in a lesson, they whisper it and tell her to hold on to her seat! During COVID, she joined our parade through town. Each teacher made a sign to put on their car—and hers said, “I love you more than cheese dip!” Her students definitely loved their little inside joke! We’re proud to have Ms. Crutchfield continue making memories and building futures right here at MES! We are so happy to have you here with us. 🧡🖤 #OnceALeopardAlwaysALeopard #MalvernPride #LoveOurLeopards #MES

⛳️ Thank You, Golf Tournament Sponsors! 🧡 A huge thank you to all of the incredible sponsors who made our 37th Annual Booster Club Golf Tournament a success! Your generous support helped us host another fantastic event at the Malvern Country Club, and we are so grateful for your continued commitment to Leopard Athletics. As a show of our appreciation, just like last year, this sponsorship graphic will be proudly displayed on our video scoreboard throughout next football season. 🏈 We couldn’t do it without you — thank you for supporting our student-athletes and helping us build a stronger Leopard community! 🐾 #LeopardPride #MalvernBoosterClub #SupportOurLeopards #ThankYouSponsors

🎨🚌 Field Trip Fun at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts! 🖼️✨ Last week, Wilson Intermediate’s Art Club had the amazing opportunity to explore the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts—and what a creative journey it was! 🎉 Our young artists dove into expressionism with the help of an expert tour guide, learning how action painting captures movement and emotion. They explored how cubism brings 3D forms to life on a flat surface, and reflected on the powerful role of symbolism in expressing culture and personal stories through art. It looked like a ton of fun, and the kids seemed very focused! Just look at the concentration on their faces.. 👀 📸 Swipe through to see the future of fine arts in action! #WilsonArtClub #YoungArtists #FieldTripFun #LoveOurLeopards #ArtInEducation #MalvernSchools #HandsOnLearning

We want to welcome yet another new member of Our MHS Family — Mrs. Katharine McClure! 🧡🖤 We’re excited to welcome Ms. McClure to Malvern High School as our new SPED English Co-Teacher and MHS Cheerleading Coach! Originally from Ola, AR, Ms. McClure comes to us from Arkadelphia High School, where she served as a SPED paraprofessional. With 12 years of experience in education, she brings both passion and depth to her new role. ✨ So what drew her to Malvern? 🧡 “I was drawn to the Malvern School District because of the welcoming atmosphere.” In addition to her love for education, Ms. McClure is full of creativity and energy outside the classroom. She enjoys gardening, baking, singing, and photography — her current favorite hobby! 🎓 A 2000 graduate of Ola High School, she lives by the words: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” — Mahatma Gandhi Here’s a fun fact that might surprise you: 🚛 She has traveled the U.S., Canada, and Mexico as a long-haul truck driver! And the most heartwarming part? 💖 She’s the proud mom of five wonderful children and grandmother to four spectacular grandchildren! Help us give a big Leopard welcome to Ms. McClure as she joins us in supporting our students and leading our cheerleaders to success! 🎉📣 #NewStaffSpotlight #WelcomeToMalvern #LeopardPride #MHSFamily #LoveOurLeopards

🎉 Big News for Malvern High School! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Ritchie B. Holliman, Sr. has been named the next Principal of Malvern High School for the 2026–2027 school year! Currently serving as Assistant Principal at MHS, Mr. Holliman is already a beloved leader among our students and staff. He shared with the community, “Student Success is my Mission!” With 19 years of experience in education, Mr. Holliman brings a deep understanding of what it takes to help students thrive. Before joining the Leopard family, he worked in the Little Rock School District, but says it was during his interview with Malvern that he fell in love with our community. In his words: “This is a place of unpretentiousness and fairness.” Born in Tennessee and raised in Illinois, Mr. Holliman graduated from Douglas MacArthur High School and jokes that it was “long ago.” Outside of school, he enjoys weightlifting and fishing with his family—a perfect balance of strength and calm. His favorite quote is: “To thine own self be true…”—a reflection of the authentic, student-centered leadership he brings to our campus. Something fun he wanted to share with us, “We as a group don’t take ourselves too seriously!” Please join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter. We’re proud to have such a dedicated, grounded, and mission-driven leader continuing to shape the future of Malvern High School. Welcome to your new role, Mr. Holliman! 🧡🖤 #StudentSuccess #NewPrincipalAlert #MalvernHighSchool #MalvernLeopards

🎖️ Platoon Competition Day at MHS! Today, our Malvern High School JROTC cadets spent the day putting their skills, teamwork, and determination to the test during their annual Platoon Competition! Cadets participated in a full day of events including: 🧠 Team Building 💪 Fitness Challenge 🎯 Hextathlon 🪖 Drill 🚩 Capture the Flag 📣 Chant Competition We’re proud of the leadership, discipline, and camaraderie these students displayed all day long. Outstanding job to all the cadets, and a big thank you to the instructors helped make it possible! 🧡🖤 #MalvernLeopards #MHSJROTC #PlatoonCompetition #PassionPrideExcellence

📣 Meet Our Newest Classroom Teacher at Wilson – Martha Demopoulos! We’re thrilled to welcome Martha Demopoulos to a new role at Wilson Intermediate School as a Classroom Teacher! For the past year, she’s served as a Kindergarten aide at MES, and will begin her 7th year in education next school year. Martha brings a beautiful blend of experience and heart to our district. She previously taught 1st grade in Frisco, Texas and has spent the past 23 years raising five children — a role she says taught her more than any classroom ever could. Though originally from Texas, Martha says the Malvern School District holds a special place in her heart: “All five of my children have gone through Malvern schools, and I’ve seen firsthand the positive impact it’s had on them. I’m passionate about giving back to the community that’s poured so much into my family.” When she’s not teaching, Martha loves gardening, bird watching, reading, and yoga. Her favorite motto? “Just Keep Swimming” – Dory, Finding Nemo 🐛🌱 Fun fact: Her kindergarten students are convinced she can grow dirt — thanks to her love of composting! It’s sparked plenty of curiosity about recycling, nature, and taking care of our planet. Welcome to Wilson, Ms. Demopoulos! We’re so lucky to have you. 🧡🖤 #MalvernLeopards #LeopardFamily #JustKeepSwimming

Happy School Nurse Day! 🩺❤️ Today we celebrate the heart and calm in the chaos — our incredible school nurses! From scraped knees and headaches to caring conversations and everything in between, these heroes go above and beyond to care for our students every single day. Help us thank each of them for their compassion, care, and dedication: 🏫 MHS – Betsy Launius 🏫 MMS – Amy Robertson 🏫 WIS – Rochelle Crosby 🏫 MES – Morgan Homan & Terri Mays We appreciate you more than words can say! 💙 #SchoolNurseDay #MalvernLeopardsCare

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Hey, Leopards! We've got an update on our Track & Field athletes visit to the State Meet! Malvern High School had a strong showing this week! 🔥 Heaven Brown placed 6th in the Long Jump, leaping 16’5” – an impressive finish in a highly competitive field. Congrats, Heaven! There were a lot of competitors, and she put herself near the top! 🏅 Wesley Morley took 1st place in the 200m with a time of 22.10 seconds and is headed to the Meet of Champions in Searcy next Wednesday! What a performance! We’re so proud of both athletes for their hard work and determination. Congratulations to both athletes and their coach, Austin Warford. Join us as we cheer Wesley on while he prepares to represent the Leopards at the next level! 🐆💪 #MalvernLeopards #TrackAndField #PassionPrideExcellence #MeetOfChampions

📣 Meet Our New MHS Assistant Principal – Juliana Robison! We’re excited to officially welcome Juliana Robison as the new Assistant Principal at Malvern High School! Ms. Robison has spent the last 10 years teaching at Malvern, and we are very excited to have her in a new role! Though she most recently worked in Jacksonville, Ms. Robison feels this community is truly home. A proud Malvern native and 2003 graduate of both Malvern High School and ASMS, she says: “This is the town I grew up in, and the school that raised me. I wanted my children to experience the same traditions I did.” With 13 years of experience in education, she brings both heart and wisdom to her new role. When she’s not leading in the classroom, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and reading true crime. Her favorite quote? “When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor.” – Elon Musk Welcome to your new role, Ms. Robison — we’re lucky to have you leading the way at MHS! 🧡🖤 #MalvernLeopards #LeopardLeadership #NewAsstPrincipal

🚨 WE ARE HIRING! 🚨 The Malvern School District is looking for passionate educators and staff members to join our team! While we are urgently hiring for Classroom Interventionists and Classroom Aides, we have a variety of positions open across all campuses. 🔗 Apply now at malvernleopards.org → Click “Job Openings” 🔶 Malvern Elementary School (MES) – Grades K–4 • Dyslexia Interventionist • Classroom Interventionist • Elementary Teacher (K-6) 🔶 Wilson Intermediate School (WIS) – Grades 5–6 • ALE Interventionist • Classroom Interventionist 🔶 Malvern Middle School (MMS) – Grades 7–8 • ISS Facilitator • Library Media Specialist • Math Teacher • Dyslexia Interventionist • Classroom Interventionist 🔶 Malvern High School (MHS) – Grades 9–12 • Girls Assistant Basketball Coach • Spanish Teacher • ALE Interventionist • High School Registrar • Assistant High School Football Coach • High School Social Studies Teacher 📣 Please share or tag someone who would be a great fit. Let’s grow our Leopard family! #PassionPrideExcellence #MalvernLeopards #NowHiring