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Games for this week 11/10-14
Regarding the previous message about Middle School PE tomorrow:
Something went wrong between my phone usage and autocorrect. I am sorry for confusion. The message is entirely about Tuesday. Wednesday SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN MENTIONED. It should read "Tuesday, November 11th, middle school girls (grades 6-8) who do not play basketball will report to the Internet Cafe during first period. Please help ensure they do not show up at the gym for Tuesday only. Thank you!"
~Spears
Something went wrong between my phone usage and autocorrect. I am sorry for confusion. The message is entirely about Tuesday. Wednesday SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN MENTIONED. It should read "Tuesday, November 11th, middle school girls (grades 6-8) who do not play basketball will report to the Internet Cafe during first period. Please help ensure they do not show up at the gym for Tuesday only. Thank you!"
~Spears
Tuesday, November 11th, middle school girls (grades 6-8) who do not play basketball will report to the Internet cafe during first period. Please help ensure they do not show up at the gym for Tuesday only. Thank you!
After reviewing staffing and transportation availability for Friday, administration has determined that we will not be able to provide the necessary supervision for in-person instruction. Therefore, Friday will be a virtual day. This decision ensures instructional continuity while prioritizing student safety.
We have 2 home games this week for elementary. Come out and cheer on the Mustangs!
Gans JH Tournament brackets for next week, November 10th-14th.
Come cheer on the Mustangs at Copan Friday, November 7th. This is the last regular season game. Go Mustangs!
Today's elementary basketball games at Webbers Falls will be rescheduled for Nov. 19th. Game times will be announced later this week.
The kids have now been transferred to another bus and the route has now resumed.
Parents, please be aware the bus route is running a bit late due to mechanical issues. Sorry for the inconvenience this may cause.
Gameday Showcase- Thursday at 8:30pm at the Neil Brannon Gymnasium. Come watch our JH and HS showcase their competition routines!
Go Mustangs!
As we prepare to have excitement on campus to say "NO" to drugs during Red Ribbon Week next week, the middle school and high school campuses are going to join the fun with Singleton elementary with themed dress-up days each day next week. Please help students stay within dress code as we share the fun.
We have extra blue and gold sausage for 9.75 per roll. If anyone needs some, you can contact the high school!
I have had many middle school and high school students ask (despite announcements), so I wanted assure families that we do, indeed, have school on Friday, October 24th. We celebrate with our families the opportunity to continue learning as regularly scheduled!
~Spears
We have a volunteer to pull the seniors! Thank you Mr. Dean, for hooking us up! We appreciate the rapid response from Mustang Nation!
Anyone have a truck that can pull a trailer full of seniors? Please call the office if you can!!
We would like to allow the opportunity for middle school and high school students to share the joy of Halloween on Friday, October 31st. In doing so, we want to provide guidelines for an enjoyable experience for everyone. If there is any doubt that something may not be appropriate, it is best to find an alternative or contact Spears with questions to clarify beforehand. Happy Halloween!
🎃 Arkoma HS/MS Halloween Costume Guidelines
We want everyone to have fun and show school spirit safely and respectfully this Halloween! To make sure all costumes are appropriate for a public school setting, please follow these guidelines:
👕 Modesty and Dress Code
● Costumes must follow the school’s regular dress code. Masks or costumes that conceal identity are not allowed per safety precautions.
● Avoid clothing that is too revealing, see-through, or shows undergarments.
● Midriffs, low-cut tops, or short shorts/skirts are not allowed.
● If in doubt — ask a teacher or administrator before wearing it.
💀 Gore and Scary Themes
● Costumes should not include excessive blood, realistic wounds, or disturbing imagery.
● Avoid costumes that could frighten younger students or disrupt the school environment.
● Keep it fun and creative, not graphic or violent.
⚔️
Weapons and Props
● No real or look-alike weapons of any kind — this includes toy guns, knives, swords, bats, chains, or other dangerous-looking props.
● Any costume accessories should be clearly safe and school-appropriate.
● If a prop could cause confusion or concern, please leave it at home.
🎭 Respect and Inclusion
● Costumes must not mock or stereotype any group of people, culture, or religion.
● Avoid costumes that could be seen as offensive or insensitive.
● Remember: everyone should feel comfortable and welcome.
🎉 Final Notes
● If a costume is deemed inappropriate, students may be asked to change or remove parts of it.
● Have fun, be creative, and celebrate safely!
🎃 Arkoma HS/MS Halloween Costume Guidelines
We want everyone to have fun and show school spirit safely and respectfully this Halloween! To make sure all costumes are appropriate for a public school setting, please follow these guidelines:
👕 Modesty and Dress Code
● Costumes must follow the school’s regular dress code. Masks or costumes that conceal identity are not allowed per safety precautions.
● Avoid clothing that is too revealing, see-through, or shows undergarments.
● Midriffs, low-cut tops, or short shorts/skirts are not allowed.
● If in doubt — ask a teacher or administrator before wearing it.
💀 Gore and Scary Themes
● Costumes should not include excessive blood, realistic wounds, or disturbing imagery.
● Avoid costumes that could frighten younger students or disrupt the school environment.
● Keep it fun and creative, not graphic or violent.
⚔️
Weapons and Props
● No real or look-alike weapons of any kind — this includes toy guns, knives, swords, bats, chains, or other dangerous-looking props.
● Any costume accessories should be clearly safe and school-appropriate.
● If a prop could cause confusion or concern, please leave it at home.
🎭 Respect and Inclusion
● Costumes must not mock or stereotype any group of people, culture, or religion.
● Avoid costumes that could be seen as offensive or insensitive.
● Remember: everyone should feel comfortable and welcome.
🎉 Final Notes
● If a costume is deemed inappropriate, students may be asked to change or remove parts of it.
● Have fun, be creative, and celebrate safely!
Here are a few notes from the high school and middle school campuses regarding the next couple of days:
-Students who typically park at the school are asked to park at the First Baptist Church parking lot on Thursday in order to provide room for parade staging.
-Students are expected to be at school Thursday and Friday. A part of the educational process and our objectives as a school are to foster teamwork, creativity, service, and cooperation. These attributes prepare our students for a successful future, and without them, they face a difficult future. The celebrations regarding homecoming create a natural opportunity for this to flourish. Students skipping school will be counted absent and considered truant.
-Both the middle school and the high school will share the 11:00 lunch period on Thursday.
-At 11:30, students in the parade will load up & non-parade students will board buses to go to the elementary school. Students will be expected to watch the parade with their class sponsors if they are not in the parade. Students are not allowed to drive to the parade.
-The parade begins at noon and the community pep rally at the football field will follow. Students will then ride buses back to our campus.
-Students must check out from the office upon return if parents are checking them out. If students go missing before the end of the day, they will be counted absent and considered truant.
-Behavioral expectations for students throughout these events are high and are expected to be observed.
-The homecoming dance will be postponed to another date.
-We thank the community for their participation and support in a wonderful celebration and for creating lasting memories for our Mustang family.
Go 'Stangs!!
-Students who typically park at the school are asked to park at the First Baptist Church parking lot on Thursday in order to provide room for parade staging.
-Students are expected to be at school Thursday and Friday. A part of the educational process and our objectives as a school are to foster teamwork, creativity, service, and cooperation. These attributes prepare our students for a successful future, and without them, they face a difficult future. The celebrations regarding homecoming create a natural opportunity for this to flourish. Students skipping school will be counted absent and considered truant.
-Both the middle school and the high school will share the 11:00 lunch period on Thursday.
-At 11:30, students in the parade will load up & non-parade students will board buses to go to the elementary school. Students will be expected to watch the parade with their class sponsors if they are not in the parade. Students are not allowed to drive to the parade.
-The parade begins at noon and the community pep rally at the football field will follow. Students will then ride buses back to our campus.
-Students must check out from the office upon return if parents are checking them out. If students go missing before the end of the day, they will be counted absent and considered truant.
-Behavioral expectations for students throughout these events are high and are expected to be observed.
-The homecoming dance will be postponed to another date.
-We thank the community for their participation and support in a wonderful celebration and for creating lasting memories for our Mustang family.
Go 'Stangs!!
