Marion High School

Hi everyone!! Marion Tennis Team is doing a hoodie fundraiser. If you would like to order one from Marion Tennis, please see a current player or Coach Westerman (awesterman@msd3.org) to place your order. Cash or check only. Thank you in advance for your support!

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Spectator Reminder: If you are attending any tennis matches, reminder that inside the fences are for players and coaches only. ALL spectators must wear a mask at all times while attending the match.

9-14-20 The Marion School District received notification of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 concerning one of our student-athletes in the MJHS 9th grade football program. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

9/11/20 Marion School District received notification of 3 positive cases of COVID-19 this afternoon. One of the cases is a virtual only student and has had no campus contact. The positive cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive cases have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. Weekly COVID-19 Update: Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 3 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 62 (51 from school exposure/11 from home exposures) Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 13 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 17 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 15 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 81 We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

There are a limited number of tickets availble for tonight's game at Joe T. Robinson. You may purchase tickets at the central office from 2:00pm to 2:45pm. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00pm at Charlie George Stadium, Little Rock, AR.

9/10/20 Marion School District received notification of a positive case of COVID-19, involving one of our school buses, this afternoon. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Class of 2020 Graduates: Please see the following statement from LifeTouch regarding the pictures taken at the graduation ceremony on July 18th.

Look who the MHS counselors ran into during a professional development! Our very own MHS Alum, Khaniya Callicutt, who is currently a junior at Arkansas State University. Thanks, AState, for hosting our event!

It’s that time!!! The 2020-2021 yearbook is officially for sale!! Go to www.yearbookforever.com to purchase yours today!!! Coupon Code for book: FALL2020 Coupon Code for Senior Ads: ADSFALL2020

MHS Seniors: All appointments for makeup day, September 22, are officially closed. The photos will be taken in the MPAC. You must have a mask on at all times until it is time for your photo. No appointment, no photo! Only the tux/drape photo will be taken on this day. If you have questions, please email Ms. Westerman at awesterman@msd3.org

Just a reminder of upcoming flu shots next month! 10/12/2020: MST 10/13/2020: Central Office, MHS, and ALE 9-12 10/23/2020: VPA, MJHS (8-9th grade) 10/26/2020: HCGC, MJHS 7th grade, K-8 ALE -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

In an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus within our staff and student body, we are asking all parents/guardians, and all employees to notify our designated Point of Contact immediately when the following occurs: Student, staff member, or someone in the household tests positive for COVID-19. Student/staff member identified as a "Close Contact" to a positive case of COVID-19 requiring quarantine, and/or recommended to be tested for COVID-19. Student/staff member being tested for COVID-19. Student/staff should remain in quarantine pending results of their COVID-19 test. Please call Kelly Fogleman at 901-401-0265 or email information to msd.covid19@gmail.com Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Together, we can help keep our Marion School District family safe, healthy, and ready to learn during this unique time. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Hello Patriots! To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use. Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms. If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7 Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!

Hello Patriots! To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use. Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms. If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7 Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!

9-4-20: Weekly COVID-19 Update Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 5 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 4 Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 12 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 16 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 12 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 19 For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Happy Thursday Patriots! Senior night festivities for football and cheer will be held this Friday, Sept. 4 at 6:30 pm. It is not opened to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions. Only those with tickets and Patriot Passes may attend. Seating is limited to the event maximun capacity dictated by the AHD and the AAA. If you are unable to attend, you can catch the festivities live at MarionPatriots.com or Marion Patriot Mascot Media.

Hello Patriots! COVID 19 has brought many changes to this school year. One such change is the way we host athletic events. The district must follow all guidelines and mandates set by the Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Activities Association. Following these guidelines limits the total number of spectators allowed in each venue. The district has set the following standards for Home High School Varsity football games. Each student athlete, band member, and cheerleader will be allowed to purchase two tickets. All Tickets will be sold prior to the event. AAA passes will be allowed until event maximum capacity is reached. Patriot Passes will be allowed for admittance until event maximum capacity is reached. No school ID passes will be allowed for admittance. Seating is clearly marked by family groups, maintaining six feet of social distance. Volleyball / Junior High Football Game events Tickets will be sold at Patriot Arena / Patriot Stadium until the COVID 19 capacity is reached. The district may choose to pre-sell tickets for some game nights. AAA passes will be allowed until event maximum capacity is reached. School ID passes will be allowed for admittance until event capacity is reached. Patriot Passes will be allowed for admittance until event capacity is reached. Seating is clearly marked by family groups, maintaining six feet of social distance. Derek Harrell Athletic Director Marion School District Office 870-739-5100 Fax 870-739-5156 dharrell@msd3.org

9/1/20 Today, Marion School District received notification that 5 students have been confirmed as positive for COVID-19. None of the five have been on any MSD campus during their infectious period. As a result, no staff or students have been exposed or identified as a close contact. The campuses affected are VPA, HCGC, and MJHS, however, three of the five cases are virtual learners and the remaining two cases have not been on our campus since we began school on 8/24/20. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. All of the cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

MHS Seniors: Final call for September 22 appointments. Please email Ms. Westerman at awesterman@msd3.org to schedule your makeup session by September 8. The appointment slots will close next Tuesday. Only the Drape/Tux will be taken on this makeup day!