his week, Mountainburg had the honor of hosting the 2A-1 Regional Basketball Tournament. Once again, our Dragon community showed what makes us so special.
To our wonderful community: thank you for always supporting anything Mountainburg Dragon related. This time, you truly went above and beyond. Your presence, generosity, and willingness to step up in every way did not go unnoticed.
I also want to express my sincere appreciation to our wonderful School Board for their steady leadership and continued support of our students and programs. Their commitment to providing opportunities like hosting this tournament helps create experiences our students will remember for a lifetime.
A special thank you to our incredible Booster Club and the many volunteers who created an outstanding hospitality room throughout the week. The food and fellowship were exceptional, and our guests felt welcomed and cared for from the moment they arrived.
We are also deeply grateful to our generous sponsors — Citizens Bank, Coryell Roofing, Patriot Bros. Roofing, Samantha with Heartland Financial, and Workman's Travel Center. Your support means more than you know.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Metzger for her incredible work in the concession stand and hospitality room all week. The food was outstanding, the organization was seamless, and everything ran smoothly.
Thank you as well to Chief Peppas for his outstanding organization of parking and the overall flow of teams and visitors throughout the week, and for organizing all the security for the week. Everything operated efficiently and safely from start to finish.
Thank you Mrs. Christian for all things communications. Everyone was well informed throughout the week. Finally, thank you Mr. Organ for making sure our technology worked seamlessly all week.
To our amazing staff and students: thank you for working tirelessly to put our best foot forward. Time and again, visitors commented on the organization, hospitality, and overall atmosphere of our school. That speaks volumes about who we are.
Coach Dean and Mrs. Cristee deserve special recognition for organizing every aspect of this tournament. This work began months ago when we first submitted our bid to host. Their leadership, attention to detail, and commitment made this week possible. It was a long week, but an incredibly rewarding one.
From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for being Dragons and for everything you did to make this week a success.
Now, on to State as we rally behind our girls and boys and support them in this next phase of their journey toward a state championship.
Go Dragons!
To our wonderful community: thank you for always supporting anything Mountainburg Dragon related. This time, you truly went above and beyond. Your presence, generosity, and willingness to step up in every way did not go unnoticed.
I also want to express my sincere appreciation to our wonderful School Board for their steady leadership and continued support of our students and programs. Their commitment to providing opportunities like hosting this tournament helps create experiences our students will remember for a lifetime.
A special thank you to our incredible Booster Club and the many volunteers who created an outstanding hospitality room throughout the week. The food and fellowship were exceptional, and our guests felt welcomed and cared for from the moment they arrived.
We are also deeply grateful to our generous sponsors — Citizens Bank, Coryell Roofing, Patriot Bros. Roofing, Samantha with Heartland Financial, and Workman's Travel Center. Your support means more than you know.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Metzger for her incredible work in the concession stand and hospitality room all week. The food was outstanding, the organization was seamless, and everything ran smoothly.
Thank you as well to Chief Peppas for his outstanding organization of parking and the overall flow of teams and visitors throughout the week, and for organizing all the security for the week. Everything operated efficiently and safely from start to finish.
Thank you Mrs. Christian for all things communications. Everyone was well informed throughout the week. Finally, thank you Mr. Organ for making sure our technology worked seamlessly all week.
To our amazing staff and students: thank you for working tirelessly to put our best foot forward. Time and again, visitors commented on the organization, hospitality, and overall atmosphere of our school. That speaks volumes about who we are.
Coach Dean and Mrs. Cristee deserve special recognition for organizing every aspect of this tournament. This work began months ago when we first submitted our bid to host. Their leadership, attention to detail, and commitment made this week possible. It was a long week, but an incredibly rewarding one.
From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for being Dragons and for everything you did to make this week a success.
Now, on to State as we rally behind our girls and boys and support them in this next phase of their journey toward a state championship.
Go Dragons!
DRAGON WEEKLY: https://app.smore.com/n/bcr6u
It’s been an exciting week at MHS!
SUCCESSFUL REGIONAL TOURNAMENT
MHS was proud to host a fantastic Regional Tournament this week! Thank you to our athletes, coaches, staff, volunteers, and community members who helped make the event such a success. We loved showcasing our school and cheering on some outstanding competition.
BASKETBALL TEAMS HEADED TO STATE
Congratulations to our basketball teams on advancing to the State Tournament! Your hard work, grit, and teamwork continue to make us proud.
NO SCHOOL - MONDAY, MARCH 2
There will be no school for students on Monday, March 2 as our teachers participate in professional development. This important time allows our staff to collaborate and strengthen their skills to better serve our students.
Thank you for your continued support — and as always, Go Dragons!
It’s been an exciting week at MHS!
SUCCESSFUL REGIONAL TOURNAMENT
MHS was proud to host a fantastic Regional Tournament this week! Thank you to our athletes, coaches, staff, volunteers, and community members who helped make the event such a success. We loved showcasing our school and cheering on some outstanding competition.
BASKETBALL TEAMS HEADED TO STATE
Congratulations to our basketball teams on advancing to the State Tournament! Your hard work, grit, and teamwork continue to make us proud.
NO SCHOOL - MONDAY, MARCH 2
There will be no school for students on Monday, March 2 as our teachers participate in professional development. This important time allows our staff to collaborate and strengthen their skills to better serve our students.
Thank you for your continued support — and as always, Go Dragons!
Congratulations to the Hector Wildcats. They are the 2A-1 Regional Champions.
Runner Up- Life Way Christian Warriors
3rd Place- Mountainburg Dragons
4th Place- JC Westside Rebels
Congratulations to the Acorn Lady Tigers. They are the 2A-1 Regional Tournament Champion!
Runner Up- Hackett Lady Hornets
3rd Place- Hector Lady Wildcats
4th Place- Mountainburg Lady Dragons
All the finals from tonight's games. Congratulations to all teams!
The Lady Dragons play at 4:00 followed by the Dragons at 5:30. It is going to be one of the BEST nights of Dragon Basketball that we've seen!
Let's fill up Dragon Gymnasium to capacity tonight! to cheer on our Lady Dragons against Acorn and the Dragons against Hector!
Let's fill up Dragon Gymnasium to capacity tonight! to cheer on our Lady Dragons against Acorn and the Dragons against Hector!
Please take note of how the game schedule will be for Saturday, February 28.
Mountainburg Public Schools is accepting referrals for the Gifted and Talented program. If you know of a student who you believe is in need of GT services, please submit a referral using the following link: https://forms.gle/CQL47oWuDSezhSLY6. If you need any assistance submitting a referral, please reach out to Mrs. Mihaila at amber.mihaila@mountainburg.org.
Saturday, February 28 – Game Day Schedule
Third Place Games
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
After the 1:30 PM game, all fans will be required to leave the building.
Championship Games
6:00 PM
7:30 PM
Please note: Admission for the evening championship games is separate. Fans attending the championship session will need to purchase a new ticket.
Thank you for your understanding and support — see you Saturday!
Third Place Games
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
After the 1:30 PM game, all fans will be required to leave the building.
Championship Games
6:00 PM
7:30 PM
Please note: Admission for the evening championship games is separate. Fans attending the championship session will need to purchase a new ticket.
Thank you for your understanding and support — see you Saturday!
Congratulations to the Life Way Warriors. They are headed to state!!
The Hackett Lady Hornets are headed to state!!
And the Dragons are headed to state! Let's go to Poyen!!
It's a 3-peat for the Lady Dragons as they punch their ticket to STATE. Way to go ladies!!
Little League sign ups are coming to an end. We need more players in all age groups in order to have teams to play. We also need coaches for the following: baseball 5/6, softball 6U, softball 8U, and softball 12-14U.
Little League Softball: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_Shw08mTgAdgVujk10wg1_Gj6h8qUMP22M1TH2nj1hNKPDQ/viewform
Little League Baseball: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0f5uXMIq2E0pi4asEYZMc3Salu6iDjmyGhVGc6s-YCCFyjw/viewform
Payment Link: https://osp.osmsinc.com/MountainburgAR/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=TZ201-12
Please contact Amber Ridenoure at amber.ridenoure@mountainburg.org with questions or volunteer availability.
Little League Softball: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_Shw08mTgAdgVujk10wg1_Gj6h8qUMP22M1TH2nj1hNKPDQ/viewform
Little League Baseball: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0f5uXMIq2E0pi4asEYZMc3Salu6iDjmyGhVGc6s-YCCFyjw/viewform
Payment Link: https://osp.osmsinc.com/MountainburgAR/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=TZ201-12
Please contact Amber Ridenoure at amber.ridenoure@mountainburg.org with questions or volunteer availability.
On February 18 and February 25, Mrs. Hays and Mrs. Christian organized the Senior Mock Interviews, and we couldn’t be more proud of the experience our students and volunteers created together.
Mock interviews are more than just practice — they’re a safe space to build confidence, refine communication skills, and learn how to think clearly under pressure. For many seniors, this is their first time sitting across from professionals and navigating real-world interview questions. The growth that happens in just one session is incredible to witness.
These experiences help students:
Strengthen professional communication
Practice storytelling and highlighting accomplishments
Receive constructive, real-time feedback
Build confidence heading into college, internships, and careers
Most importantly, they walk away believing they can do this.
A huge thank you to our volunteer interviewers who generously gave their time, insight, and encouragement. Your thoughtful questions, honest feedback, and supportive presence made all the difference. Our students benefited tremendously from your expertise and authenticity.
Boyd Mize - Retired Law Enforcement
Dr. Shari Moxley - University of Arkansas
Emily Bassham - Progressive Insurance
Randy Gilliam - VSC Fire Security
Bryan Huff - Citizens Bank
Elissa Bailey, Cindy Williams - Time Striping
Tammy Predmore - Western Arkansas Planning & Development District
Doug Hibbard - Coca-Cola
Courtney Turner - ABB
Alex Mihaila - Graphium Health
Amber Mihaila - Mountainburg HS
Darrel Peters - Chambers Bank
Brandon Fisher - Arkansas Valley Electric
It truly takes a community to prepare the next generation of leaders, and we’re so grateful to everyone who helped make this experience meaningful.
Mock interviews are more than just practice — they’re a safe space to build confidence, refine communication skills, and learn how to think clearly under pressure. For many seniors, this is their first time sitting across from professionals and navigating real-world interview questions. The growth that happens in just one session is incredible to witness.
These experiences help students:
Strengthen professional communication
Practice storytelling and highlighting accomplishments
Receive constructive, real-time feedback
Build confidence heading into college, internships, and careers
Most importantly, they walk away believing they can do this.
A huge thank you to our volunteer interviewers who generously gave their time, insight, and encouragement. Your thoughtful questions, honest feedback, and supportive presence made all the difference. Our students benefited tremendously from your expertise and authenticity.
Boyd Mize - Retired Law Enforcement
Dr. Shari Moxley - University of Arkansas
Emily Bassham - Progressive Insurance
Randy Gilliam - VSC Fire Security
Bryan Huff - Citizens Bank
Elissa Bailey, Cindy Williams - Time Striping
Tammy Predmore - Western Arkansas Planning & Development District
Doug Hibbard - Coca-Cola
Courtney Turner - ABB
Alex Mihaila - Graphium Health
Amber Mihaila - Mountainburg HS
Darrel Peters - Chambers Bank
Brandon Fisher - Arkansas Valley Electric
It truly takes a community to prepare the next generation of leaders, and we’re so grateful to everyone who helped make this experience meaningful.
This week, we were able to put on a CTE fair for our 8th graders. We offer many career and technical education classes here at Mountainburg that teach our students valuable skills. Some of the pathways available for students to take are:
•Agriculture Structures
•Animal Science
•Art
•Band
•Choir
•Criminal Justice
•Culinary Arts
•Digital Arts
High schoolers from each pathway spoke to our 8th graders about how fun their classes are and what they learn by being involved in these classes. This helped our upcoming freshman prepare for high school by discovering what CTE classes will be a good fit for their interests.
Westside punches their ticket to state! Way to go, Rebels!
The next team to make it through is the Hector Lady Wildcats! Way to go!
The next team to punch their ticket...the Hector Wildcats. Congratulations!
The first team has punched their ticket to state. Congratulations to the Acorn Lady Tigers!
