Four of Mrs. Beard’s nursing students recently competed at the SkillsUSA competition in Hot Springs through SAU Tech. Two students participated in Medical Terminology testing, while two showcased their skills in the Basic Nursing competition—demonstrating clinical techniques in front of a panel of nursing judges and delivering presentations on medical topics.
We are proud to share that Amanullah (A.J.) Rowden earned a bronze medal, placing 3rd in the Basic Nursing state competition. Congratulations to all of these students for representing our program with professionalism and dedication!
All parents of football athletes entering grades 9–12 are invited to attend an important football parent meeting. We encourage all parents to be present as we discuss important information for the upcoming season.
🗓 April 30, 2026
📍 MHS Cafeteria
⏰ 5:15 PM
Help them be ready to do their best by getting a good night’s sleep, eating a healthy breakfast, and coming prepared with their laptop, charger, and a positive attitude.
We can’t wait to see them give their very best and show off how much they’ve grown!
This challenging competition tested participants’ skills in problem-solving, coding, and cybersecurity—and our students rose to the occasion, earning a **3rd-place finish**.
Their hard work, perseverance, and dedication to learning truly paid off. We are excited to see what they accomplish next as they continue to grow their skills in computer science.
Please join Mrs. Fish, Computer Science teacher at MHS, in congratulating Hayden White (10), Lakeshia McDowell (11), and Matias Castillo (12) on their achievement. We look forward to competing again next year!
The Magnolia High School Panther Band received straight superior ratings at the ASBOA Region III Marching Assessment in October 2025, as well as straight superior ratings in concert performance and a superior rating in sight-reading at the ASBOA Region III Concert Assessment on March 10, 2026. These achievements qualified the band to earn Sweepstakes for the 2025–2026 school year.
The Magnolia Middle School Band also earned superior ratings in concert performance and superior ratings in sight-reading at the ASBOA Region III Concert Assessment on March 10, 2026. These accomplishments also qualified the ensemble to earn Sweepstakes for the 2025–2026 school year.
The prepared portion of concert assessment is evaluated using a rigorous rubric by adjudicators who have met the state’s qualifications through multiple rounds of adjudication training. The sight-reading portion challenges bands to learn and perform a never-before-seen piece of music in just 7 to 10 minutes, depending on classification. During that time, the director must efficiently communicate musical concepts, teach the new selection, and prepare students for performance. At the conclusion of the teaching period, the band performs the piece for the sight-reading adjudicator, who evaluates the ensemble throughout the process.
These honors reflect the hard work, discipline, and musical growth of Magnolia’s student musicians, as well as their commitment to the continuous pursuit of high achievement and musical growth throughout the school year.
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Magnolia High School Teacher of the Year!
Shanice Easter is a teacher at Magnolia High School, where she teaches Work-Based Learning, Child Care Guidance, and Child Development for students in grades 10–12. She has six years of experience in education, including four years with Magnolia School District. Shanice attended Southern Arkansas University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science, a Master’s in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education, and a Master of Arts in Teaching.
Shanice was inspired to become a teacher by her mother, who demonstrated the importance of helping and supporting others. Watching her example encouraged Shanice to pursue a career where she could make a meaningful difference. Her passion for helping others learn and grow led her to education, where she strives to positively impact students’ lives, support them in reaching their goals, and help prepare them for their futures.
One of Shanice’s favorite parts of teaching is creating engaging lessons that connect classroom learning to real-life situations. She enjoys seeing students become curious, ask thoughtful questions, and take ownership of their learning. Watching students gain confidence and independence throughout the school year is one of the most rewarding aspects of her work.
What Shanice enjoys most about working with students is building strong relationships and watching them grow both academically and personally. She works to create a supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and learning from one another.