Acorn High School

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Hello Acorn High School Community!

I am Dewayne Taylor, and I am honored to be the principal of Acorn High School. As principal, I embrace the opportunity to work with you to provide a safe, engaging, and caring educational environment as we work together to reach everyone's potential.

As I begin my 32nd year in education, 22 as a principal, I am committed to ensuring every Acorn High School student receives the very best education possible, and that all stakeholders are partners in our success. Our efforts to educate our children are more impactful when we all work together. At Acorn High School we work hard to see that every student receives their high school diploma and has that as a stepping stone to the next level of their lives, whether that's higher education, the military or entering the workforce.

On a personal note, I have 2 children, Abby - 25 - a professional photographer and Pate - 21 - a junior at the University of Arkansas. My favorite pastime is spending time with my kids, hunting and buying and selling sports cards.

I am truly blessed to be part of the Ouachita River School District family and the instructional leader of Acorn High School.

GO Tigers !!!

Contact:

dtaylor@orsd.k12.ar.us

479-394-5544

"As the high school dean of students and cross country coach, I am passionate about fostering a

positive school culture and helping students reach their full potential—both academically and

athletically. I strive to create an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and

empowered to grow. Whether in the classroom, on the course, or in everyday interactions, my goal is

to instill discipline, leadership, and perseverance in every student I work with."

Contact:

kwillsey@orsd.k12.ar.us

479-394-5544

Amanda Bennett, LPN Acorn Campus Nurse

Amy Slater, AHS 7th, 9th, & 11th Grade English Teacher

Angela Smith, AHS 7th - 9th Grade Math Teacher

Chad Frost, AHS 7th & 8th Grade History & PE Teacher, Baseball Coach

Chris Ledbetter, AHS Heath, PE, Drivers ED Teacher & JR & SR Girls Basketball Coach

Danielle Powell, AHS Paraprofessional

Glynda Pearce, AHS Librarian & Yearbook Advisor

Jackye Simon, Transportation & Custodial Supervisor

Jim Pennington, AHS Agricultral Science & JAG Teacher

James Spradlin, AHS History Teacher

Jennifer Nance, AHS 7th -9th Grade Science Teacher

Jerusha Tedder, Acorn Campus Art Teacher

Katelyn Staggs, AHS 10th - 12th Grade Math Teacher & Cheer Coach

Kathy Musgrave, AHS Custodian

Kelly Slaten, AHS 8th, 10th, & 12th Grade English Teacher

Kristina Johnson, AHS Concurrent Credit / APEX Paraprofessional

Kylynn Ledbetter, LPC, AES Counselor & ORSD Mental Heath Therapist

Leo Mabry, AHS Special Education Teacher

Makaila Goodner, AHS Business & EAST Teacher

Michelle McGee, AHS 10th - 12th Grade Science Teacher, National Honor Society Sponsor

Mindy Lyle, CTE Family & Consumer Science, Career Development Teacher & FCCLA Advisor

Officer Warren McPherson, Acorn Campus School Resource Officer

Ricky Dollar, AHS Construction Technology Teacher & JR & SR Boys Basketball Coach

Samantha Holland, AHS Secretary

Sherri Wright, ORSD Math Specialist & 5th Grade Language Arts & Math Teacher

Tammy Young, AHS Counselor

Valerie Couch, AHS Music, Band, & Choir Teacher

Zack Johnson, AHS Alternative Education Teacher