The Marion School District is continuing its work to unlock meaningful career opportunities for its students through the development of a new Patient Care Tech program.
The new program, which replaces the old Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, will give Marion students better clinical opportunities, greater job opportunities, and better pay potential.
A Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a healthcare professional who provides direct hands-on care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses, physicians, and other medical staff. While similar to CNAs, a PCT typically possesses broader clinical training and an expanded scope of practice.
“At the Marion School District, we are committed to creating pathways to high-demand, high-paying careers for our students,” said Jennifer Snyder, Marion’s Director of College, Career & Military Readiness. “The new Patient Care Technician program is a great example of that. It gives our students more hands-on clinical training and prepares them for a wide range of healthcare careers right out of high school. We’re excited to be able to offer that kind of training here at Marion and give our students a strong start in a growing field.”
To learn more about the benefits of this program -- including salary potential -- follow the link below!
🎓 Beyond the Tassel Tuesday featuring ASUN! 🎓
We had a fantastic time hosting Arkansas State University-Newport (ASUN) for our Beyond the Tassel Tuesday!
Our Patriots got an inside look at the incredible Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs, degree paths, and hands-on trade opportunities available right here in our region. From explore-to-enrollment, ASUN gave our students the tools and inspiration to plan their next steps after graduation!
Huge thanks to the ASUN team for spending time with us and helping our students shape their futures! 🚀💙 Redefining what's possible, one Tuesday at a time.
#WeAreCTE #BeyondTheTassel #MarionPatriots #ASUNewport #CTEMatters #PatriotPride #FutureReady #CollegeAndCareerReady #HighSchoolToCareer #HigherEd
We had a fantastic time hosting Arkansas State University-Newport (ASUN) for our Beyond the Tassel Tuesday!
Our Patriots got an inside look at the incredible Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs, degree paths, and hands-on trade opportunities available right here in our region. From explore-to-enrollment, ASUN gave our students the tools and inspiration to plan their next steps after graduation!
Huge thanks to the ASUN team for spending time with us and helping our students shape their futures! 🚀💙 Redefining what's possible, one Tuesday at a time.
#WeAreCTE #BeyondTheTassel #MarionPatriots #ASUNewport #CTEMatters #PatriotPride #FutureReady #CollegeAndCareerReady #HighSchoolToCareer #HigherEd
💻🎉 **Happy IT Professionals Day!** 🎉💻
Today, we celebrate **Mr. Paul Allen**, our amazing IT Professional at Marion High School! Thank you for keeping our technology running, solving problems, and helping our staff and students stay connected and ready to learn. Your hard work makes a difference every day!
❤️💙 **We appreciate you, Mr. Allen!** 💙❤️
#HappyITProfessionalsDay #ThankYouMrAllen #MarionHighSchool #GoPatriots
Today, we celebrate **Mr. Paul Allen**, our amazing IT Professional at Marion High School! Thank you for keeping our technology running, solving problems, and helping our staff and students stay connected and ready to learn. Your hard work makes a difference every day!
❤️💙 **We appreciate you, Mr. Allen!** 💙❤️
#HappyITProfessionalsDay #ThankYouMrAllen #MarionHighSchool #GoPatriots
Today, MHS seniors began their counselor meetings which included important information such as transcripts, FAFSA, SAMS, credits and more. Thank you Ms. Gammill, Mrs. Kohl, an Mrs. Johnson for keeping out students on track.
Everything’s coming up roses for the Patriot Pride Marching Band this fall as the award-winning ensemble prepares to kick off its 2026 competitive season.
This year’s production is titled “La Vie en Rose” and will feature a heavy emphasis on the visual and musical symbolism of roses and the color red.
The band will play at each Patriot home football game, as well as the following contests:
- Sept. 26: Conquistador Classic in Olive Branch, Miss.
- Oct. 10: Power Band Classic at Lake Hamilton
- Oct. 17: McDonald’s Marching Invitational in Paragould
- Oct. 20: ASBOA Region Marching Contest in Cabot
- Oct. 24: Eastern Shore Classic in Daphne, Ala.
- Nov. 2-4: 6A State Marching Contest at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock
To read more about the band's upcoming season, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/3122643
This year’s production is titled “La Vie en Rose” and will feature a heavy emphasis on the visual and musical symbolism of roses and the color red.
The band will play at each Patriot home football game, as well as the following contests:
- Sept. 26: Conquistador Classic in Olive Branch, Miss.
- Oct. 10: Power Band Classic at Lake Hamilton
- Oct. 17: McDonald’s Marching Invitational in Paragould
- Oct. 20: ASBOA Region Marching Contest in Cabot
- Oct. 24: Eastern Shore Classic in Daphne, Ala.
- Nov. 2-4: 6A State Marching Contest at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock
To read more about the band's upcoming season, follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/3122643
Marion School District students and Patriot fans have a new home for school pride with the debut of “The M,” an all-new spirit store managed and operated by Marion High School students.
Operated through the Marion High School Business Marketing Department, The M will function as a hands-on retail learning environment designed to provide students with authentic experience in creating and designing school-branded merchandise, as well as marketing, advertising, merchandising, customer service, inventory management, and business operations.
For more information, including how to orger your gear from "The M," follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/3120576
Operated through the Marion High School Business Marketing Department, The M will function as a hands-on retail learning environment designed to provide students with authentic experience in creating and designing school-branded merchandise, as well as marketing, advertising, merchandising, customer service, inventory management, and business operations.
For more information, including how to orger your gear from "The M," follow the link below!
https://www.msd3.org/article/3120576
The Labor Day break may be over, but the learning never stops! MHS teachers came back, refreshed and ready to dive right back in—with professional trainings, collaboration, and a commitment to growing together so our students can thrive!
Teachers from all secondary Social Studies classrooms in Marion School District met with Isaac Cross and Ronda Smith from Arkansas Department of Education to help strengthen instruction. From scenarios to in
Thank you to Ms. Smith and Mr. Cross from the Office of Learning Services as well as Corebridge Financial and Pastor Anthony King from Life Empowerment for making today a success.
Teachers from all secondary Social Studies classrooms in Marion School District met with Isaac Cross and Ronda Smith from Arkansas Department of Education to help strengthen instruction. From scenarios to in
Thank you to Ms. Smith and Mr. Cross from the Office of Learning Services as well as Corebridge Financial and Pastor Anthony King from Life Empowerment for making today a success.
Don't forget MHS Parent Teacher Conferences are tomorrow September 3, 2026, from 1PM-7PM.
It’s Beyond the Tassel Tuesday at MHS, and our Patriots are exploring exciting post-graduation pathways! 🛠️⚡
A big thank you to Ms. Kim Mason from Lincoln Tech / Nashville Automotive Diesel College (NADC) for visiting MHS today! She shared incredible insights with our students about hands-on programs in automotive, diesel, welding, and collision repair, as well as the amazing career opportunities waiting for them in Nashville, TN. 🚗💨
Whether you want to work on high-performance diesel engines or master advanced automotive tech, NADC provides the training and skills to launch a high-demand career right after high school.
Future ready. Patriot proud! ❤️💙
#MarionPatriots #MHS #BeyondTheTassel #LincolnTech #NADC #CareerReady #PatriotPride #TradeSchool #PostSecondaryPathways #WeAreCTE
A big thank you to Ms. Kim Mason from Lincoln Tech / Nashville Automotive Diesel College (NADC) for visiting MHS today! She shared incredible insights with our students about hands-on programs in automotive, diesel, welding, and collision repair, as well as the amazing career opportunities waiting for them in Nashville, TN. 🚗💨
Whether you want to work on high-performance diesel engines or master advanced automotive tech, NADC provides the training and skills to launch a high-demand career right after high school.
Future ready. Patriot proud! ❤️💙
#MarionPatriots #MHS #BeyondTheTassel #LincolnTech #NADC #CareerReady #PatriotPride #TradeSchool #PostSecondaryPathways #WeAreCTE
Today, Mrs. White's and Ms. Selden's Nutrition and Culinary classes got a chance to visit with Airman Caples and TSgt. Giordano from the Airforce. Airman Caples who is in the culinary field helped students understand that Nutrition and Culinary is just important in the military as any other field. Special thanks to @The Depot for providing lunch to the recruiters.
Our Pre-Educator Pathway students recently welcomed Morgan Chrestman from the Crittenden County Cooperative Extension to learn about our local farmers market and the important role it plays in strengthening our county.
As future educators, our students are learning that teaching extends far beyond the classroom. Strong schools are built through strong community partnerships, and understanding local resources helps future teachers better serve students and families.
We are proud to give our students opportunities to connect classroom learning with the community they may one day serve as educators. Patriot pride starts with investing in our future!
As future educators, our students are learning that teaching extends far beyond the classroom. Strong schools are built through strong community partnerships, and understanding local resources helps future teachers better serve students and families.
We are proud to give our students opportunities to connect classroom learning with the community they may one day serve as educators. Patriot pride starts with investing in our future!
Please join us Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for our Annual Title 1 Meeting at MHS. We are excited to share this opportunity to learn about Title 1 services and get input from parents.
Exciting news for our Patriots! 🔴💙
Our CCMR Director, Jennifer Snyder, alongside High School Counselors Jonnett Gammill, Melissa Kohl, and LaTarsha Johnson, recently attended an informative luncheon at The Capital Grille hosted by the University of Alabama. 🐘✨
They gathered valuable insights on a wide range of degree programs that will bring incredible new opportunities directly to our students right here in Marion. We’re so proud to keep expanding pathways for our Patriots’ futures! 🎓🚀
#MarionPatriots #PatriotPride #CollegeAndCareer #UniversityOfAlabama #FutureReady #CCMR
Our CCMR Director, Jennifer Snyder, alongside High School Counselors Jonnett Gammill, Melissa Kohl, and LaTarsha Johnson, recently attended an informative luncheon at The Capital Grille hosted by the University of Alabama. 🐘✨
They gathered valuable insights on a wide range of degree programs that will bring incredible new opportunities directly to our students right here in Marion. We’re so proud to keep expanding pathways for our Patriots’ futures! 🎓🚀
#MarionPatriots #PatriotPride #CollegeAndCareer #UniversityOfAlabama #FutureReady #CCMR
Students are working to take ownership in their learning in our Marion High School classrooms!
As Dana Barlow works collaboratively with students to review work, sophomore Cohen King works - problem and guides peers through additional learning in Honors Algebra 2. Meanwhile, scholars in Anna Hurley’s US History class work in groups to discern the best course of action during a historical simulation using events leading to World War 2.
It’s a great day to be a Marion Patriot!
As Dana Barlow works collaboratively with students to review work, sophomore Cohen King works - problem and guides peers through additional learning in Honors Algebra 2. Meanwhile, scholars in Anna Hurley’s US History class work in groups to discern the best course of action during a historical simulation using events leading to World War 2.
It’s a great day to be a Marion Patriot!
It's blood drive day at MHS! We had over 95 students and faculty members at the first blood drive of this school year. We were able to use 42 donations of blood thereby saving countless potential lives. These drives are especially important to Crittenden County because of our blood shortage. Hats off to Ms. Castle and Vitalant for another successful event. Our next blood drive is January 14, 2027.
Ms. Selden’s Culinary 1 students became familiar with their classroom kitchens while making Oreo, key lime, and Kool-Aid no-bake pies. They practiced locating equipment, using the correct measuring tools, following directions, and working together in their kitchen groups. Tomorrow comes the most important step in the recipe—taste testing!
AP Seminar Students “Zoom Out” to See the Bigger Picture
Mrs. Colquitt's AP Seminar students recently participated in an interactive activity using Istvan Banyai’s Zoom picture book to explore the importance of perspective, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking.
Mrs. Colquitt's AP Seminar students recently participated in an interactive activity using Istvan Banyai’s Zoom picture book to explore the importance of perspective, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking.
Today, MHS students got a chance to learn about the U.S. Marine Corps.
It's time for some Patriot football! MHS is excited, so get excited with us! Today, students enjoyed a pep lunch in anticipation of tonight's game.
Yesterday was Coach Johnson's Neuro Flex Day. A day for MHS girls’ basketball players to put their strategic thinking skills to work—using board games and activities to sharpen decision-making, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that translate directly to the court! Smart moves on the board, strong moves on the court!
