Transportation Update for 2/5/2026
Please use caution when driving on campus tomorrow morning, as snow and ice piles have been melting and temperatures are expected to drop below freezing overnight.
Transportation Update
Bus transportation will be limited to paved snow routes only and will operate at the discretion of our drivers on both morning and afternoon routes until further notice.
We will run ALL snow routes except Horseshoe Bend.
Horseshoe Bend Area:
Students will be picked up at 6:45 AM. at the Dollar General parking lot and dropped off at 4:00 PM. at the Dollar General parking lot. Please understand that driver times may vary over the next few days.
Melbourne School District Transportation Update Concerning 2/4/2026
Please use caution when driving on campus tomorrow morning, as snow and ice piles have been melting and temperatures are expected to drop below freezing overnight.
Transportation Update
Bus transportation will be limited to most paved snow routes only and will operate at the discretion of our drivers on both morning and afternoon routes until further notice.
The Jumbo Road snow route will operate on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Horseshoe Bend Area:
Students will be picked up at 6:45 AM at the Dollar General parking lot and dropped off at 4:00 PM at the Dollar General parking lot.
Please understand that driver times may vary over the next few days.
The following snow routes will NOT be run due to snow, ice, or lack of a safe turnaround:
·Mount Olive
·Page Cemetery
·Newburg Road
If you are unable to safely get your student to school due to road conditions, please contact the school offices by 10:00 AM. We appreciate the patience and cooperation of our families and community and look forward to a safe return to learning.
We are excited to welcome our Bearkatz students and staff back to campus.
Bus Transportation Update:
Bus transportation will be limited to most paved snow routes only and will operate at the discretion of our drivers on both morning and afternoon routes until further notice.
Horseshoe Bend Area:
Students will be picked up at 6:45 AM. at the Dollar General parking lot and dropped off at 4:00 PM. at the Dollar General parking lot.
Please understand that driver times may vary over the next few days.
The following snow routes will NOT be run due to snow, ice, or lack of a safe turnaround:
• Mount Olive
• Jumbo
• Page Cemetery
• Newburg Road
If you are unable to safely get your student to school due to road conditions, please contact the school offices by 10:00 AM.
We appreciate the patience and cooperation of our families and community and look forward to a safe return to learning.
Stay safe and warm, Bearkatz Nation!
Winter weather wins this round.
School will be CLOSED January 27, 2026 due to snow, sleet, and bitter cold temperatures.
All activities are canceled.
Stay safe and warm, Bearkatz! 🐾❄️
School Choice is OPEN at Melbourne
📅 January 1 – June 1, 2026
Looking for a school where your child is known, supported, and challenged?
Melbourne offers:
✅ Strong academics with dedicated teachers
✅ Safe, caring classrooms
✅ Free meals & school supplies
✅ Athletics, Arts, FFA & more
✅ Small-school family atmosphere
From preschool to graduation, we focus on the whole child.
📞 Call 870-368-7070 or scan the QR code to apply today!
ONE DECISION! ENDLESS OPPORTUNITY!
CHOOSE MELBOURNE! CHOOSE EXCELLENCE!
Their class achieved a 100% pass rate on BOTH the knowledge and skills portions of the CNA state exam, and are now officially state certified! 👏💙
This is an incredible accomplishment, especially considering how challenging the clinical skills exam can be. Performing hands-on procedures accurately in front of an observer is no easy task — but these students rose to the challenge and went above and beyond all semester long.
We are so proud of their dedication, professionalism, and hard work. The future of healthcare is bright with students like these! 🌟🩺💙
Congratulations!
The Bearkatz and Lady Bearkatz are taking over the Heber Springs Christmas Classic on Dec. 19 & 20!
12/19 Matchups:
🔥 Bearkatz vs. Episcopal — 2:10 PM
🔥 Lady Bearkatz vs. Episcopal — 3:15 PM
12/20 Matchups:
💥 Lady Bearkatz vs. Pottsville — 9:15 AM
💥 Bearkatz vs. Pottsville — 10:30 PM
Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy! 💙
Lady Bearkatz: December 29 at 4 PM — 7th Annual Larry Ray Memorial Tournament in Jessieville!
Bearkatz: December 29 at 1:45 PM — Bad Boy Mowers Ronnie Brogdon Invitational at Highland!
Come out and support!
Upcoming Events
If you are a parent of an MHS Choir student, please join our new MHS Choir GroupMe!
All updates, event details, and important choir information will be shared through this group.
👉 Join here: https://groupme.com/join_group/111088457/l10fDLDi?authuser=0
Thank you for staying connected and supporting our choir students! 💛🎵
Their mission is to “preserve American values and traditions by investing in the next generation of leaders,” supporting youth shooting sports and promoting safe, responsible firearms ownership.
This generous grant will help us continue to grow, compete, and represent our community with pride. Thank you, Second Amendment Legacy Foundation, for your support and commitment to youth shooting sports!
