VFW Post 3246 Donates Toys and $4,500 to Support the Mountain Home Public School’s LT Thrift Store Christmas Wish Program
The spirit of giving was on full display today as Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3246 presented Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School with a generous donation of toys along with a $4,500 check to support the MHHS’s LT Thrift Store Christmas Wish program. The contribution will help provide Christmas gifts for students across the entire Mountain Home School District, ensuring that children in need experience a joyful and memorable holiday season.
The donation was made on December 9 during a special presentation at Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary. Representing VFW Post 3246 were Senior Vice Commander Greg Hartman, Quartermaster Kevin Hawks, Bingo Chairman Jay Papineau and Assistant Chair Patty Papineau, and past Auxiliary President Charlotte Guest. NWH counselor Katie Criner joined them for the presentation, surrounded by a group of enthusiastic 2nd-grade “helper elves” who added holiday cheer to the event.
Mrs. Criner stated that “We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support from VFW Post 3246, Their generosity directly impacts families right here in our community and helps make Christmas brighter for so many of our students.”
Special thanks were also extended to the VFW Canteen and the dedicated bingo players, whose contributions and participation make donations like this possible year after year.
The LT Thrift Store Christmas Wish program has become a cherished tradition within the district, working behind the scenes to meet student needs and spread joy during the holiday season. The donation from VFW Post 3246 will help ensure that every child referred to the program is able to receive meaningful gifts this Christmas.
The spirit of giving was on full display today as Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3246 presented Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School with a generous donation of toys along with a $4,500 check to support the MHHS’s LT Thrift Store Christmas Wish program. The contribution will help provide Christmas gifts for students across the entire Mountain Home School District, ensuring that children in need experience a joyful and memorable holiday season.
The donation was made on December 9 during a special presentation at Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary. Representing VFW Post 3246 were Senior Vice Commander Greg Hartman, Quartermaster Kevin Hawks, Bingo Chairman Jay Papineau and Assistant Chair Patty Papineau, and past Auxiliary President Charlotte Guest. NWH counselor Katie Criner joined them for the presentation, surrounded by a group of enthusiastic 2nd-grade “helper elves” who added holiday cheer to the event.
Mrs. Criner stated that “We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support from VFW Post 3246, Their generosity directly impacts families right here in our community and helps make Christmas brighter for so many of our students.”
Special thanks were also extended to the VFW Canteen and the dedicated bingo players, whose contributions and participation make donations like this possible year after year.
The LT Thrift Store Christmas Wish program has become a cherished tradition within the district, working behind the scenes to meet student needs and spread joy during the holiday season. The donation from VFW Post 3246 will help ensure that every child referred to the program is able to receive meaningful gifts this Christmas.
Bomber Update: Mrs. Dewey shares information about inclement weather procedures. https://youtu.be/pmHvMPlcTv8
Here's a link to our snow routes as well: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fRlENdg-GdHjW5P6520tVWk8hoLnazsr
Here's a link to our snow routes as well: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fRlENdg-GdHjW5P6520tVWk8hoLnazsr
Holiday Break Reminder: Last day of school -- December 19 (early release at 1 p.m.). Students return to classes on Tuesday, January 6.
11/21/25
Varsity Football vs. Benton (Playoff Game)
@ Benton
7:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets HERE! https://gofan.co/event/5421724?schoolId=AR23826
Varsity Football vs. Benton (Playoff Game)
@ Benton
7:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets HERE! https://gofan.co/event/5421724?schoolId=AR23826
Bomber Update: We've had lots of questions about how our community partners can help students this time of year. Here are a couple ways! https://youtu.be/qm8W4Bf9MMM
A huge thank you to one of our community partners: Basscat Boats. Their employees donated 150 Thanksgiving meal bags to Mountain Home Public Schools. Heather Curtis from Basscat is pictured here with some of our school counselors and Serenity's outreach case manager.
From all of Bomber Nation: Thank you for your service.
Attention Parents of Home School/Private School Students:
If your child is homeschooled or enrolled in Private School but lives within the Mountain Home Public Schools boundaries, you are invited to attend an informational drop-in meeting regarding Special Education services that may be available.
Join our Special Education Supervisor by dropping in at Guy Berry College & Career Academy from 4:00-5:00 on November 13.
Email Mrs. Benton (Special Education Director) at gbenton@mhbombers.com if you have questions.
If your child is homeschooled or enrolled in Private School but lives within the Mountain Home Public Schools boundaries, you are invited to attend an informational drop-in meeting regarding Special Education services that may be available.
Join our Special Education Supervisor by dropping in at Guy Berry College & Career Academy from 4:00-5:00 on November 13.
Email Mrs. Benton (Special Education Director) at gbenton@mhbombers.com if you have questions.
Reminder: MHPS will not be in session during the week of Thanksgiving -- November 24-28.
Thank you to our two amazing School Psychologists: Mrs. Baxter and Mr. O'Brien!
October was Principal Appreciation Month, and we had staff and students share what they appreciate most about their principals in this week's Bomber Update! Have a wonderful, safe Halloween weekend!
https://youtu.be/Rd9upniCw78
https://youtu.be/Rd9upniCw78
Lieutenant Holland (School Resource Officer with the MHPD) shares some important safety reminders for Halloween. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp2VtbZX1AY
The banner at the top of this link has a safety checklist for families as well: https://www.cityofmountainhome.com/
The banner at the top of this link has a safety checklist for families as well: https://www.cityofmountainhome.com/
Mrs. Dewey discusses the state's new 3rd Grade Promotion law and the ways the district will work with families regarding this mandate. https://youtu.be/xqsrZHCtZew
More information can be found here: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/third-grade-promotion
More information can be found here: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/third-grade-promotion
Bomber Update: Mrs. Dewey shares parent-teacher conference and school dismissal reminders! https://youtu.be/VPX114-mPCg
Join us tomorrow for Parent-Teacher Conferences from 1-7 p.m. at each building. School releases at 1 p.m. on Thursday, and there is no school on Friday!
The MHPS Annual Report to the Public will be Thursday evening at 5 p.m. at Dunbar Auditorium.
The Mountain Home High School Softball Team is hosting its 13th-Annual Holiday Meat Sale!
Bomber Update - Homecoming 2025 Review
https://youtu.be/Yul5Mhnow6c
https://youtu.be/Yul5Mhnow6c
OUR ANNUAL HOMECOMING PREVIEW! https://youtu.be/sL1SGIItTC0
More information can be found here: https://highschool.mhbombers.com/o/mhhs/page/homecoming-2025
More information can be found here: https://highschool.mhbombers.com/o/mhhs/page/homecoming-2025
A spiffing tale of daring heroes and dastardly villains awaits!
Join MHHS Bomber Theatre for The 39 Steps — a fast-paced comedy packed with mystery, espionage, and over 150 characters… all played by just 12 actors!
📅 October 11 & 12 – 2:00 PM
📍 Dunbar Auditorium
🎟️ Tickets: mhhsbombertheatre.ludus.com
💵 Adults $15 | Seniors (65+) $10 / Students $5
Grab your tickets now and prepare for a thrilling evening of laughs, suspense, and theatrical magic!
