Yellville-Summit Schools -

Please enjoy YSMS’s Panther Print. This paper is done completely by 5th graders.

The Y-S Student Council would like to thank everyone who came out on Wednesday for the blood drive. With your help, we not only met our goal but exceeded it! Thank you so much!

Two Student Wellness Advocacy Group members, Ava Chism and Dakota Bass, spoke at the State Capitol on Tuesday, Oct. 15th for the "Message of Hope" event organized by Arkansas Children's Hospital. Two additional members, Clara Standridge and Elly Merriman, attended in support of the message and all SWAG students visited the informational booths provided by Arkansas AWARE, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and the Arkansas Crisis Center to obtain information and resources to share with peers through their advocacy efforts this year. Here is a link: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/oct/15/event-at-arkansas-capitol-highlights-teen/

Yesterday the seniors participated in the American College Application Campaign. Each student applied to at least one technical, trade, and/or college institution, then enjoyed a potluck lunch with teachers and staff to celebrate this first step toward their post-graduate dreams! We are so proud of the class of 2025!

Mountain Home Public Schools – in collaboration with the Mountain Home PTO – will host an expert guest speaker to discuss ways to protect children online. Please see attached flyer for information.

🌟 Exciting Guest Speakers in Ms. Dubuque's Foundations of Healthcare! 🌟 On Monday, our class had the incredible opportunity to welcome Kim Beavers and Miranda Bradley from Baxter Health! They shared invaluable insights on the hiring process, professionalism in the workplace, and the importance of proper attire and attitude. A fun highlight? They even discussed "getting fired before you get hired"—a crucial lesson for future healthcare professionals! Thank you, Kim and Miranda, for your time and expertise! 💙👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Early dismissal and conferences tomorrow!

Y-S Student Council is joining forces with the Red Cross to host one of our annual blood drives on Wednesday, October 16th. You can sign-up using the link, QR code, or just drop-in. Not only are you helping an amazing cause, but you're helping our students earn a chance at a scholarship. Click here to schedule an appointment: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=YELLHS

On Monday, Hunter Raley competed in the 3A state golf match at Cooper’s Hawk Golf Course in Melbourne, Arkansas. This is the 3rd year in a row that Hunter has made it to the state golf tournament. Y-S is so proud of you, Hunter!

It was an exciting day for Mrs. Lynch's Markets & Analytics class! Today, ten students participated in mock interviews with Tera Payne from Arvest Bank, practicing their skills as if applying for a teller position. Pictured are Julianna Morris and Breanna Lee alongside Mrs. Payne. Way to go, future professionals!

Congratulations to the 2024 Y-S Panther Football Homecoming Court! We will celebrate our royalty with festivities beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 4th at Panther Stadium. The Panther football game vs. Mayflower will kick off immediately following the ceremony. Come out to support these young ladies and the Panthers! Pictured left to right: Freshman maid, Brooke Ott; Sophomore maid, Kamiah Gerth; Junior maid, Paige Bennett; Senior maids, Bayli Teel, Hannah Hayward, and Brooke Graves; Junior maid, Isabella Zamora; Sophomore maid, Kaydence Vetor; and Freshman maid, Khloe Gates.

Students will have free admission to the games listed below! Go Panthers!

The Flu Clinic has changed from Monday October 14th to Wednesday October 16th. If interested, forms went home with elementary and middle school students and are available for high school students in the high school office. There are extras available in the nurse's office for anyone who needs one.

Hannah Hayward shot a personal best and ended up 15th overall at the 3A state golf match! Congratulations, Hannah - we are proud of you!

A huge thank you to Arvest Bank for delivering Panther Green t-shirts for every staff member at Yellville-Summit! Your generosity and support help us show our Panther pride. We appreciate your partnership in making our school a better place!

Join the majorettes on the field on October 24th! Forms were sent home for kindergarteners through 4th grade today!

Members of the Y-S Volleyball Team and Y-S FBLA came together on Friday to participate in the 2024 H2Ozarks Shoreline Cleanup, sponsored by Anchor Pointe Resort! This group worked hard to pick up trash along the shore, making a positive impact on our local community. Afterward, everyone enjoyed pizza and ice cream at Anchor Pointe Restaurant. Thank you to everyone who participated, and thank you to Anchor Pointe for your support!

Y-S golf teams participated in the 3A district golf tournament this past week. Seniors Hunter Raley and Hannah Hayward scored well enough to move on to their state matches at Cooper’s Hawk Golf Course in Melbourne, AR. Congratulations, Panther Golf!

Y-S Student Council is joining forces with the Red Cross to host one of our annual blood drives in October. You can sign-up using the link, QR code, or just drop-in. Not only are you helping an amazing cause, but you're helping our students earn a chance at a scholarship. Click here to schedule an appointment: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=YELLHS

At the football game on November 1, 2024, the Y-S Panther Athletic Department will host a special recognition of all our area veterans and current members of the armed services. Shark Creek Graphics has designed custom hoodies and crewnecks for this occasion. You can order yours at this link: http://sharkcreek.com/yspanthers These will also be sold at the game on November 1, but sizes and quantities will be limited. Please join us in supporting our troops/veterans!