The Fall 2025 Coaches' Poll results are in, and the Izard County STEM School Senior High Quiz Bowl team has been ranked #4 to begin the season!
The poll was administered by Arkansas Friends of Quiz Bowl, a nonprofit organization composed of alumni, coaches (current and retired) and others who support quiz bowl in Arkansas by, among other things, funding annual scholarships for quiz bowl players through an annual invitational tournament.
We are very proud that so many other organizations in the state recognize the hard work that Coach Charles Treat and his team do to prepare each year. We look forward to seeing what all this group accomplishes in the 25-26 season!
The Quiz Bowl team includes: Keylon Gross, Jacob Kodrich, Evan Cole, Craven Brewer, Harrison Oss (Top - L to R) ; Tyler Anderson, Elijah Walters, Brayden Treat, Addysyn Kinion, Alex Millington (Bottom - L to R); Makaelynn Wood, Delilah Montalbo, Matthew Thielemier (not pictured)
The poll was administered by Arkansas Friends of Quiz Bowl, a nonprofit organization composed of alumni, coaches (current and retired) and others who support quiz bowl in Arkansas by, among other things, funding annual scholarships for quiz bowl players through an annual invitational tournament.
We are very proud that so many other organizations in the state recognize the hard work that Coach Charles Treat and his team do to prepare each year. We look forward to seeing what all this group accomplishes in the 25-26 season!
The Quiz Bowl team includes: Keylon Gross, Jacob Kodrich, Evan Cole, Craven Brewer, Harrison Oss (Top - L to R) ; Tyler Anderson, Elijah Walters, Brayden Treat, Addysyn Kinion, Alex Millington (Bottom - L to R); Makaelynn Wood, Delilah Montalbo, Matthew Thielemier (not pictured)
Happy Education Support Professionals Day! Today is dedicated to recognizing the vital contributions of school support staff, including aides, cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and custodial staff. Thank you for all that you do for us!
Friday night at the Cougar Den will be one of those moments we’ll remember for a long time. ❤️
After the senior girls game, we will proudly honor our 2025 State Champion Lady Cougars with a ring ceremony—a celebration of every long practice, every late night, every setback they pushed through, and every moment they chose heart over comfort.
This team showed us what grit, sisterhood, and Cougar Pride truly look like. Now it’s our turn to show THEM what their community feels for them.
Let’s fill the stands, lift them up, and celebrate the incredible journey that brought them to this unforgettable accomplishment.
Cougar Nation, this is your moment too. 🖤🤍🏀. We look forward to seeing you there!
#CougarNation #CougarPride
After the senior girls game, we will proudly honor our 2025 State Champion Lady Cougars with a ring ceremony—a celebration of every long practice, every late night, every setback they pushed through, and every moment they chose heart over comfort.
This team showed us what grit, sisterhood, and Cougar Pride truly look like. Now it’s our turn to show THEM what their community feels for them.
Let’s fill the stands, lift them up, and celebrate the incredible journey that brought them to this unforgettable accomplishment.
Cougar Nation, this is your moment too. 🖤🤍🏀. We look forward to seeing you there!
#CougarNation #CougarPride
Join us tonight at the Cougar Den to catch some Lady Cougar Basketball! Both the Junior and Senior Girls will take on the Manila Lady Lions beginning at 5:00.
Good luck tonight, Lady Cougars!
Good luck tonight, Lady Cougars!
We are delighted to share that Dr. Temple Grandin will be an honored guest at our school on Friday! She will speak to our staff and students and do book signings.
Dr. Grandin is a scientist and industrial designer who used her experience with autism to create systems designed to ease stress in people with autism, as well as animals. She is a professor of animal science at Colorado State University and works with Future Horizons, an organization dedicated to empowering families and individuals affected by autism.
Thank you to Dayna Miller-Black for helping arrange this opportunity for our students! Dr. Grandin will visit Arkansas State University on Thursday. Additional information and link to order tickets is available here:
https://jonesbororightnow.com/news/268862-autism-advocates-to-speak-at-a-state/
Cougar Basketball fans - get ready; we've got a FULL week ahead!
Go, Cougars!
Go, Cougars!
On Saturday, Nov. 15th essay contest winners read their pieces at the Horseshoe Bend Little Theatre Thanksgiving production. Students answered the question "What am I Thankful For?"
Congratulations to Carleigh Selph, Layla Barnes, Avery Treat, Torri Douglas, Wylie Blackburn, Kane Jimenez, Diego Mugerra, and Mya Rayoum.
Coordinating teachers were Mrs. Danielle Treat, Ms. Linsey Helm, and Mrs. Alicia Pepper.
Caden Clowers recently enlisted into the Army national Guard as a 42A HR Specialist in administrative support. He will be attending Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson South Carolina during the summer next year, and once he graduates high school he will attend Advanced Individual Training at Fort Jackson. He will also go to drill in Jonesboro (one weekend a month) until he ships to basic next summer.
A few benefits that are afforded to Caden through the ARNG are:
• 100% tuition paid
• GI Bill and the Arkansas National Guard Tuition Incentive Program
• And since Caden Scored so well on his ASVAB, he gets the GI Bill Kicker!
Congratulations, Caden! We are proud of you!
UAMS hosted "Find Your Future in Healthcare". Students were connected with current healthcare professionals through information sessions and hands-on activities.
We are excited to share that our school has been selectee to receive an EAST Upgrade Grant for $5000!
🇺🇸 Cougar Choir Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸
Teaching students about patriotism and the importance of honoring our Veterans helps them understand the sacrifices made for our freedoms. When we share these lessons, we inspire gratitude, respect, and pride in our country—values that last a lifetime. ❤️🤍💙
Very proud of our 5-12 grade Choir students and their performances today! 🎤 🐾 🇺🇸
🏀 Little Dribblers – Important Dates! 🏀
It’s time for our Little Dribblers to get started! Please make note of these important dates:
📍 Practices:
November 12, 13, and 19
4:00–4:30 PM in the Elementary Gym
Students who plan to stay after school for practice must have a parent or guardian contact the elementary office to give permission for their child to stay.
🎉 First Performance:
November 21
We can’t wait to see our Little Dribblers show off their skills! Go Cougars! 🐾
🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we enjoy each day.
We are especially grateful to the veterans in our school community — community members, families, and staff — who have served our country.
Today, and everyday, we are grateful.
Thank you for your service. ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #WeRemember
Today, we pause to honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we enjoy each day.
We are especially grateful to the veterans in our school community — community members, families, and staff — who have served our country.
Today, and everyday, we are grateful.
Thank you for your service. ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #WeRemember
Izard County Stem School Jr. High Quiz Bowl had a fantastic day at Bryant Jr. High, participating in the AGQBA Jr High Quiz Bowl Camp. It was a day to encourage them to gain confidence and valuable experience for the upcoming season while playing with students from other teams around the state.
Ian Bear was named outstanding 9th grade player averaging 16 questions/game ,and his team finished 2nd overall with a perfect 3-0 record.
Congrats on a great day!
Pictured: Coach Charles Treat, Rossi Morgan, Gavin Williams, Ian Bear, Oliver Bear, Samantha Suddieth, and Abby Drollinger
Jr. High Quiz Bowl is participating in camp at Bryant Jr. High today. Shout out to IC STEM School for providing lunch at Chick-fil-a as a recharge for the afternoon session. Stay tuned for updates later today.
Congratulations to Izzy Chute for passing the Microsoft Word certification exam earlier this week!
SCHEDULE UPDATE: The Senior High Football game that was on the schedule for tomorrow (November 7) is actually TONIGHT.
The Cougars will play at Marianna-Lee TONIGHT at 7:00.
The Cougars will play at Marianna-Lee TONIGHT at 7:00.
Don’t Forget!
FALL FESTIVAL – TONIGHT!
📅 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Izard County Elementary
🍲 Chili Supper
🎲 Bingo
🎯 Games
🕯️ Silent Auction
👻 Haunted House
…and so much more!
Please note: There will be no after-school program today.
FALL FESTIVAL – TONIGHT!
📅 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Izard County Elementary
🍲 Chili Supper
🎲 Bingo
🎯 Games
🕯️ Silent Auction
👻 Haunted House
…and so much more!
Please note: There will be no after-school program today.
Join us on Monday, November 10, for the Kailey Moss Memorial Scholarship Chili Supper, 4:30-7 PM. Black & Gray Games begin at 5:00 in the Cougar Den!
There will be no After-School Program on Thursday, November 6 due to the Fall Festival!
The Fall Fest will be at the elementary campus from 5-7 pm! We hope to see you all there!
The Fall Fest will be at the elementary campus from 5-7 pm! We hope to see you all there!
