Join us for Gotta Be Jazz on Thursday, April 9th at 1:00 PM at the Harrison High School Performing Arts Center!
Our talented Harrison Middle School 6th Grade Choir will take the stage to celebrate jazz classics in America’s Music by John Jacobson and John Higgins, with arrangements by Tom Anderson.
🎨 In addition to the concert, be sure to stop by and enjoy a 6th Grade Art Show showcasing the incredible creativity of our students!
🎺 We’ll also feature two special instrumental performances by a small ensemble of HMS students — you won’t want to miss it!
Come support our amazing 6th graders as they share their musical and artistic talents. It’s going to be a jazzy afternoon to remember! 💛🎼
Participating students are asked to please wear black.

High school preparation is happening next week at Harrison Middle School! 🎓
📅 Monday, March 16: 8th grade students will visit the high school to learn about CTE (Career and Technical Education) classes and the opportunities available to them.
📅 Tuesday, March 17: High School Counselors Mrs. Rhein, Mrs. Thompson, and Mrs. Thornton will visit HMS to help students select courses for the 2026–2027 school year.
This is an exciting step as our 8th graders begin planning for their high school journey!
Mrs. Scoggins' 7th grade students recently participated in Symbiosis Speed Dating as part of their science lesson! Each student received a character card representing a desert plant or animal and used the information on their card to “meet” other organisms in the room.
As students exchanged clues and facts, they worked to determine what type of ecological relationship they had—mutualism, commensalism, or parasitism. It was a fun and engaging way to bring science concepts to life while practicing communication and critical thinking skills.
Learning about ecosystems has never been so interactive! 🌎
#HarrisonMiddleSchool #HandsOnLearning #ScienceInAction #Symbiosis #MiddleSchoolScience

This week, Coach Mattix’s 8th-grade artists explored the intricate world of Block Printing. Here is a look at the creative process students followed:
Design & Transfer: Students sketched original designs and transferred them onto their printing blocks.
Carving: Using Lino cutters with V-shaped and U-shaped tips, students carefully carved away the negative space .
Safety First: Students practiced proper technique by always carving away from their bodies.
Inking: Using a brayer, they spread a thin, even layer of ink onto the raised surface of the block.
Printing: After placing paper over the block, students ran their work through the printing press multiple times to experiment with different colors.
Take a look at these phenomenal examples from Josy with help from Noah! These prints are ready to be matted and framed. Fun fact: This process is so versatile that Josy could even continue printing at home using a simple wooden spoon to apply pressure!
What a beautiful job by these talented students.




🏆 Grateful for the Support
A huge thank you to the Arkansas Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom, funded by the Beef Checkoff and the Arkansas Beef Council, for awarding Mrs. Tomlinson the 2025-26 Beef in the Classroom Grant. This partnership allowed our students to work with high-quality ingredients and dive deep into the world of agriculture.
🚜 From Farm to Table
We kicked things off with a special guest presentation from our own Assistant Principal, Mr. Jones. He shared his expertise on the journey of beef from the farm to the dinner table, teaching students how to read labels and identify various cuts of meat like pros.
🍳 Putting Skills to the Test
After brainstorming their own menu ideas and prepping their recipes, the students hit the kitchen for two weeks of final cooking labs:
🌮 "Taco Bell" Week: Students mastered ground beef preparation to create homemade Crunchwrap Supremes, paired with DIY Baja Blasts.
🥢 "Hibachi" Week: The grand finale featured marinated sirloin steak and savory fried rice, where students practiced their searing and sautéing techniques.
From the first brainstorm to the final sizzle, these students displayed impressive knowledge and kitchen confidence. They walked away with delicious meals and recipes they can use for a lifetime!
Way to go, HMS chefs! 👨🍳👩🍳
Any area students that are currently in grades K-5 are invited to attend this incredible STEM camp!! It runs Monday-Thursday, June 8-11, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Taught by certified teachers and lunch will be provided!
Inspire your young innovator with a one-of-a-kind summer adventure! Exciting, hands-on challenges will spark curiosity and build their confidence as they dive into limitless STEM fun full of opportunities to imagine, experiment and create!
Spots are limited! Register here:

Are you ready to dance, perform, and represent Harrison? 💙💛
Students in Grades 7–12 are invited to try out for the Harrison Dance Team!
💃 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the team!
Check out the tryout information below for important dates and details.
📩 Questions? Contact Kylie Thompson at nsds.kylie@gmail.com
#GoHarrison #DanceTeamTryouts #GoblinPride 💙💛






Thank you to Mr. Kaesar for sharing a great message with our 5th Grade FCA about the importance of having the right power source in our lives. We appreciate him taking the time to encourage and inspire our students!



Thank you to Joshua Petersen for sharing a message with our 6th Grade FCA and for providing donuts for our students. We appreciate your time and support!


Four robotics teams from Harrison Middle School are headed to the 2026 VIQRC State Championships in Russellville, AR!
Representing HMS at state:
🔹 1125G – Paradigms
🔹 1125E – Gobbots
🔹 1125H – Lucky Charms
🔹 1125B – ZippyZap
These teams have worked incredibly hard designing, building, and programming their robots, and we are proud to see them represent Harrison Middle School at the state level.
Good luck to our teams as they compete in Russellville — the entire Goblin community is cheering you on! 🎉
#HarrisonGoblinPride #HMSRobotics #StateBound #STEMEducation #RoboticsCompetition #ArkansasRobotics 🤖

The 6th Grade Girls Harrison Peewee League will begin after Spring Break!
Any interested 6th grade girls are encouraged to attend the initial practice sessions happening before Spring Break.
📅 Practice Dates:
• Wednesday, March 11
• Wednesday, March 18
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
📍 Location: LT’s Court
Parents are welcome to attend these practice sessions. We look forward to seeing our future Lady Goblins on the court! 💙💛
Questions? Contact Coach Lewis at jelewis@goblins.k12.ar.us
#HarrisonPeewee #FutureLadyGoblins #HarrisonBasketball #GoGoblins

🗓 Order before May 1
🛍 Shop here: impactees.com/projectgrad
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer!
Thank you for supporting our seniors and helping make their graduation celebration unforgettable! 🎓✨
#GoblinPride #ClassOf2026 #ProjectGraduation #SupportOurSeniors #GoblinNation
We have purchased team shirts for all quiz bowl and chess players to wear while competing, picnic tables for HMS, funded a variety of community service projects led by students, and many other activities, thanks to the Print Shop!
We will be open Monday-Friday from 7:45-8:05 am. Contact the GT teachers for more information!

Calling all current 6th grade girls! It’s almost time to hit the court and show us what you’ve got!
📅 March 31st & April 1st
📍 Meet at the HMS Gym (we’ll walk you up to LT’s court for tryouts)
⏰ Tryout Times:
• Tuesday, March 31st | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday, April 1st | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Please note: Tryouts are closed to parents.
We can’t wait to see your skills, hustle, and team spirit on the court!
— Coach Mattix & the Volleyball Coaching Staff 💙💛

HMS brought home 1st place in the 5th/6th grade division at today’s regional chess tournament!
A huge congratulations to Finn, who went undefeated all day and earned the 1st place individual trophy! What an incredible accomplishment!
We are so proud of our students for their focus, strategy, and sportsmanship. #HMSPride #Checkmate #Champions


HMS Science Club is headed on a Field Trip to WonderWorks on March 18th!
Don’t miss this hands-on, interactive adventure. For more information or to grab a permission slip, see Mr. Ditmanson or Ms. Still.
Let’s make science come alive! 🚀✨

Through collaboration between Mrs. Benton’s Accelerated Language Arts class and Mrs. Beardsley’s EAST class, students are applying problem-solving skills and working together to manage the system and monitor plant growth.
The boys are also stepping into leadership roles by teaching younger students about hydroponics and how to build their own system using recycled materials.
This week, they will be planting tomatoes, cucumbers, cilantro, and peppers. Stay tuned for updates as their project continues to grow.




Tonight our entire band program, from 7th grade through 12th, will take the stage for our 2026 Pre-Assessment Concert. This is a very special night, as it is the only concert all year when every ensemble in our program performs at the same event!
Event Details:
When: Tomorrow, March 3rd
Time: Doors open at 6:15 PM | Concert begins at 6:30 PM
Where: Harrison High School Performing Arts Center
Admission: Free!
Why Your Attendance Matters: The 8th grade band, High School Concert Band, and High School Symphonic Band will be competing in the ASBOA Region VI Concert Assessment on March 14th. This assessment is the musical equivalent of our annual state testing, and our students have been working incredibly hard to prepare.
Performing for a live audience tonight is a crucial part of their preparation. We would love to have a full house to cheer them on and give them the best possible practice run before their assessment!
Thank you for your continued support of our band program. We look forward to seeing you there.

Our 8th-grade Menu Adventure students just wrapped up a two-week knife skills unit that was a total cut above the rest!
After perfecting their technical knife skills using student-made playdough, these young chefs stepped into the kitchen lab to master the real deal. The grand finale? A high-stakes Charcuterie Challenge where students created stunning displays of meats, cheeses, and fruits.
The best part — our school staff served as official judges, casting votes for their favorite boards based on presentation and technique. It was easily one of the most popular (and delicious!) assignments of the year!
We are so proud of the focus, creativity, and teamwork these students brought to the kitchen! 👏✨
#MenuAdventure #CTE #FutureChefs #KnifeSkills #CharcuterieChallenge #HandsOnLearning #MiddleSchoolMagic #StudentSuccess
Yesterday, Mrs. Wollick had three choral groups assessed at the ARKCDA Region Choral Performance Assessment hosted at HHS — and we are thrilled to share that ALL THREE choirs earned a Division 1 (highest rating) plaque for both their stage performance and sight-reading!
This is no small feat and reflects countless hours of hard work, preparation, and dedication. We are so proud of our HMS choir students and Mrs. Wollick for representing our school with excellence.
If you see a choir student today, be sure to congratulate them on a stellar performance!
Congratulations, Mrs. Wollick, for your continued dedication to our students and for setting such a high standard for music education in our district. We are lucky to have you! 🎼✨
#HMSPride #Division1 #ChoirExcellence
