The South Conway County School District is proud to celebrate Ms. Regina Long, who was named the 2026 Conway County Citizen of the Year by the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce!
Ms. Long is a retired librarian and educator who dedicated many years to serving the students, families, and staff of the South Conway County School District. Her commitment to education, her heart for serving others, and her love for our community have made a lasting difference in so many lives.
While Ms. Long may have retired from education, her influence and service continue to reach far beyond our school walls. This recognition reflects the impact one person can make through a life of loving, serving, and caring for people.
❤️🐾 Ms. Long, we are so proud of you! Thank you for the difference you have made in our district and continue to make throughout Conway County. You are a wonderful example of what it means to be a BEACON OF HOPE for others!
Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
#LoveServeCare4People #ProudToBeADevilDog #ConwayCountyCitizenOfTheYear #BeaconOfHope #CommunityExcellence
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🎉🏆 CONGRATULATIONS, BRAYDEN SHEPHERD! 🏆🎉
The South Conway County School District is proud to celebrate Morrilton High School senior Brayden Shepherd for being recognized as one of the 2026 Conway County Youth Citizens of the Year by the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce!
This is an outstanding honor, and we are incredibly proud of Brayden for representing Morrilton High School and our Devil Dog Family!
Recognition like this reminds us of the importance of developing young people who not only strive for personal success but also understand the value of character, leadership, service, and making a positive difference in the lives of others.
We also want to congratulate Brayden’s parents, Russell and Darlene Shepherd, on this special recognition. Thank you for the love, encouragement, and support you have provided along his journey!
Brayden, we are proud of you and excited about what your future holds! Continue to lead, serve, and make a difference wherever life takes you!
❤️🐾 It’s a GREAT day to be a Devil Dog!
#LoveServeCare4People #ProudToBeADevilDog #YouthCitizenOfTheYear #DevilDogPride
The South Conway County School District is proud to celebrate Morrilton Intermediate School for being part of the team recognized with the 2026 Community Project of the Year Award by the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce!
The award-winning project, "Picture America: Celebrating America's 250th Birthday via Post Office Murals," brought together students, educators, the University of Central Arkansas (UCA), and community partners to celebrate our nation's history and heritage.
Congratulations to Mr. Blake Reeves, Principal Chandra Egger, Dr. Aida Kuettle, and the students and staff of Morrilton Intermediate School for their contributions to this outstanding community project!
❤️ This is part of being an ENVIRONMENT OF EXCELLENCE! When schools, universities, and community partners work together toward a shared purpose, we create meaningful opportunities for students to learn, grow, collaborate, and accomplish more than they ever thought possible.
This project represents more than beautiful murals. It represents the power of partnerships, the importance of community pride, and the incredible things that happen when we work together for the benefit of our students and community.
Thank you to UCA and all the individuals and community partners who helped make this project possible!
We are proud that our students and staff had the opportunity to contribute to something so meaningful while celebrating America's 250th birthday!
🐾❤️ Together, we are building an environment of excellence and becoming a BEACON OF HOPE for our community!
#LoveServeCare4People #ProudToBeADevilDog #EnvironmentOfExcellence #PictureAmerica #America250 #CommunityProjectOfTheYear
The South Conway County School District is incredibly proud to celebrate Kurtsy Spivey, who has been named the 2026 Educator of the Year by the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce! ❤️🐾
This recognition is so well deserved!
Kurtsy has a tremendous heart for students and a passion for helping every child reach their full potential. She sets high expectations, challenges students to accomplish more than they ever thought possible, and inspires those around her to continue growing.
That is what creating an ENVIRONMENT OF EXCELLENCE is all about! It is about establishing a culture where people are encouraged, challenged, supported, and inspired to rise higher than they would on their own.
Kurtsy exemplifies what it means to Love, Serve, and Care for People through her dedication to students, her commitment to excellence, and the positive influence she has on those around her.
👏 Congratulations, Kurtsy! Thank you for making a difference and for helping make our schools a beacon of hope for every scholar!
#LoveServeCare4People #ProudToBeADevilDog #EducatorOfTheYear #EnvironmentOfExcellence #ExcellenceInEverything
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"A commitment to improvement requires the courage to confront your weaknesses." — Angela Duckworth
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"Improvement begins when we become willing to examine what we cannot yet do well." — Angela Duckworth
Don't forget! Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 a.m.
Remember to set your clocks back one hour before bed Saturday night!
Enjoy that extra hour of sleep, Devil Dog Family! 🐾
#LoveServeCare4People #ProudToBeADevilDog #FallBack
1. Sr. FB vs. Pea Ridge (Sr. Night) - 7:00 p.m.
"Consistency over time is one of the defining characteristics of achievement." — Angela Duckworth
1. The Grand Event @ MJHS 11:00 a.m.
"Greatness is developed through ordinary actions practiced with extraordinary consistency." — Angela Duckworth
1. State VB Tournament vs. TBD @ Bauxite - 2:00 p.m.
"Effort turns talent into skill, and effort turns skill into achievement." — Angela Duckworth
1. State VB Tournament vs. Pottsville @ Bauxite - Noon
"Grit means staying committed to what matters most, even when the journey becomes difficult." — Angela Duckworth
1. State VB Tournament vs. Pocahontas @ Bauxite - Noon
2. 7th FB vs. Beebe @ Home - 5:00 p.m.
3. Little Women @ H.B. White Auditorium - 7:00 p.m.
"A commitment to improvement requires the courage to confront your weaknesses." — Angela Duckworth
1. Regional VB Tournament @ Devil Dog Arena - TBD
“Focus on the process of what it takes to be successful.” — Nick Saban
This report highlights our district's progress, accomplishments, programs, finances, and operations during the 2025–2026 school year.
Among the highlights:
• SCCSD earned an overall B rating
• Morrilton Junior High earned an A for the third consecutive year
• Morrilton Elementary and Morrilton Primary improved to B letter grades
• Our students continued to grow through Advanced Placement, college and career readiness, athletics, academics, fine arts, and many other opportunities
We are proud of the progress represented in this report, grateful for the dedication of our students and staff, and committed to continuing to improve for every child we serve.
📖 View the full 2025–2026 Annual Report to the Public here:
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Love People. Serve People. Care for People.
#LoveServeCare4People #DevilDogExcellence #SCCSD
Congratulations to Morrilton Intermediate School, ranked #54 out of 643 middle schools in Arkansas by U.S. News & World Report!
🏆 TOP 9% IN ARKANSAS — APPROXIMATELY THE 92ND PERCENTILE STATEWIDE!
This outstanding achievement reflects the intentional efforts of our students, teachers, staff, administrators, and families who work together every day to help our children learn, grow, and achieve!
Excellence doesn't happen by accident! It results from high expectations, effective instruction, strong relationships, and people who genuinely care about children.
Congratulations to Principal Chandra Egger and the entire MIS family! Thank you for your dedication to our students and for continuing to be a beacon of hope in our community!
It's a GREAT day to be a Little Pup!
#LittlePupExcellence #LoveServeCare4People #MorriltonIntermediate #LittlePupPride
Morrilton Junior High School has been ranked #37 out of 643 middle schools in Arkansas by U.S. News & World Report!
That places MJHS in the Top 6% of middle schools in the state and around the 94th percentile statewide — an outstanding accomplishment!
This recognition reflects the hard work of our students, staff, administrators, and families. We are proud of Morrilton Junior High School's strong tradition of excellence and grateful to everyone who helps make student success possible each day.
Congratulations to the entire MJHS family on this incredible honor!
#DevilPupExcellence #LoveServeCare4People #MJHS #DevilPupPride
Come out and support our talented performing arts students as they bring the beloved story of *Little Women* to life on stage!
🎟️ **Performance Dates & Times:**
- Thursday, October 22 | 7:00 PM
- Saturday, October 24 | 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
- Monday, October 26 | 7:00 PM
📍 **Location:** Dr. H.B. White Auditorium
🎟️ **Admission:** $5 Adults | $3 Students
Our students have worked hard preparing for these performances, and we encourage our families and community to come enjoy a wonderful production while supporting the performing arts in our school district!
❤️ Let's fill the auditorium and show our students how much we appreciate their talents, dedication, and hard work!
#LoveServeCare4People #MorriltonDevilDogs #LittleWomen #PerformingArts #SCCSD
