A big congratulations is in order for our poultry judging team! They were just named the Arkansas 4-H STATE CHAMPION Poultry Judging Team 2025! They have punched their ticket to compete at nationals in Louisville this fall. Way to go girls! We are so proud of you!
Registration for incoming kindergarteners is happening now at Izard County STEM Elementary School. Families interested in registering their child can stop by any time during regular school hours. The elementary will host a formal event on Wednesday, April 23rd. Families who stop by on the 23rd from 8:30-9:00 am will be able to tour the kindergarten classrooms, meet the teachers, get a swag bag, and have a photo opportunity.
Children must turn five on or before August 1, 2025 to enter kindergarten in the upcoming school year.
Quinn Johnson, Olivia Spray, Makensie Yancey, and Gabe Spray have all been named to the Top 5 Players in 2A Basketball by the Arkansas Basketball Coaches Association (ArBCA)!
What a year these Cougars have had... congratulations to you all! We are so proud of you!
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Congratulations to Coach David Harmon who has been named the 2A Girls Basketball Coach of the Year by the Arkansas Basketball Coaches Association (ArBCA)!
We are so proud of you and thankful for your leadership, Coach Harmon!
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Reminder to families with a Class of 2025 Senior📣 This Friday is the last day to order a senior recognition ad in the yearbook! Seniors have been given another copy of the information sheet with available ad sizes and prices.
We are less than two weeks away from the 3rd annual Bigs & Lils Ball, hosted by the ICHS Future Business Leaders of America. If you've not yet ordered your tickets, be on the lookout for an order form in your kiddos take home folder, or contact Mrs. Jackson.
Cougars Triumph Over Tuckerman
With a final score of 12-8, the Cougars defeated conference opponent Tuckerman this evening!
The Cougars were the first to get on the board when Cash Arnhart hit a solo homerun to centerfield. Izard County lost the lead for the rest of the first inning, but it didn't last long. The Cougars flipped the game on its head in the top of the second, scoring five runs on two hits to jump back ahead 6-3. The biggest blow of the inning was a double by Xander McCandlis that drove in to.
Xander McCandlis earned the win for Izard County. He gave up six hits and four runs (three earned) over five innings, striking out five and walking three. Cash Arnhart appeared in relief for the Cougars.
Izard County tallied 11 hits in the game. Braxton McCandlis led the Cougars with three hits in four at bats. Cash Arnhart and Braxton McCandlis each drove in two runs for IC. Noah Mosley collected two hits in five at bats.
Way to work tonight, Cougars!
Lady Cougars Fall To Tuckerman On Walk-Off
Izard County Lady Cougars fell to Tuckerman Lady Bulldogs 4-3 on the final play of the game. The game was tied at three in the bottom of the eighth when Tuckerman hit a sacrifice fly, scoring one run.
The Lady Cougars got on the board in the third inning after Hollie Johnson drew a walk, scoring one run.
Megan McBride took the loss for Izard County Lady Cougars. The pitcher went seven and one-third innings, surrendering three runs on 15 hits, striking out nine and walking two.
Makensie Yancey and Reese Johnson each collected two hits for Izard County Lady Cougars. Reese Johnson, Willow Warden, and Quinn Johnson each drove in one run for Izard County Lady Cougars.
The Lady Cougars play at home tomorrow against Heber Springs Varsity.
Today's #CougarSeniorSpotlight post goes to upcoming graduate, Michael Riggs.
Michael plans to completing his certification for welding and then finding a good-paying job. He says that his favorite memory of his time as a Cougar has been making it to the State Tournament for Bowling. His most impactful teachers have been Mr. Blankenship and Officer Brett... "Mr. B has taught me how to weld and Officer Brett taught me to be a better me."
Michael, we'll certainly miss your positivity and kindness throughout the halls of ICHS. We wish you all the best!
📚🌎 Register Now for FREE Academic Summer Camp: Eco-Warriors Edition! 🌱📚
This summer, your child can become an Eco-Warrior! Our Academic Summer Camp is packed with exciting activities focused on sustainability and conservation. From hands-on projects to outdoor adventures, students will learn how to care for our planet while having fun—all at NO COST! 🌟
🚌 Transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be provided.
🗓 Who: ICC students entering Preschool through 8th Grade in the 2025-2026 school year
📍 Where: Izard County Elementary School
⏰ When: 8AM - 12PM
Week 1: June 16-20
Week 2: June 23-27
Week 3: July 14-18
Week 4: July 21-25
📋 How to Register:
👉 Click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lAJXF1x5zIA8ytyP8R-J9dBUcFDn1j2YrgyWlabcVlg/edit?usp=sharing
Big week ahead in Cougar Sports! We've got a lot of baseball and softball, a couple of track meets, a Peewee basketball night, and the annual Senior Showcase. You've got plenty of opportunities to support our student-athletes this week!
There is a little rain in the forecast this week, and as always, we'll post any schedule updates/changes due to weather just as soon as we know about them, so check back often!
Have a great week, Cougar Nation!
Congratulations to the Izard County Cougars and Lady Cougars for their rankings in the final state basketball poll in the Arkansas Democrat Gazette today! The State Champion Lady Cougars finished No. 1 and the Cougars were No. 4. Also, congratulations to Junior Olivia Spray for making the Super Six to Watch in 25-26 on the All Arkansas Preps Team!
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We are excited to announce that Izard County STEM School District has received a $5,000 Emerson Grant! Additional details will be released soon.
The Cougar Baseball team hits the field today in the Forrest T. Wood - Wood Bat Classic hosted by Flippin at Norfork. They play Heber at 12:00 and Norfork at 4:00. Take advantage of this beautiful day and go watch some baseball!
Go Cougars!
We move the #CougarSeniorSpotlight to upcoming 2025 graduate Josie Lynn Morgan!
Josie is in the Cougar Band and BETA Club and is a member of the Quiz Bowl and Lady Cougar Softball teams. She's also the Vice President of FBLA.
When asked about her favorite memory, she said it was attending the 2025 BETA Convention trip. Her favorite teacher is band director, Mr. Phillips. She said, "He always pushed me in the right direction, and was the key person in my journey of learning and performing music."
Congratulations, Josie! We wish you all of the best in your next journey!
Today we'll kick off our #CougarSeniorSpotlight series in which we'll highlight each Senior from the class of 2025 between now and graduation. We start with Hollie Johnson!
Hollie is an active student at ICHS. She plays both volleyball and softball. In volleyball she has been named to the All-State tournament team and Baxter Bulletin All-Area Team. In softball she has been named All-Conference. She is also a member of the CHASE and FBLA organizations.
When asked about her favorite memory as a part of Cougar Nation, she says it's making it to the State Tournament.
After graduation, Hollie plans to begin college to become a Physical Therapy Assistant.
We're proud of you, Hollie! We look forward to seeing what all you accomplish in your next chapter.
*If you're a senior and haven't filled out your senior spotlight google form yet, please do so soon! Reach out to lindsey.helm@iccougars.org if you have any questions!
We've got a few quiet days in Cougar Athletics this week... but this weekend our baseball and softball teams will be back on the fields. Check out their schedules here!
Revised peewee schedule for this Saturday!
Kick off spring break by cheering on your favorite peewee basketball players this Saturday!
Post-season honors have been announced for the 2A State Champion Lady Cougars!
We're proud of you, girls!
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