Viola School District

There will be a called meeting of the Viola School Board at 5pm, Tuesday, July 22nd on the school campus in the administration building board room. The agenda is for personnel matters only.

On Wednesday, July 23rd at 11:30, the Viola School Board will have a work session in the schools cafeteria. The school board and other members of the community will see a demonstration from it's food service management company School Eats.

Please join us on July 24, 2025 for new student orientation and get ready for an exciting new school year! It will be held in the High School Office from 4-7 PM. Please be sure to bring your child's Social Security card, birth certificate, immunization records, and any previous school information that you have.

Please call the High School Office at 870-458-2213 for more information, or to schedule an alternate time to get your child registered for the upcoming school year.

The July meeting of the Viola School Board is being moved to Wednesday, July 9th at 6:30pm in the the boardroom of the administration building.

Viola Schools has posted the new state cell phone policy on our school website. It can be found in the "District" drop down menu on the home page, Here is a link to the document: https://5il.co/3jhk6

The June meeting of the Viola School Board is being moved to Thursday, June 19th at 6:00pm in the the boardroom of the administration building.

Please join our livestream for our Mechanically Challenged Balloon Warfare. The championship tournament matches will start about 10:00 AM. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/live/yU8chcb-qYY?si=aFUcJvOkX_id_IMR

The Viola School District is accepting bids for the 2025-2026 school year for the following: Gas/Diesel and Propane Service. Bids should be submitted by noon on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2025, to the Superintendent's Office. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact us at 870-458-2323. Bids can be emailed to kyle.mccarn@violalonghorns.org

Please join our livestream for our Mechanically Challenged Balloon Warfare. The qualification matches will start about 10:00 AM. Here is the link:https://www.youtube.com/live/BIFJcI4JWws?si=zmtkASwohQVS-ECm

Friendly reminder that our Annual Balloon Warfare Robotics Camp will be held next week! Registration is from 8:30 am to 9 am on Monday for any elementary student entering 3rd grade and up! Contact Sandra Cooper for more information: sandra.cooper@violalonghorns.org We would love to see everyone there!

We are starting practice for our tennis beginners. If you are interested in tennis but cannot attend, please contact Kandie Walker at 870-307-9637.

Gale Mize is excited to join the Longhorn family as the next School Counselor. Originally from Mountain Home, AR, Gale holds a BSBA from the University of Phoenix, as well as a Master's in Teaching and School Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas. Outside of school, Gale enjoys spending time with family, especially the grandbabies, and loves camping, fishing, hunting, and traveling. Gale looks forward to being a part of the Longhorn family.

I just want to take a moment and say thank you to the elementary staff for recognizing me during the retirement luncheon for the others. It was completely unexpected. I have really enjoyed my time here at Viola, and I will miss everyone.

Austin Gardner is proud to call Viola his lifelong home. Born and raised in the community, Viola has always held a special place in his heart. He and his wife, Jessica, feel grateful to be raising their two children, Bryson and Zoey, in the very place where their roots run deep. Family, sports, and the outdoors have always played a central role in Austin’s life. His involvement in athletics growing up inspired him to pursue a degree in education, with the goal of becoming both a teacher and a coach. Now, as he steps into the role of head coach for the Viola Longhorns, Austin considers it an incredible honor—a dream come true. He and his family are excited to be part of the Longhorn family and look forward to growing alongside the team and the community. Hook ’Em!

ATTENTION BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS There will be a Jr High and Sr High boys basketball meeting on June 2nd in the Viola main gym. We will have a short meeting and then have a practice so bring practice clothes. A summer schedule with practice and camp dates will be handed out during this time. All boys basketball players that will be in grades 7-9 in the 2025-2026 school year will meet at 12:30 and be done by 2:30. All boys basketball players that will be in grades 10-12 in the 2025-2026 school year will meet at 2:30 and be done by 4:30. Please reach out to Coach Gardner if you have any questions at (870) 371-2683. Thank you!

May 23rd marks our last day of school. Wishing everyone a restful and enjoyable summer break. Stay safe and take care!

Congratulations to our Viola School District retirees! Your years of service, commitment, and passion have helped shape generations of students and strengthen our school community. We are truly grateful for the countless hours you've dedicated—inside the classroom and beyond. Your legacy of excellence, kindness, and leadership will continue to inspire us all. Thank you for everything you've done. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten!

VHS Book Club presents: The Longhorn Summer Reading Challenge of 2025! Avoid the summer slump by keeping those pages turning, and win prizes when school starts back in the fall. All instructions for joining the challenge are included in the photo and links below: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17fDsL3l7J37WDNx_0HGpb_r0wn5n5xVppNDSCoKAEFc/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1esQV5UVko7-_a8vjBbnaewbAFbQ3E0PmIN2DrV70I3Y/edit?usp=sharing This challenge is available for all incoming 7th-12th grade students at Viola High School. Have a great summer! Any questions: Email Mrs. Guffey at taylor.guffey@violalonghorns.org.

Reminder: Elementary awards will be held tomorrow, May 22nd, at 9:00 AM in the high school gym for grades 1st–5th.

Join the Viola Athletics Department for an unforgettable day on the green at the Longhorn Scramble, happening June 28, 2025, at the stunning Turkey Mountain Golf Course! This isn't just another golf tournament — it's a full day of fun, friendly competition, and Longhorn pride! Grab your team, show your support for Longhorn Athletics, and compete for awesome hole prizes and surprises along the way. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the good times, you won’t want to miss this exciting event. Let’s rally together and make it a day to remember!

Shelby Harris is excited to be the new Head Softball Coach and Head Volleyball Coach at Viola. A graduate of Mountain Home, Arkansas, she is proud to return to this part of the state to pursue her passion for coaching and working with student-athletes. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Pk-12 Health and Sports Science Education from Northwestern Oklahoma State University and is nearing completion of her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. Coaching has been a passion of hers since high school, and she has had the opportunity to coach softball and volleyball at the high school level across Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. Each experience has helped shape her coaching philosophy and enhanced her ability to connect with athletes at all levels. Outside of her professional life, Shelby has been married to her husband for three years. When she’s not on the ball field or tending to their horses, she enjoys relaxing with her dogs and a good book. She is looking forward to a great year and to becoming a part of the Viola community. Go Longhorns!