The Mena Middle School Faculty and Students are showing their support and encouragement for the MMS 7th Grade Math teacher , Mrs. Karen Larson who is currently under going chemotherapy treatment for cancer. Students and teachers have been participating in “Turban Tuesday” to show their support for Mrs. Larson by donating a dollar every Tuesday and wearing a hat, scarf or turban to school for the day. All proceeds go to Mrs. Larson to help with travel expenses. The first grade level to reach $500.00 will get to choose between MMS Principal, Mr. Hobson, Coach Alexander, Mr. Johnson, Mrs. Elizabeth Tompkins or Mrs. Tish Cox to shave their head to show their support for Mrs. Larson.
About Author
Jeri Pearson
Jeri is the News Director for Pulse Multi-Media and Editor of The Polk County Pulse. She has 10 years of experience in community focused journalism and has won multiple press association awards.
More Stories
The Ouachita Trading Post 2026 Halloween Coloring Contest
The Ouachita Trading Post 2025 Halloween Coloring Contest
ASP issues warning on Safer Internet Day