Ouachita River School District

Ouachita River School District is a local government educational entity located in Mena, Arkansas, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since July 28, 2009, with a current registration valid until November 18, 2025. As a U.S. local government and school district, the organization serves the educational needs of students in the Mena area, providing comprehensive public education services. The district is recognized as a federal grant recipient, primarily focusing on educational support and improvement programs for students across various academic and developmental domains.

The school district has received multiple federal grant sub-awards primarily from the Department of Education in Arkansas, covering a wide range of educational initiatives. These grants include programs focused on school safety, student support, academic enrichment, special education services, and nutrition. Specific grant categories include the School Violence Prevention Program, Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) program, special education services for students with disabilities, teacher quality improvement initiatives, and the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The district has also received COVID-19 related emergency relief funds to address pandemic impacts on education. Additional grant purposes include supporting rural districts' educational progress, providing professional development for teachers and administrators, funding after-school and summer school tutoring programs, enhancing educational technology, and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students. The grants consistently aim to improve student achievement, provide materials and supplies, engage parents in education, and support comprehensive educational development across multiple dimensions.