Arnett High School hosted its annual Beta Club induction ceremony on Friday, November 15, at 10:30 a.m. The Beta Club, a respected national organization, recognizes students for their dedication to academics, leadership, and service.
The ceremony began with a warm welcome from Lincoln Coleman, John Campbell, and Nicolas Sant'Anna. This year’s new members, Riah Latta, Jasmine Smith, and Brooklyn Vincent, were officially inducted into the club.
The current Beta Club officers are President Landree Parsons, Vice President Landry Bayless, Secretary Cadie McCracken, Treasurer Harley Shoaf, Reporter Breclyn Suthers, and Senior Representative Abbie Boyd. These leaders play an important role in guiding the club’s activities.
A video recap of the 2023-2024 Beta Club activities was shared, highlighting the club’s accomplishments. Allie Tune introduced the guest speaker, Morgan Davis, a 2018 graduate of Arnett High School and the 2017-2018 Beta Club secretary. Davis, now a licensed esthetician and spa manager, delivered an inspiring speech, sharing personal experiences and encouraging students to focus on their goals.
The ceremony also featured a beautiful piano solo by Eli Coykendall, introduced by Hadley Brooks. Closing remarks were made by Madison Haney and Bristen Robertson, who reflected on the event and the values of the Beta Club.
The induction ceremony celebrated the achievements of new and current members while reinforcing the club’s mission of academic excellence and community service. The Arnett Beta Club is poised for another impactful year ahead.
The sixth-grade class at Arnett School is brewing up excitement once again with the return of their coffee shop, The Coffee Cat. After participating in their third annual Shark Tank event, Mrs. Dearing’s 6th-grade math students secured funding to kickstart their business, which will run from December 2 through December 19.
As part of the Shark Tank project, students developed and presented business ideas to a panel of local "sharks." This year’s panel included Rusty Royal, Lisa Friesen, Bryan Shoaf, Monty McMurphy, and Ted Miller. The students, acting as budding entrepreneurs, pitched their coffee shop idea and requested startup funds to turn their vision into reality.
The Coffee Cat received three offers from the sharks but ultimately accepted a deal from Farmers and Merchants Bank. The bank offered $300 in exchange for 15% ownership of the business.
The sixth graders plan to use the proceeds from their coffee and hot chocolate sales to purchase Christmas gifts for underprivileged children in the community. The project not only teaches students about entrepreneurship, math, and teamwork but also emphasizes the importance of giving back.
The Coffee Cat will serve coffee and hot chocolate from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. starting December 2, and continuing through December 19. Community members and parents are encouraged to support the initiative while enjoying a warm drink for a good cause.
This creative and hands-on learning experience combines business skills with compassion, making a positive impact both in and out of the classroom.
Inductee Riah Latta and Vice President Landry Bayless
Inductee Jasmine Smith and Vice President Landry Bayless
Inductee Brooklyn Vincent and Vice President Landry Bayless
Guest Speaker Morgan Davis
Mr. Friesan adjusts Eli Coykendalls tie before he performed at the Beta Inductions.
6th Graders with the “Sharks” Back Row L- R Monty McMurphy, Ted Miller, Lisa Friesen, Rusty Royal, Middle Row - Emerie Goff, Landon McCartor, Crew Watson, Andrew Cutsinger, Raylie Latta, Lexi Gaisford, Aliyah Wadsworth, and Bryan Shoaf Front Row L-R Nevan Swanson, Audia McIntyre, Avalina Barnett, and Norah Bryant
Andrew Cutsinger, Crew Watson, and Landon McCartor present the class's business model to the sharks. Avalina Barnett (far left) used her computer skills to show different graphs and sheets that the boys needed while presenting.
Mrs Dearing discusses with her class the three offers that were laid on the table. Ultimately they decided to go with a deal from Rusty Royal and Lisa Friesen at Farmers and Merchants Bank. They traded 15% of their company for $300. They will use the $300 for startup money for their company “The Coffee Cat.”