Brown Local Schools

👑🏈 2026 Malvern Fall Homecoming Court 🏈👑

On Friday, September 25th, we proudly recognized the 2026 Malvern Fall Homecoming Court during the home football game!

Congratulations to all of this year’s attendants and, of course, our 2026 Homecoming King and Queen, Charles Grady Barkley and Whitney Smith! 👑

🌟 Freshman Attendants: Caitlyn Mitchell & Liam Moody
🌟 Sophomore Attendants: Ayanna Strain & Jaxson Simmons
🌟 Junior Attendants: Aniya Long & David Furney
🌟 Senior Attendants: Skye Harmon & Tyler Witherow
👑 Homecoming Queen: Whitney Smith
👑 Homecoming King: Charles Grady Barkley

Congratulations, 2026 Homecoming Court! 👑

Caitlyn is the daughter of Sonny and Jennifer Mitchell. At school, Caitlyn is a member of the volleyball, basketball, and cheerleading teams. Caitlyn is also a member of Big Brothers Big Sisters. In her free time, Caitlyn enjoys hanging out with her friends and family, going out on the boat, cheering at football games, going to church, shopping, and spending time outdoors.

Liam is the son of Gary and Pam Moody. At school, Liam is a member of the football and basketball teams. In his spare time, Liam enjoys hanging out with his friends and family and going to McDonald's with Bryson. Liam Moody.

Ayanna is the daughter of Ray and Latoia Strain. At school, Ayanna is a member of the basketball team, as well as Big Brothers Big Sisters and Foreign Culture Club. Ayanna is also a member of the United Group at Faith Family Church. In her spare time, Ayanna enjoys doing nails, playing pickleball, shopping with her friends, spending time with her family, and attending church events.

Jaxson is the son of Lance and Jenny Simmons. At school, Jaxson is a member of the football, basketball, and track teams. Last winter, Jaxson was a member of the State Final Four basketball team. Jaxson is also a member of Big Brothers Big Sisters, Foreign Culture Club, Student Activities, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. In his spare time, Jaxson enjoys reading, hanging out with his friends, attending church regularly, working out with his father, and spending time with his family.

Aniya is the daughter of Tyrrea White. At school, Aniya is a member of the varsity basketball team. Aniya attends R.G. Drage for Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Outside of school, Aniya enjoys spending her time hanging out with her friends and family, playing and watching basketball, drawing, and cooking delicious meals.

David is the son of Dave and Veronica Furney. At school, David is a member of the basketball team that made a run to the State Final Four last winter. David is also a member of Big Brothers Big Sisters, Peer Partners, Student Council, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Outside of school, David enjoys spending his free time in the gym playing basketball, hanging out with his friends and family, listening to music, and traveling.

Skye is the daughter of Kerry Strouble and Steve Harmon. At school, Skye is the Vice President of both the National Honor Society and the National Art Honor Society. Skye is also a member of the volleyball team, where she is a captain, the basketball team, and the softball team. Skye is a member of Peer Partners, the Lighthouse Team, and Student Council. Outside of school, Skye enjoys binge-watching TV shows, shopping with her friends, and golfing with her boyfriend, Jordin. After high school, Skye plans to study nursing at Aultman College.

Tyler is the son of Jeremy and Stephanie Witherow. Tyler is a member of the Malvern High School Marching Band and Theater. Tyler is also a member of the National Honor Society and the National Art Honor Society. In his free time, Tyler enjoys watching paint dry and beating around the bush. After high school, Tyler plans to attend art college.

Whitney Smith is the daughter of Mike and Kathy Earl. Whitney is a member of the volleyball, basketball, and cheer teams. Whitney is a four-year letter winner in both volleyball and basketball. Whitney is also a member of Her Club, Peer Partners, Student Council, and Pep Club. Outside of school, Whitney enjoys spending time with her family and friends, shopping, going out on the lake, playing volleyball, and hanging out with her dog. After graduation, Whitney plans to attend college and eventually go on to law school.

Grady Barkley is the son of Ben and Suzie Barkley. He is a proud member of both the football and basketball teams. Last winter, Grady helped lead the basketball team to the State Final Four. Grady is also an active member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Outside of school, he enjoys working at Rocky’s, spending time out on the lake, and hanging out with his friends and family. He also enjoys playing sports, working out, and cheering on his favorite sports teams. After graduation, Grady plans to attend college and pursue a degree in Business Marketing.

Today is: Wednesday
September 30, 2026
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance

7th grade top stingers will go to Bellstores today, 6th grade will go tomorrow. You can check the list for your name in the breakout area.

A representative from Herff Jones will be here Thursday at 10:00 to speak to seniors about your graduation caps and gowns

There will be a meeting at 9:00 on Thursday for Juniors to discuss ACT and graduation requirements

Good luck to middle school volleyball team vs Strasburg

Today for lunch: Stuffed crust pizza, baked beans and fresh fruit along with many other options