PHS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, May 8th

LUNCH: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Spiced Apples, Hot Roll & Milk

*** PLEASE NO CHARGING MEALS IN MAY ***  (However, please know no child will ever be refused a school meal)  This allows us to close out the school year in a timely fashion.  We ask all outstanding charges be fully paid prior to the end of school, please contact Patty Moore if you need to discuss your account.   

There was a black tuxedo vest left at prom.  If you are missing one it is here in the office!

CHARACTER TRAIT:  Commitment - “motivation is what gets you started; commitment is what keeps you going.”

SENIORS:   We still have several  orders from Jostens in the office.  Orders must be paid in full. If you need to know your balance we have that information also.

GENERAL NEWS

ALL Library books should be turned in by May 11th.

Student Council Representative Elections will be Friday, May 11th.  Paperwork will be available Monday, April 30th.  Deadline for paperwork is Wednesday, May 9th.

AP Exam Test Schedule:  Be in testing room at 7:45

May 7th - AP Chemistry

May 9th - AP English Lit

May 11th - AP US History

May 14th - AP Biology in Room 109 at BRTC

May 15th - AP Calculus in Mrs. Miller’s room at PJHS

May 16th - AP English Lang in Rooms 106, 107, 118 at BRTC

May 17th - AP World History in Rooms 106, 107, 118 at BRTC

Semester Tests for Sophomores & Juniors:

May 17th - 6th & 7th periods and any missing assignments

May 18th - 3rd, 4th & 5th periods…. Makeup tests for 6th & 7th and any missing assignments

May 21st - 1st & 2nd periods… Makeup tests for 3rd, 4th & 5th and any missing assignments

Pocahontas Public Schools will conclude the 2017-2018 school year on Wednesday, May 23, 2018. Students will return and receive their final report cards in addition to participating in various activities and/or programs at their respective schools. Students will be released early with Alma bus riders being dismissed at approximately 12:00 P.M. and all other bus riders at 12:15 P.M. Lunch will be served prior to dismissal. The staff, administration, and board wish all students an enjoyable summer vacation!

SUMMER SCHOOL:  June 18th - 22nd from 8:00-3:00 in the Junior High bldg

Be A Difference Maker Summer Camp!  June 18th - June 22nd from 8:00-12:00.  Being held at PJHS. Registration forms are due May 11th and in your email.   

Driver's Education - Driver's Ed will be offered at PJHS for Students at PJHS and PHS. on the following dates:  Tuesday, May 29th, Wednesday, May 30th,Thursday, May 31st, Friday, June 1st,  and Saturday, June 2nd (and/or Monday June 4th). 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m (1 hour lunch break).  Only 12 seats available.  Must have driver's permit and $200.00 paid to the PJHS office to be place on the Class list.  (checks should be dated May 29th and will be deposited on the first day of class). Please see Mrs. Meigs in the Jr. High Office.

 

 

PHS Clothing Closet ~~~~~ Visit The Clothing Closet!!

Students may take whatever they need. The closet is frequently refilled with new/used things so visit often! "The Closet" is located in the Kitchen Home Economics Building. One door remains open for student convenience. Many coats & scarves have been recently donated! If students or parents need to visit the closet before/after school or on the weekend, please contact Mrs. Steimel – lori.steimel@pocahontaspsd.com.  Names are kept confidential!!

**** Check out Mrs. Stewart's Career Connections website for upcoming dates/deadlines related to college and events being held on the PHS campus. http://phsredskins.weebly.com/

Tutoring: Literacy with Mrs. Bass (includes all other areas) on Tuesday and Thursday each week. Tutoring is after school from 3:30-4:30.

Please note the adjustment to the math tutoring schedule… Mrs. Steimel will only tutor as needed.  Mrs. Murray and Mr. Helms tutoring sessions are the same.

Math Tutoring 3:30-4:30 Tuesday-Thursday of each week!

Murray: Monday *****  Helms: Tuesday & Thursday *****  Steimel: as needed

CLUB NEWS

SENIOR NEWS

REMINDER:  If you are taking a College Day (college tour, interview, etc. you must get a form from the office and have it signed by Mrs. Hogan and a parent. The form must be turned into the office prior to the day of your visit.  You also must bring back a note from your college day for verification. IF A COLLEGE DAY FORM IS NOT TURNED IN PRIOR TO THE VISIT IT WILL NOT BE AN EXCUSED ABSENCE.

Remember as you are applying to attend post-secondary schools you must complete a PHS Transcript and Records Release Form to schools you are considering.  Mrs. Hogan has attached this document and sent to your email account. Please remember

Just a reminder that if you have received a scholarship from a 2 year, 4 year, or educational assistance from having joined the military I need your form no later than April 9th.  This form is needed for end of the year activities if you want to be recognized. If you lost your form or did not get one during the senior meeting you may stop by or email me for one.

If you plan to attend Harding University, ASU - Searcy Campus, ASU- Beebe Campus, or ASU - Heber Springs Campus please note the opportunity to for a $250 textbook scholarship, a $150 book rental scholarship, and $100 book rental scholarship.  Details are in your email. Forms must be received by May 31st.

$2000 Accuplan Scholarship….visit https://www.accuplan.net/scholarship-promo.htm for more information..  Must apply by May 31, 2018.

BRTC will now be offering the Academic Incentive Scholarship to students who have a composite ACT score of 19-23.  This scholarship will be in the amount of $250 per semester and is renewable up to four semesters provided the recipient completes a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester and maintains a cumulative GPA of 2.0.  In order to receive the Academic Incentive Scholarship, the student will need to complete the Application for Admissions and Scholarships and be accepted for admissions at BRTC.

News from the Counselor…

Just a reminder to each of you, the PHS Counselor webpage is up being updated daily. -  Information contained within the site contains: Announcements, Senior Timelines, ACT Information, Applying for College, Financial Aid, Links to Arkansas Colleges, Helpful Tips for Students, NCAA Registration, Scholarship Info, and Selective Service .    The link to the site is: https://goo.gl/SSg2VI

JUNIORS:  A-State offers campus visits twice a day Monday- Friday.  Sign up for a campus visit at www.astate.edu/visit.  See what it is like to be a Red Wolf.

PHS GT Students:  The University of Central Arkansas in Conway is hosting the Arkansas and the World: Model United Nations Summer Camp for GT high school students entering grades 10 - 12.  The camp will be held on July 15-20, 2018. Application deadline for the camp is May 15th.

To learn more about it at:  http://uca.edu/politicalscience/model-united-nations/arkansas-and-the-world/

DAILY NEWS…

TUESDAY  5/8

Arkansas Civics Exam for Juniors … There will be rosters posted in the morning on the office window.  Testing will begin at 8:00 a.m.

Livestock Show meeting for FFA members wanting to show in the summer and fall at 6 PM in the Agriculture Building.  

Starting Today: All Art I semester I art students wanting to pick up their art and folders may do so before school, before 4th hour, and after school until the last of school. All art and folders left after the last day of school will be disposed of!

WEDNESDAY  5/9

Senior Semester Testing - 6th & 7th periods and any missing assignments

AP English Lit Test @ 8:00 a.m. in Room 106 at BRTC.  Be there at 7:45

There will be an FFA Officer Meeting at 12:05.

THURSDAY  5/10

Senior Semester Testing - 3rd, 4th & 5th periods…. Makeup tests for 6th & 7th and any missing assignments

PRIDE Team Performance  @ 2:30 in the PHS gym. Students go directly to the gym.

FRIDAY  5/11

Senior Semester Testing - 1st & 2nd periods… Makeup tests for 3rd, 4th & 5th and any missing assignments

Last day for Seniors who have completed all assignments, tests and do not have failing grades.

AP US History Test @ 8:00 a.m. in Rooms 106, 107, 118 at BRTC.  Be there at 7:45

1:30 p.m.  Baccalaureate practice at BRTC

SATURDAY  5/12

SUNDAY  5/13

Baccalaureate @ 2:00 p.m. at BRTC…. Bring cap & gown and be there by 1:45

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 14th - Make up tests for 1st & 2nd periods

May 14th - SpEd Track & Field Day

May 14th - Athletic Banquet @ 6:00 p.m.

May 15th - Senior Honors & Awards Program - 7:00 p.m. at MD Williams

May 18th - Graduation practice 9:00 a.m. - Bring cap and gown for class photo

Graduation 8:00 p.m. @ Schoonover Stadium (weather permitting) ….. (Seniors are to be dressed in the Math/Science hall by 7:50)