Pocahontas School District

We are requesting community input regarding Early Release Wednesdays. Please take a few moments to complete the following form: 👉 https://forms.gle/yJbm7To3zD543RMdA Your feedback is valuable and will assist us to better meet the needs of our students, families, and staff. We appreciate your time and continued support of our schools.

The Pocahontas Trap Team traveled to the Jonesboro Shooting Complex this week to compete in a YSS-format tournament.

We had two Senior High teams competing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 25 teams and advanced to bracket play, where they were eliminated in the first round. The White Team competed well but did not place in the top 16 to advance.

Our Junior High teams also had a strong showing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 19 teams and advanced to bracket play, falling in the first round. The White Team placed 16th out of 19 and also made it to bracket play.

We are proud of the effort from all of our shooters and look forward to competing this Saturday in Corning!

Due to a downed power line across the road, a portion of the building at M.D. Williams Intermediate School is currently without power, internet, and phone service. Crews are working to resolve the issue as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding while service is being restored. Updates will be shared as they become available.

Today we celebrate the care, compassion, and dedication of our school nurses. ❤️

Thank you for the countless ways you support our students and staff each day—providing comfort, care, encouragement, and a safe place for so many. From scraped knees to steady reassurance, your impact reaches far beyond! We are grateful for all you do to help keep our schools healthy, supported, and ready to learn.

Happy National School Nurse Day!

📅 2026–2027 School Calendar Update Pocahontas School District is excited to share an important update for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year calendar. In an effort to better support student learning and staff collaboration, a new schedule adjustment has been built into the calendar: On weeks with five full student contact days, students will be released early on Wednesdays at 1:45 PM. Clarification: If a week includes fewer than five student contact days (such as a four-day week or a week with a holiday), dismissal will follow the regular schedule. On full five-day student contact weeks, early dismissal at 1:45 PM will occur every Wednesday. Important Details: Students who require or utilize district-provided transportation will remain on campus until regular dismissal time. During this time, supervised academic opportunities and activities will be available for students. This adjustment is designed to provide dedicated time for meaningful academic support, enrichment opportunities for students, and professional collaboration among staff. We believe this addition will strengthen the overall educational experience for our students while supporting our staff in delivering the highest quality instruction. Thank you for your continued support of Pocahontas School District and our commitment to student success.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Presley Agee on an outstanding achievement! 🎉

Presley was selected as one of just 10 Region 8 students—out of more than 500 applicants and two rounds of judging—to be named a KAIT Community Scholar.

As part of this honor, she has been awarded a $10,000 scholarship to Arkansas State University!

This recognition speaks to Presley’s hard work, character, and dedication both in and out of the classroom. We are proud to celebrate this incredible accomplishment and can’t wait to see all that lies ahead.

Congratulations, Presley!

Game Day Update

⚾ Baseball travels to Walnut Ridge today
🕞 3:30 PM

🥎 Softball hosts Hoxie in Pocahontas
🕟 4:30 PM

Regional brackets will be shared soon—please be on the lookout for that information.

The Redskin Legacy Walk is happening TOMORROW at 12:30 PM at Schoonover Stadium. We’ll be celebrating our Kindergarteners and Seniors—where it all begins and where it all comes full circle. 🎓 Come out and join us!

Please be advised that the School Board Work Session has been moved to Tuesday, May 5 at 5:30 p.m. We appreciate your understanding and continued engagement.

Happy Principal Appreciation Day to our incredible principals! Your commitment to our students, staff, and community does not go unnoticed. You lead with vision, support with purpose, and create environments where learning and growth thrive.

Thank you for the countless decisions, long hours, and steady leadership you provide—today and every day. We are proud to have you leading the way at Pocahontas School District.

🍎 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎

Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our students fueled, cared for, and ready to learn each day—our amazing cafeteria staff!

From early mornings to busy lunch periods, they serve with kindness, consistency, and a smile, making a difference in the lives of our students far beyond the lunch line.

We are grateful for all they do to support our schools and our students every single day. Be sure to take a moment to thank a School Lunch Hero today!

🎓 Decision Day 2026 🎓

Join us TOMORROW as we celebrate the Class of 2026 and their exciting next steps!

📍 High School Gym
🕘 8:45 AM

Our seniors have been working hard to plan for their futures—whether that includes college, career, military, workforce, or other pathways—and we can’t wait to recognize their achievements and commitments.

Come out and help us honor their journeys and cheer them on as they take the next step beyond Pocahontas High School!

Both our baseball and softball teams have officially punched their tickets to the regional tournament! ⚾ Baseball Update: The team will compete in the district finals today at 4:30 PM at Gosnell, taking on Brookland. 🏃‍♂️ Track Update: Our Senior High Boys Track Team earned Conference Runner-Up at yesterday’s meet. We’re proud of all of our athletes and the way they represent our school and community!

The Pocahontas School District has a long-standing commitment to ensuring that all students have access to nutritious meals each day. We do not deny any student breakfast or lunch, regardless of their account balance. Families who may need assistance are encouraged to apply for free or reduced-price meals through the state meal assistance program. Applications must be completed annually, beginning in July, to maintain eligibility. When a student does not have an approved application on file, the cost of meals is applied to their account. To keep families informed, the district provides regular updates regarding meal account balances in multiple formats. Parents can easily access their students account and pay any outstanding balance at ezschoolpay.com/login.aspx We believe consistent communication allows families to address any balances in a timely manner. Each year, we are grateful for the generosity of community members who choose to help reduce student meal debt. As part of our ongoing practice, donated funds are first applied to senior student accounts—unless a specific student is designated—so that participation in end-of-year activities and celebrations is not impacted. As of April 2026, the total outstanding meal debt in the Pocahontas School District is approximately $30,000. If you are interested in contributing to this effort, tax-deductible donations may be made by contacting the Superintendent’s Office or Ms. Victoria Pratt. We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting our students and ensuring their needs are met each day.

Big-time accomplishments on the track & field stage! Please help us congratulate these incredible athletes: ✨ Dean Overman – Conference Champion in Pole Vault ✨ Carter Couch – Conference Champion in Discus ✨ Jacalyn Chester – Conference Champion in Discus We’re proud of you for representing Pocahontas at the highest level!

🚨 We’re Hiring at Pocahontas School District! 🚨

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students every day!

Current Open Positions:

• English Teacher (PJHS)
• Volleyball Coach w/Flexible Teaching Assignment (PJHS)
• Dyslexia Interventionist (certified) – PES
• Elementary Instructional Facilitator K–6
• SpEd Teacher – Resource (MDW)
• SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS)
• SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PES)
• SpEd Resource Paraprofessional (MDW)
• SpEd 1:1 Paraprofessional (PES)

At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered environment where educators and staff can thrive. If you’re passionate about impacting students and being part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today: https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/page/careers

The Canoe Bus and the Fish Bus will be double-routed this afternoon. They will run about 30 minutes late for drop off. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation.
If you need to make transportation changes due to the delay, please contact your students' building office before 2:30.

We’ve got a full slate of action today—come out and support our teams! ⚾️ Baseball Schedule 🕑 2:00 PM – Westside vs. Gosnell 🕓 4:00 PM – Winner of Game 1 vs. Brookland 🕕 6:00 PM – Highland vs. Pocahontas 🥎 Softball Schedule 🕑 2:00 PM – Pocahontas plays ➡️ With a win, back at 4:00 PM vs. Brookland 🏃‍♂️ Track & Field 📍 Conference Meet happening today at Brookland

Senior Roxy Shoe has spent the year serving as a State Officer for FFA—something that hasn’t been done by a Pocahontas student since Mr. Joe Washburn! She recently delivered her retiring address, led a session at the State FFA Convention, and represented Pocahontas with excellence every step of the way. We are incredibly proud of you, Roxy. You’ve set the bar high and represented our school and community so well!

Tonight’s band concert is canceled and will be rescheduled for a later date. Thank you for your understanding.