A big THANK YOU to the Randolph County Fair Board for stepping in and allowing PHS to use the fairgrounds during Friday’s Homecoming weather situation!
Having a safe, covered area for our Homecoming floats made a huge difference as we waited out the weather and adjusted plans for the parade.
We are incredibly grateful for community partners who are always willing to lend a hand when we need it. Thank you, Randolph County Fair Board, for helping us keep Homecoming moving!
Homecoming Week may have kept us busy, but we couldn’t let this one go unrecognized!
Last week was National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible custodians across Pocahontas School District!
They’re often working behind the scenes, but the difference they make is seen every single day. From keeping our schools clean and welcoming to helping wherever they’re needed, we’re incredibly thankful for all they do for our students and staff.
We appreciate our PSD custodians — today and every day! ❤️🤍
PES - Jason Moore
MDW - Dennis Roush • Russell Evans • Hunter Roberts
PJHS - Steven Hull • JT Pratt
PHS - Shane Pratt • Kim Lewis
DISTRICT-WIDE - Rhyne Pratt
Thank you for all you do for PSD! ❤️🤍
Last week was National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible custodians across Pocahontas School District!
They’re often working behind the scenes, but the difference they make is seen every single day. From keeping our schools clean and welcoming to helping wherever they’re needed, we’re incredibly thankful for all they do for our students and staff.
We appreciate our PSD custodians — today and every day! ❤️🤍
PES - Jason Moore
MDW - Dennis Roush • Russell Evans • Hunter Roberts
PJHS - Steven Hull • JT Pratt
PHS - Shane Pratt • Kim Lewis
DISTRICT-WIDE - Rhyne Pratt
Thank you for all you do for PSD! ❤️🤍
HOMECOMING CORONATION — LIVE STREAM
Can’t join us in person? Tune in LIVE for the 2026 PHS Homecoming Coronation beginning at 12:45 PM today!
Watch live here: https://www.youtube.com/live/qWEysJP9UHY?si=BG7xVXfdNfVMEqgs
HOMECOMING UPDATE
Homecoming Coronation will take place inside the PHS Gym at 12:45 PM today.
Parents and guests attending Coronation are asked to sit on the home side of the gymnasium. Coronation will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person with a link shared soon.
We are continuing to monitor weather conditions for the Homecoming Parade and will share an update as soon as a decision is made.
Thank you for your patience as we adjust today’s Homecoming activities around the weather!
🏈 Homecoming is TOMORROW! 🏈
We have a fun day of Homecoming activities planned, with Homecoming Coronation scheduled for 12:45 PM!
🌧️ All Homecoming activities are WEATHER PERMITTING. With rain in the forecast, we will adjust throughout the day and move activities inside or outside as conditions allow.
Following Coronation, we’ll transition into the Homecoming Parade as weather permits, then make our way back to PHS for the Homecoming Pep Rally! 📣
Our plans may have to shift a little, but we’re ready to make the most of Homecoming Friday! ❤️🤍
Stay tuned for any updates or changes throughout the day.
📣 HOMECOMING SHIRT UPDATE
Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Homecoming shirts have been delayed. They are expected to arrive by noon tomorrow and will be distributed as soon as they arrive.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding! ❤️🤍
🏈❤️ Homecoming festivities are happening TONIGHT! ❤️🏈
Start at 4:00 PM with a tour of PHS and take one more walk through the halls as we celebrate The Final Chapter of our current high school building.
Then, stay for the Homecoming Tailgate and enjoy the activities, food, and time together with our Redskin community!
🔥 We’ll finish the evening at the Bonfire, joined by our Redskin football players, cheerleaders, band, and more as we get ready for Friday night!
Come for the tour, stay for the fun, and celebrate Homecoming with us! ❤️🤍
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin!
Start at 4:00 PM with a tour of PHS and take one more walk through the halls as we celebrate The Final Chapter of our current high school building.
Then, stay for the Homecoming Tailgate and enjoy the activities, food, and time together with our Redskin community!
🔥 We’ll finish the evening at the Bonfire, joined by our Redskin football players, cheerleaders, band, and more as we get ready for Friday night!
Come for the tour, stay for the fun, and celebrate Homecoming with us! ❤️🤍
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin!
📣 Early Release Wednesday is TODAY!
Students will dismiss early today at 1:45 PM. Please review these campus-specific reminders:
🔴 PES: Five car lanes will be used, departing in order 1–5. Student checkouts should be completed by 1:15 PM.
🔴 MDW: Use the outer two lanes of the horseshoe. Walkers to the church and funeral home will be released at 1:35 PM.
🔴 PJHS: Use the inner two lanes of the horseshoe. Families picking up from both MDW and PJHS should use the MDW lanes.
🔴 PHS/PJHS: Please watch for the new traffic flow on Benbrock and follow posted directions.
🚗 Please remain in your vehicle, have car tags ready where applicable, and follow staff directions.
Thank you for helping us keep Early Release Wednesday running safely and smoothly!
Students will dismiss early today at 1:45 PM. Please review these campus-specific reminders:
🔴 PES: Five car lanes will be used, departing in order 1–5. Student checkouts should be completed by 1:15 PM.
🔴 MDW: Use the outer two lanes of the horseshoe. Walkers to the church and funeral home will be released at 1:35 PM.
🔴 PJHS: Use the inner two lanes of the horseshoe. Families picking up from both MDW and PJHS should use the MDW lanes.
🔴 PHS/PJHS: Please watch for the new traffic flow on Benbrock and follow posted directions.
🚗 Please remain in your vehicle, have car tags ready where applicable, and follow staff directions.
Thank you for helping us keep Early Release Wednesday running safely and smoothly!
❤️🤍 THE FINAL CHAPTER | 1980s & 1990s 🤍❤️
This Friday night, we’re continuing our celebration of the generations who have called Pocahontas High School home!
During the October 2nd Homecoming football game, we will recognize PHS alumni from the 1980s and 1990s as part of The Final Chapter of our current high school building.
If you graduated from PHS during the ’80s or ’90s, we hope you’ll come home, reconnect with old friends, and be part of a special Homecoming night at Pocahontas.
And don’t forget — ALL alumni are also invited to join us Thursday beginning at 4:00 PM for walkthrough tours of PHS, followed by our Homecoming Tailgate and Bonfire!
Two decades. A lot of memories. One more chance to celebrate the place where so many of them began. ❤️
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin.
This Friday night, we’re continuing our celebration of the generations who have called Pocahontas High School home!
During the October 2nd Homecoming football game, we will recognize PHS alumni from the 1980s and 1990s as part of The Final Chapter of our current high school building.
If you graduated from PHS during the ’80s or ’90s, we hope you’ll come home, reconnect with old friends, and be part of a special Homecoming night at Pocahontas.
And don’t forget — ALL alumni are also invited to join us Thursday beginning at 4:00 PM for walkthrough tours of PHS, followed by our Homecoming Tailgate and Bonfire!
Two decades. A lot of memories. One more chance to celebrate the place where so many of them began. ❤️
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin.
Our PHS seniors had a great time participating in Why Apply Day, organized by Mrs. Swann and Mrs. Stewart!
The day was all about encouraging our seniors to think about what comes next, explore their options, and take those next steps toward life after high school.
A great day with the Class of 2027! ❤️🤍
💛 GOLD OUT GAME | TOMORROW 💛
Join us tomorrow beginning at 4:30 PM as we GO GOLD at the Pocahontas volleyball game in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness!
Fans are encouraged to wear GOLD and help us fill the stands in support of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
💛 Concession stand proceeds will benefit our school’s Make-A-Wish fund, and a donation bucket will also be available for anyone who would like to contribute.
Come out, wear your gold, support our Lady Redskins, and help us make a difference! 🏐💛
Join us tomorrow beginning at 4:30 PM as we GO GOLD at the Pocahontas volleyball game in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness!
Fans are encouraged to wear GOLD and help us fill the stands in support of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
💛 Concession stand proceeds will benefit our school’s Make-A-Wish fund, and a donation bucket will also be available for anyone who would like to contribute.
Come out, wear your gold, support our Lady Redskins, and help us make a difference! 🏐💛
THE FINAL CHAPTER | A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE
Calling all Pocahontas High School alumni! As part of Homecoming Week, we're inviting you to revisit familiar hallways, reconnect with classmates, and celebrate the memories that make PHS so special.
Join us Thursday, October 1, beginning at 4:00 PM for walkthrough tours of Pocahontas High School as we celebrate The Final Chapter of our current building.
🏈 Make an evening of it! Stick around after your tour for our Homecoming Tailgate and Bonfire festivities! It's a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and celebrate our Redskin traditions.
Let's make a few more memories before we close this chapter!
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin! ❤️🤍
Calling all Pocahontas High School alumni! As part of Homecoming Week, we're inviting you to revisit familiar hallways, reconnect with classmates, and celebrate the memories that make PHS so special.
Join us Thursday, October 1, beginning at 4:00 PM for walkthrough tours of Pocahontas High School as we celebrate The Final Chapter of our current building.
🏈 Make an evening of it! Stick around after your tour for our Homecoming Tailgate and Bonfire festivities! It's a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and celebrate our Redskin traditions.
Let's make a few more memories before we close this chapter!
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin! ❤️🤍
❤️🏈 COME HOME TO SCHOONOVER TONIGHT!
Tonight, we’re celebrating more than Redskin football. As part of The Final Chapter, we’re welcoming home and recognizing PHS alumni from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s!
We invite our alumni, families, friends, and entire Redskin community to join us for a special night celebrating the generations who helped shape Pocahontas High School and the traditions we still carry today.
Come reconnect, reminisce, cheer on the Redskins, and help us honor a special part of PHS history.
📍 Schoonover Stadium
🏈 Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Spread the word, call your classmates, and join us tonight!
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin. ❤️🤍
Tonight, we’re celebrating more than Redskin football. As part of The Final Chapter, we’re welcoming home and recognizing PHS alumni from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s!
We invite our alumni, families, friends, and entire Redskin community to join us for a special night celebrating the generations who helped shape Pocahontas High School and the traditions we still carry today.
Come reconnect, reminisce, cheer on the Redskins, and help us honor a special part of PHS history.
📍 Schoonover Stadium
🏈 Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Spread the word, call your classmates, and join us tonight!
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin. ❤️🤍
BUS ROUTE UPDATE
Please be advised that the CANOE and FLOWER bus routes will be double routed this afternoon and are expected to run approximately 30 minutes late.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
💉 SCHOOL FLU CLINICS
Flu vaccination clinics will be held at Pocahontas School District in October.
📅 October 7: Pocahontas Elementary & M.D. Williams Intermediate
📅 October 8: Pocahontas Junior High & Pocahontas High School
Consent packets will be sent home with students in the coming days. Parents/guardians who would like their student to receive a flu vaccine during the school clinic must complete and return both the flu consent form packet AND the FERPA form.
Please be watching for these forms to come home with your student this week!
Flu vaccination clinics will be held at Pocahontas School District in October.
📅 October 7: Pocahontas Elementary & M.D. Williams Intermediate
📅 October 8: Pocahontas Junior High & Pocahontas High School
Consent packets will be sent home with students in the coming days. Parents/guardians who would like their student to receive a flu vaccine during the school clinic must complete and return both the flu consent form packet AND the FERPA form.
Please be watching for these forms to come home with your student this week!
Pocahontas High School recently held its National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, recognizing students for their achievements in scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
Congratulations to our newest NHS members, and a special recognition to our returning members for their continued dedication and commitment to excellence!
We are proud of each of you and look forward to seeing the positive impact you continue to make!
Class group photos will be added soon!
Early Release Wednesday is TODAY!
⏰ Early dismissal begins at 1:35 PM for PES and MDW car riders utilizing the church and funeral home pickup locations. All other early release dismissal is at 1:45 PM.
🚌 Buses will run at their regularly scheduled times. Students remaining on campus will participate in supervised educational activities.
Thank you for your continued cooperation!
📢 EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY REMINDER!
Pocahontas School District will have Early Release Wednesday tomorrow, September 23, at 1:45 PM!
-Please communicate dismissal plans in advance.
-Have car tags ready and follow staff directions during pickup.
-Student checkouts should be completed by 1:15 PM.
-Buses will run at their regular times, and students remaining on campus will participate in supervised educational activities.
Thank you for your continued cooperation!
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin!
As we continue celebrating The Final Chapter of Pocahontas High School, we're inviting generations of Redskins to return home and be part of this special year!
This Friday, September 25, we're recognizing PHS alumni from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s at our home football game!
We invite all graduates from these decades to join us for an evening of Redskin football, reconnecting with old friends, and celebrating the memories and traditions that have made PHS so special.
Throughout the evening, we'll recognize these generations and celebrate their lasting place in the history of Pocahontas High School.
Join us Friday night at Schoonover Stadium, with kickoff set for 7:00 PM!
Help us spread the word to your former classmates, family members, and friends! We can't wait to welcome you home.
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin! ❤️
As we continue celebrating The Final Chapter of Pocahontas High School, we're inviting generations of Redskins to return home and be part of this special year!
This Friday, September 25, we're recognizing PHS alumni from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s at our home football game!
We invite all graduates from these decades to join us for an evening of Redskin football, reconnecting with old friends, and celebrating the memories and traditions that have made PHS so special.
Throughout the evening, we'll recognize these generations and celebrate their lasting place in the history of Pocahontas High School.
Join us Friday night at Schoonover Stadium, with kickoff set for 7:00 PM!
Help us spread the word to your former classmates, family members, and friends! We can't wait to welcome you home.
Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin! ❤️
🎓 SENIOR ADVISORY COUNCIL
Members of the Senior Advisory Council recently sat down with Superintendent Dr. Lance Arbuckle for a great conversation about their senior year and their experiences at Pocahontas School District.
These meetings give our seniors an opportunity to share their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives directly with district leadership while having meaningful conversations about their school experience.
We appreciate our seniors for taking the time to share their voices and represent the Class of 2027!
Members of the Senior Advisory Council recently sat down with Superintendent Dr. Lance Arbuckle for a great conversation about their senior year and their experiences at Pocahontas School District.
These meetings give our seniors an opportunity to share their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives directly with district leadership while having meaningful conversations about their school experience.
We appreciate our seniors for taking the time to share their voices and represent the Class of 2027!
