MDW School Nurse: Tiffany Gugle, 870-892-4573 ext. 2020
PJHS School Nurse: Ragan Gott, 870-892-4573 ext. 3020
PHS School Nurse: Tracy Gholson, 870-892-4573 ext. 4020
📢Community Informational Meeting📢
The Pocahontas School District invites all community members to join us for a public informational meeting about the 2025 Millage Campaign.
🗓 Tuesday, September 9
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Pocahontas Community Center
The purpose of this meeting is to provide clear information about the proposed millage and to give our community the opportunity to ask questions and share their voice. We encourage families, guardians, and community members to attend and be part of the conversation.
Celebrating All Workers! Thank you for your hard work and dedication. Enjoy your weekend!!
The Pony Bus is running a little behind this afternoon as they had to make an unexpected detour while in route. They are now back to the scheduled drop off locations, but may run 5-10 minutes late
📣Redskin Academy is back!📣
We are excited to announce that enrollment is now open for the Redskin Academy After school Program, funded by a 21CCLC federal grant.
✨ Students will enjoy:
✅ A daily snack
✅ Academic enrichment & homework help
✅ Fun activities
✅ Placement in the RCA House System for teamwork and fun
📝 100 spots available! Previous attendees will receive priority placement. Parents will be notified of enrollment before the program begins on September 8th.
👉 Scan the QR code in the flyer or click here to sign up: https://forms.gle/13ZfbGgoyQ5YP4Yt5
We can’t wait for another great year at Redskin Academy!❤️🖤
🚍 We’re Hiring – Transportation Department 🚍
The Pocahontas School District is seeking a dedicated and reliable team member to join our Transportation Department.
Position Highlights:
✔️ 6.5-hour workdays
✔️ 240-day contract
✔️ Teacher Retirement benefits included
Key Responsibilities:
-Perform fueling, cleaning, and light maintenance of buses
-Oversee organization and supplies in the transportation shop
-Collaborate with bus drivers and administration effectively
-Troubleshoot and support mechanical needs
Preferred Qualifications:
-Class B CDL (or willingness to obtain)
-Strong mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills
-Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
Employee Benefits:
-Teacher Retirement
-Bonuses
-School Insurance
-Vacation time after 1st year
To apply, please visit our website here: Pocahontas Public School District
🎙New School Year, New Updates🎙
This school year brings important updates across Pocahontas Public Schools, and we want every family to be informed.
We’ve put together a podcast-style info clip to break down all the updates in a clear, easy-to-listen format.
🎧 Listen here: PSD Updates
✅ Stay informed
✅ Hear the “why” behind the changes
✅ Get tips for a smooth school year
Grab a cup of coffee, hit play, and get caught up on everything you need to know!
Join us for the Senior High benefit football game on Thursday, August 21st at 7:00 PM🏈
Come cheer on your Redskins as they take the field! All proceeds will go toward the AAA catastrophic insurance fund.
🎟 Admission: $5 tickets for students and adults. No athletic passes will be accepted.
Students arrived safely at school, and the day is continuing as normal.
Safety is always our top priority, and we appreciate the quick response of our transportation staff and local first responders. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
🚨Important Traffic Update🚨
Improvements have been made to the "horseshoe" parking lot involving Pocahontas Junior High and M.D. Williams Middle School. There will be one bus lane and three car drop off/pick up lines. Please refer to the graphic below for traffic flow purposes.⬇
Click here for more information.
We are committed to transparency and community engagement throughout this process. Over the coming weeks, we’ll share detailed information about what this means for our district, how it impacts our community, and how you can get involved.
Have questions? We want to hear from you! Email your questions, comments, and concerns here: PSDmillage@pocahontaspsd.com
Stay tuned here for updates, community meeting dates, and opportunities to learn more.
Together, we can invest in a stronger future. Pocahontas students deserve it too.
We’re excited to see our students and families at Open House and on the First Day of School. All the dates and times you need are listed below — we’ll see you soon!
👉 Interested? Contact Courtney Throesch at courtney.throesch@pocahontaspsd.com. Help us make a difference together!
The Pocahontas School District will be closed Today, August 7th, and Tomorrow, August 8th. We will resume normal operations on Monday, August 11th.
Congratulations to Tonya Hutsell on earning the Merit designation through Arkansas’s Merit Teacher Program! She is one of nine educators in our district recognized for their exceptional performance and commitment to student achievement.
📣 Important Update for the 2025–2026 School Year 📚
Pocahontas School District will begin enforcing the new Arkansas Bell to Bell, No Cell Law (Act 122), starting in the 2025–2026 school year. This state law prohibits students from using or possessing personal electronic devices during the entire instructional day — from the first bell to the last.
🚫 Devices NOT allowed during the school day include:
-Cell Phones
-Wireless Earbuds
-Smart Watches & Bluetooth Devices
-Digital Media Players
-Portable Game Consoles
-Audio/Video Recorders
📌 During school hours, students must:
-Keep all personal devices off or silenced
-Store devices out of sight (in a backpack or vehicle)
-Refrain from using devices in any part of campus, including classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and the cafeteria
✅ Exceptions will be allowed for:
-Emergencies (as determined by administration)
-After-school extracurricular activities
-School-issued devices for instruction
-IEP/504 accommodations
-College or concurrent credit classes requiring device use
-Special events, with administrative approval
⚠️ Violations will result in disciplinary action, which may include:
-Device confiscation
-Parent notification
-Additional school-level consequences
Thank you for partnering with us to promote a more focused and distraction-free learning environment for all students.
For questions or more information, please contact your student’s building administrator.
