Pocahontas School District

Dr. Lance Arbuckle recently completed a 20-month leadership development program designed to deepen expertise in governance, instructional leadership, and future-focused system leadership. Dr. Arbuckle shared, “Great districts don’t stand still - and neither should their leaders. This experience strengthened my commitment to ensuring every decision we make is grounded in what is best for children and aligned to the future our community wants for them. I’m leaving with fresh perspectives, deeper connections, and a continued commitment to our students and communities.” #NCE2026

A warm salute to our nation's great leaders - Happy Presidents' Day

Our Have a Heart Wish-A-Thon is happening now at the four-way stop at N. Park & Pyburn! Our students and staff are out there representing Pocahontas School District with big hearts and a shared goal — helping grant life-changing wishes through Make-A-Wish. If you’re out and about today, consider driving by, giving a honk, or making a donation. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you for always showing up for our kids and our community. 💫

The Camel Bus will be double routed this afternoon and will run about 45 minutes late. If you need to make transportation changes, please contact your building office no later than 2:30. We appreciate your understanding.

💙⭐ Pocahontas Schools Supporting Make-A-Wish ⭐💙
Pocahontas School District is working toward becoming a Make-A-Wish Sponsor School, and we’re inviting our community to be part of something special.

Tomorrow, February 13, we will be at the 4-Way Stop at N. Park & Pyburn collecting donations throughout the day.

While the Have a Heart Wish-A-Thon is taking place across the Mid-South, donations collected at our location will directly benefit Pocahontas School District as we work toward reaching our goal.

If you’re able, please stop by and support this meaningful effort. Together, we can make a lasting impact right here in our own community. 💙

To keep our school day centered on teaching and learning, Pocahontas School District will not accept Valentine’s Day deliveries for students, including flowers, balloons, gift baskets, or other items.

This ensures we protect valuable instructional time, prioritize campus safety, and maintain consistency across all district buildings.

We appreciate your understanding and partnership in supporting a focused, positive learning environment for all students.

Thank you for your continued support.

The Camel Bus will be double routed this afternoon and will run about 45 minutes late. If you need to make transportation changes, please contact your building office no later than 2:30 today!

🏆❤️ PHS FBLA Shines at Spring Conference! ❤️🏆

Our students competed Friday at BRTC during the FBLA Spring Conference — and every single participant qualified for State! 👏

We’re proud to celebrate:

🥉 Evin Kerley – 3rd, Healthcare Administration
🥉 Lillian Corder – 3rd, Event Planning
🥉 Presley Agee – 3rd, Public Speaking
🏅 Emily Grabs – 5th, Public Service Announcement
🥉 Mariah Warfield – 3rd, Future Business Educator

PHS FBLA was also awarded 3rd Place for Largest Chapter in District II, accepted by FBLA President Dar Burger.

Next up ➡️ State Leadership Conference | April 7–8

Way to represent Pocahontas with excellence, leadership, and Redskin pride! ❤️

👑 Miss Redskin Pageant – Deadline March 2!

Applications are available in your building office.
Entry fee is $25 (plus $5 optional photogenic).
Checks payable to REDSKIN CHEER. Turn in to your school office or Ms. Nead by Monday, March 2.

📅 Pageant: Saturday, March 7
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Pocahontas Junior High Gym

We were honored to welcome Sidney Moncrief to our school, where he shared an inspiring and motivational message with our students. His words encouraged perseverance, character, and believing in yourself — lessons our students will carry with them.

A huge thank you to Ms. Pat Johnson with the Eddie Mae Herron Center for making this incredible opportunity possible. We are grateful for community partners who invest in our students and help create meaningful, memorable experiences.

Moments like this matter❤️

🎉 National School Counseling Week 🎉 This week, we’re celebrating the incredible school counselors who support our students every single day — academically, socially, and emotionally. Please join us in thanking Bridget Phelps, Cynthia Oaks, Kalob Welch, Lindsay Stewart, and Charla Jones for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping our students succeed.

Good news! Our maintenance and custodial crews have worked diligently to clear ice from roofs, overhangs, parking lots, and walkways. The campus is safe and ready to welcome students back. School will be in session tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3. We are incredibly grateful to our maintenance and custodial team for their dedication and hard work in ensuring our buildings are safe for students and staff. Their commitment to our school community does not go unnoticed. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!

While travel conditions have improved, ice remains on parts of our parking lots and school buildings, including roofs and overhangs. With temperatures expected to rise tomorrow, falling ice poses a risk to students and staff during arrival, dismissal, and outdoor transitions. Out of an abundance of caution, school will be closed tomorrow while custodial & maintenance crews continue to address these conditions. Student safety is always our top priority, and we appreciate your understanding as we take the necessary steps to ensure a safe return.

📣 Basketball Schedule Update Due to winter weather, tonight’s games vs. Highland have been postponed, as well as tomorrow’s games vs. Brookland. Please refer to the graphic below for updated information. Thank you for your understanding.

Pocahontas School District will be closed on Friday, January 30. Friday’s Highland basketball games and Saturday’s Brookland games have been postponed, as well. Updates will be shared when available.

Pocahontas School District will be closed on Thursday, January 29 due to road conditions.

🏀Schedule Update🏀 Thursday’s basketball games have been rescheduled to Friday! 📅 Friday, January 30 📍 Home vs. Highland Rebels 🕓 Games begin at 4:00 PM Order of play: • Junior Girls • Senior Girls • Junior Boys • Senior Boys New night. Same energy. Let’s pack the gym and bring the noise!

🔥🏀 Game Night at Home 🏀🔥 This Thursday, January 29, we host the Highland Rebels for a four-game showdown! 🕓 Games begin at 4:00 PM Order of play: • Junior Girls • Senior Girls • Junior Boys • Senior Boys Bring the energy. Pack the stands.

Pocahontas School District will be closed on Wednesday, January 28 due to road conditions.

📣 Boys Basketball Update Due to inclement weather, tonight’s boys basketball games vs. Brookland have been postponed.