Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible bus drivers of the Pocahontas School District!
Each day, our drivers are among the first to greet our students and the last to send them home safely. They do so much more than drive a route—they build relationships, offer a smile, provide encouragement, and ensure that every student’s day starts and ends with care.
Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, their dedication never goes unnoticed. We are grateful for the patience, commitment, and heart they bring to our district every single day.
Please join us in thanking our amazing bus drivers for the vital role they play in keeping our students safe and supported.
Each day, our drivers are among the first to greet our students and the last to send them home safely. They do so much more than drive a route—they build relationships, offer a smile, provide encouragement, and ensure that every student’s day starts and ends with care.
Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, their dedication never goes unnoticed. We are grateful for the patience, commitment, and heart they bring to our district every single day.
Please join us in thanking our amazing bus drivers for the vital role they play in keeping our students safe and supported.
📣 Band Concert Announcement 🎶
The Beginning Band and High School Concert & Awards Ceremony will kick off tonight at 6:00 PM in the Junior High Gym!
Then, join us again tomorrow at 6:00 PM in the Junior High Gym for the 7th & 8th Grade Band Concert.
Come out and support our talented student musicians as they showcase their hard work and celebrate a great year!
The Beginning Band and High School Concert & Awards Ceremony will kick off tonight at 6:00 PM in the Junior High Gym!
Then, join us again tomorrow at 6:00 PM in the Junior High Gym for the 7th & 8th Grade Band Concert.
Come out and support our talented student musicians as they showcase their hard work and celebrate a great year!
The last day to check out books from the library is May 1, 2026. All library books must be returned by May 8, 2026.
We are proud of our students who participated in Solo & Ensemble recently at Highland High School. Their hard work, preparation, and dedication to their craft were evident in their performances.
Congratulations to all students who earned Superior and Excellent ratings—your commitment to excellence and growth in music is something to be celebrated.
Thank you for representing Pocahontas with pride!
Congratulations to all students who earned Superior and Excellent ratings—your commitment to excellence and growth in music is something to be celebrated.
Thank you for representing Pocahontas with pride!
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our schools running smoothly every single day—our Administrative Professionals!
From welcoming families and supporting students to keeping everything organized behind the scenes, their impact is felt in every building across our district. We are so grateful for their dedication, care, and commitment to Pocahontas Schools.
Please join us in thanking:
Adrian Casey, Cindy Futrell, Maddie Adams, Randi Rief, Caitlin Tweedy, Sarah Gott, Natalie Ruple, Kathy Fisk, Dianna Johnson, Kim Guthrie, Dina Radcliff, Brittany Bridgeforth, and Amanda Snyder.
Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do for our students, staff, and community each day.
From welcoming families and supporting students to keeping everything organized behind the scenes, their impact is felt in every building across our district. We are so grateful for their dedication, care, and commitment to Pocahontas Schools.
Please join us in thanking:
Adrian Casey, Cindy Futrell, Maddie Adams, Randi Rief, Caitlin Tweedy, Sarah Gott, Natalie Ruple, Kathy Fisk, Dianna Johnson, Kim Guthrie, Dina Radcliff, Brittany Bridgeforth, and Amanda Snyder.
Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do for our students, staff, and community each day.
Our 5th and 6th grade students are ready to kick off ATLAS testing tomorrow, and we are so proud of the effort they’ve put in to get here! 💪
They’ve been working hard, staying focused, and preparing to show just how much they’ve learned. Now it’s time to shine!
📝 Get plenty of rest tonight
🍳 Eat a good breakfast
⏰ Arrive on time and ready to go
We know they’re going to do great things—let’s cheer them on as they give it their all!
NHS Toy Drive for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Our National Honor Society is currently hosting a toy drive to support the patients at St. Jude Children’s Hospital! We are accepting new gift donations through Friday, April 24, and our NHS officers will personally deliver the items on April 29.
To ensure all donations meet hospital guidelines:
✔️ No liquids or items with batteries
✔️ No soft or plush toys (for sanitation purposes)
For a full list of approved items, visit: https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/other-ways/volunteer-at-the-hospital/donate-toys.html
Donations can be dropped off at any building office or turned in to Mr. or Mrs. Murray. Thank you for helping our students make a meaningful impact for children in need!
Our National Honor Society is currently hosting a toy drive to support the patients at St. Jude Children’s Hospital! We are accepting new gift donations through Friday, April 24, and our NHS officers will personally deliver the items on April 29.
To ensure all donations meet hospital guidelines:
✔️ No liquids or items with batteries
✔️ No soft or plush toys (for sanitation purposes)
For a full list of approved items, visit: https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/other-ways/volunteer-at-the-hospital/donate-toys.html
Donations can be dropped off at any building office or turned in to Mr. or Mrs. Murray. Thank you for helping our students make a meaningful impact for children in need!
The Pine Tree bus will be double-routed and will run 30-35 minutes late this afternoon. We appreciate your understanding as we continue to work through the continual driver shortage.
Happening TODAY!
Community in Action Day is here! Happening TODAY from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Food Trucks
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎟️ Prizes
🐐 Petting Zoo
…and so much more!
This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!
Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-8, 2026. Please contact Mrs. Barr or Mrs. Craft if you or your business would like to donate.
shannon.barr@pocahontaspsd.com or destiny.craft@pocahontaspsd.com
It’s that time—ATLAS testing is right around the corner, and we are READY! Our students and teachers have been putting in the work, and now it’s time to show what we know. Let’s bring the energy, the confidence, and the focus!
A few quick tips for success:
✅ Get a good night’s sleep
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Arrive on time (every day matters!)
✅ Take your time and do your best
✅ Stay positive—you’ve got this!
Parents, your support makes a HUGE difference—help us make sure students are present, prepared, and encouraged each day.
The Pine Tree Bus will be double-routed and will run 30-35 minutes late this afternoon.
Mark your calendars!
Community in Action Day is coming to Pocahontas School District on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Food Trucks
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎟️ Prizes
🐐 Petting Zoo
…and so much more!
This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!
Community in Action Day is coming to Pocahontas School District on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Food Trucks
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎟️ Prizes
🐐 Petting Zoo
…and so much more!
This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!
This week, we proudly celebrate our incredible assistant principals who play such a vital role in the success of Pocahontas School District.
From supporting students and staff to helping lead our schools each and every day, their impact is felt in every hallway, classroom, and conversation. Their leadership, dedication, and commitment to doing what’s best for kids make a difference we are truly grateful for.
Please join us in thanking our assistant principals for all they do to serve our students, staff, and community!
From supporting students and staff to helping lead our schools each and every day, their impact is felt in every hallway, classroom, and conversation. Their leadership, dedication, and commitment to doing what’s best for kids make a difference we are truly grateful for.
Please join us in thanking our assistant principals for all they do to serve our students, staff, and community!
Today we are incredibly grateful for the teamwork and dedication shown during our Pocahontas School District evacuation and reunification drill.
A huge thank you to Black River Technical College, Pocahontas Fire Department, Pocahontas Police Department, and Law Enforcement Training Academy (LETA), along with all of our community partners, for helping coordinate and support this important effort.
This drill is a required part of our ongoing safety planning and plays a critical role in ensuring we are prepared to protect our students and staff in any situation. Drills like these take planning, communication, and strong partnerships—and today proved just how committed our community is to keeping our schools safe.
We appreciate everyone who played a role in making this a success!
Tomorrow, April 7, Pocahontas School District will conduct a districtwide bus evacuation and reunification drill for all students and staff.
This drill will involve transporting students off campus mid-morning to a designated safe location at Black River Technical College. We are sharing this information so our community is aware that this is a planned and coordinated drill—there is no real emergency.
As always, the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We appreciate your continued support and understanding.
Mark your calendars!
Community in Action Day is coming to Pocahontas School District on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Food Trucks
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎟️ Prizes
🐐 Petting Zoo
…and so much more!
This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!
Community in Action Day is coming to Pocahontas School District on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Food Trucks
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎟️ Prizes
🐐 Petting Zoo
…and so much more!
This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!
Today, our district responded to a false emergency report, often referred to as a “swatting” call. These types of calls are made to create confusion and prompt a law enforcement response.
Our School Resource Officers and local police were notified immediately and worked closely with school officials to assess the situation. It was quickly determined that the report was not credible, and at no point were students or staff in danger.
We are grateful for the swift and coordinated response of our law enforcement partners and the professionalism of our school teams.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority, and we appreciate the continued support of our community.
NHS Toy Drive for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Our National Honor Society is currently hosting a toy drive to support the patients at St. Jude Children’s Hospital! We are accepting new gift donations through Friday, April 24, and our NHS officers will personally deliver the items on April 29.
To ensure all donations meet hospital guidelines:
✔️ No liquids or items with batteries
✔️ No soft or plush toys (for sanitation purposes)
For a full list of approved items, visit: https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/other-ways/volunteer-at-the-hospital/donate-toys.html
Donations can be dropped off at any building office or turned in to Mr. or Mrs. Murray. Thank you for helping our students make a meaningful impact for children in need!
Our National Honor Society is currently hosting a toy drive to support the patients at St. Jude Children’s Hospital! We are accepting new gift donations through Friday, April 24, and our NHS officers will personally deliver the items on April 29.
To ensure all donations meet hospital guidelines:
✔️ No liquids or items with batteries
✔️ No soft or plush toys (for sanitation purposes)
For a full list of approved items, visit: https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/other-ways/volunteer-at-the-hospital/donate-toys.html
Donations can be dropped off at any building office or turned in to Mr. or Mrs. Murray. Thank you for helping our students make a meaningful impact for children in need!
Happy National School Librarians Day!
Today we celebrate our incredible school librarians who do so much more than manage books—they inspire a love of reading, support learning, and help our students grow every single day.
Thank you for all you do for Pocahontas School District! ❤️
Today we celebrate our incredible school librarians who do so much more than manage books—they inspire a love of reading, support learning, and help our students grow every single day.
Thank you for all you do for Pocahontas School District! ❤️
