The Little Caesars Pizza Delivery will be Wednesday, November 5th. Pickup will be Wednesday, November 5th from 3:30-4:30 MDW lobby.
☁️ Making Clouds in a Jar! 💧
In Ms. Thielemier’s class, students began learning about the water cycle and brought science to life! 🌦️ Using jars to represent the atmosphere, students created their own clouds in a jar to see how water vapor collects, holds moisture, and eventually releases it as precipitation—just like real rain! A little food coloring helped them visualize the water droplets as their clouds became saturated.
In Ms. Thielemier’s class, students began learning about the water cycle and brought science to life! 🌦️ Using jars to represent the atmosphere, students created their own clouds in a jar to see how water vapor collects, holds moisture, and eventually releases it as precipitation—just like real rain! A little food coloring helped them visualize the water droplets as their clouds became saturated.
Spirit ribbons and tattoo information. Will be for sale on Thursday, November 6th. They will be sold for $1. All proceeds go to Project Graduation.
November Parental Involvement Newsletter
How School Construction Funding Really Works
Community members have asked important questions about how school construction is funded and why districts don’t simply “save up” for large projects.
These informational pieces outline the basic structure of school facility funding — including how local building funds, state partnership funds, and long-term bonds work together — and why rising construction costs make long-term saving alone challenging.
Our goal is to help the community understand how the facility funding mechanism works, not to advocate for or against any specific millage change. We appreciate your engagement and welcome your questions as we continue planning responsibly for the future of our schools.
Community members have asked important questions about how school construction is funded and why districts don’t simply “save up” for large projects.
These informational pieces outline the basic structure of school facility funding — including how local building funds, state partnership funds, and long-term bonds work together — and why rising construction costs make long-term saving alone challenging.
Our goal is to help the community understand how the facility funding mechanism works, not to advocate for or against any specific millage change. We appreciate your engagement and welcome your questions as we continue planning responsibly for the future of our schools.
Our EAST program has designed something truly special — introducing Car Line Reading Moments! 🚗✨
So, what is it?
It’s a radio frequency program (98.1 FM) that plays short, family-friendly literacy prompts while you wait in the car line! Each week features different focuses and fun, easy-to-do activities that help families build reading, listening, and communication skills together.
The goal is simple but powerful — to create supportive, engaging moments that make literacy a natural part of everyday family life. ❤️
We’re so proud of our EAST students for bringing innovation, technology, and learning together to benefit our entire district community!
So, what is it?
It’s a radio frequency program (98.1 FM) that plays short, family-friendly literacy prompts while you wait in the car line! Each week features different focuses and fun, easy-to-do activities that help families build reading, listening, and communication skills together.
The goal is simple but powerful — to create supportive, engaging moments that make literacy a natural part of everyday family life. ❤️
We’re so proud of our EAST students for bringing innovation, technology, and learning together to benefit our entire district community!
🎉 Little Redskin Cheer Clinic Starts Today! 🎉
Our PHS Cheerleaders are excited to welcome all participants for the Little Redskin Cheer Clinic this afternoon at the PJHS Gym! The clinic will run after school until 5:00 PM today and again on Wednesday.
We can’t wait to see all the Redskin spirit shining bright as our young cheerleaders learn, practice, and prepare to perform at Thursday night’s home football game! ❤️🤍
Our PHS Cheerleaders are excited to welcome all participants for the Little Redskin Cheer Clinic this afternoon at the PJHS Gym! The clinic will run after school until 5:00 PM today and again on Wednesday.
We can’t wait to see all the Redskin spirit shining bright as our young cheerleaders learn, practice, and prepare to perform at Thursday night’s home football game! ❤️🤍
Group pictures and retakes by Wingard are November 12, 2025. Please check backpacks for group picture order forms that will be sent home this week. You order individual retakes at INTER-STATE.COM/ORDER
Use code: 0258MWA
✨ Learning in Full Glow! ✨
Ms. Edgar’s class took learning to a whole new level by transforming their classroom into a neon glow room! With black lights, bright colors, and glowing activities all around, students dove into lessons that were both engaging and unforgettable.
We love seeing creativity shine (literally!) at M.D. Williams! 💡
Congratulations to these students who made it on the Accelerated Reader point wall for the first nine weeks!
A huge congratulations to our Pocahontas Junior High Redskins and 7th Grade Redskins — both teams finished their seasons UNDEFEATED and are CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS! 🙌🔥
We are so proud of our players, coaches, and everyone who supported them along the way. What a season to remember!
PHS Redskin Football heads to Blytheville tonight! ❤️🏈
A few reminders for fans:
🎟️ The gate is cashless — tickets can be purchased in advance or at the gate using this link: https://gofan.co/app/school/AR19314
👜 Blytheville has a clear bag policy in place.
🍔 Concessions are cash only, so plan ahead!
Let’s pack the stands and show our Redskin Pride on the road!
A few reminders for fans:
🎟️ The gate is cashless — tickets can be purchased in advance or at the gate using this link: https://gofan.co/app/school/AR19314
👜 Blytheville has a clear bag policy in place.
🍔 Concessions are cash only, so plan ahead!
Let’s pack the stands and show our Redskin Pride on the road!
🏈 Jr High Redskin Football at home against Blytheville tonight!
🎟️ Cash is accepted at the gate
🍔 Concession stand is up and going. Grab a Redskin Burger and a drink!
Let’s pack the stands and show our Redskin pride!
🎉 Reminder! Redskin Academy will have Fantastic Friday tomorrow (Oct. 31)!
Parents are invited to join the fun at 4:30 PM. Students will bring home a reminder note today. ❤️
Students will go to Redskin Academy as usual unless a transportation change is sent to the office.
Parents are invited to join the fun at 4:30 PM. Students will bring home a reminder note today. ❤️
Students will go to Redskin Academy as usual unless a transportation change is sent to the office.
Attention Home School & Private School parents in Pocahontas School District
Please be advised that the Special Education Department will hold a consultation meeting with parents and private school officials regarding students who meet the following criteria:
· live within district boundaries
· has or had an IEP in a public school setting
· has or had a service plan as a private school or homeschool student and
· are currently homeschooling and/or attending a private school
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 5th from 1:00 pm-1:30 pm in the administration building.
If you have questions or are interested in attending, please contact Courtney Throesch, Special Education Coordinator at (870) 892-4573 ext. 5011
Please be advised that the Special Education Department will hold a consultation meeting with parents and private school officials regarding students who meet the following criteria:
· live within district boundaries
· has or had an IEP in a public school setting
· has or had a service plan as a private school or homeschool student and
· are currently homeschooling and/or attending a private school
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 5th from 1:00 pm-1:30 pm in the administration building.
If you have questions or are interested in attending, please contact Courtney Throesch, Special Education Coordinator at (870) 892-4573 ext. 5011
Congratulations to Lydia White in fourth grade for reading 400,000 words in Accelerated Reader! We are so proud of you!
🇺🇸 M.D. Williams Veterans Day Program 🇺🇸
Our school community is proud to come together once again to honor those who have served. This student-led program features our own students, the PHS Band, and special guest speakers Mr. Kevin Rhodes and Sergeant Leslie Barnett Sr., who will also share a special display for guests and students to enjoy.
We’re grateful to the VFW 4556 Color Guard, Gold Star Families, and the Five Rivers Daughters of the American Revolution for joining us in this meaningful event.
📅 Tuesday, November 11 | 8:30 a.m.
📍 M.D. Williams School
A reception will follow the ceremony to honor our veterans.
Our goal each year is simple: that every veteran leaves knowing how deeply we appreciate them. ❤️🤍💙
Academic Award information!
Exploring Earth Systems in 6th Grade Science! 🌎
Ms. Edgar’s sixth graders wrapped up their Earth Systems unit with a hands-on transformation and simulation of the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs!
Students read informational texts and completed a “Two Truths and a Mystery” activity, wrote creative dinosaur stories using toy props, and took part in a science lab exploring the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.
Ms. Edgar’s sixth graders wrapped up their Earth Systems unit with a hands-on transformation and simulation of the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs!
Students read informational texts and completed a “Two Truths and a Mystery” activity, wrote creative dinosaur stories using toy props, and took part in a science lab exploring the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.
🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Education! 🌟
We are proud to recognize three outstanding Pocahontas School District educators who were recently honored at the Randolph County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet:
🏆 Classified Staff Member of the Year: Daija Heavin
🏫 Secondary Teacher of the Year: Dedra Riggs
🍎 Elementary Teacher of the Year: Tracy Ballard
Each of these incredible educators represents the heart of our district — showing daily dedication, compassion, and excellence in serving our students and community. Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition!
We are proud to recognize three outstanding Pocahontas School District educators who were recently honored at the Randolph County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet:
🏆 Classified Staff Member of the Year: Daija Heavin
🏫 Secondary Teacher of the Year: Dedra Riggs
🍎 Elementary Teacher of the Year: Tracy Ballard
Each of these incredible educators represents the heart of our district — showing daily dedication, compassion, and excellence in serving our students and community. Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition!
