Thanks to everyone who supported the Scholastic Book Fair at M.D. Williams! We were able to get $2,000.00 worth of books from the book fair. If any of our students were unable to purchase a book, please have them check the little free library in front of M.D. Williams.
📣 Pocahontas School District is Hiring!
We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
⭐ Secretary – High School (Immediate Opening, 2025–2026 School Year)
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Resource (M.D. Williams) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PES) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Resource Paraprofessional (M.D. Williams) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd 1:1 Paraprofessional (PES) for the 2025–2026 school year
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to supporting every learner and providing the resources our students need to succeed. If you are passionate about serving students and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Apply online at:
👉 https://pocahontas.schoolspring.com/
Come be part of a team that puts students first every single day.
We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
⭐ Secretary – High School (Immediate Opening, 2025–2026 School Year)
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Resource (M.D. Williams) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PES) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Resource Paraprofessional (M.D. Williams) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd 1:1 Paraprofessional (PES) for the 2025–2026 school year
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to supporting every learner and providing the resources our students need to succeed. If you are passionate about serving students and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Apply online at:
👉 https://pocahontas.schoolspring.com/
Come be part of a team that puts students first every single day.
M.D. Williams Library has decided to hold a Read-A-Thon this year!
Read-A-Thons actually get your reader excited about reading and it gives friends and family the opportunity to encourage your child to read even more.
Our Read-A-Thon starts Monday March 9, 2026.
About one week before our Read-A-Thon starts we will send home instructions on how to activate your reader's personal page. This is where you will be able to view and record their progress.
We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/xnRHlv/1?utm=email and following the simple instructions.
We've chosen Read-A-Thon because it will not take much of your time, gives your child a reason to read and helps in the development of stronger reading skills.
We hope EVERYONE participates.
Thanks so much,
M.D. Williams Library
March Parental Involvement Newsletter
Thank you to Swept Away for their generous $1,000 donation to our Food Bag Program!
Support like this helps us continue meeting the needs of students and families across Pocahontas School District. We’re so grateful for community partners who give back in meaningful ways.
If you or your business would like to support the Food Bag Program, please contact your building office for more information.
Support like this helps us continue meeting the needs of students and families across Pocahontas School District. We’re so grateful for community partners who give back in meaningful ways.
If you or your business would like to support the Food Bag Program, please contact your building office for more information.
The Scholastic Book Fair at M.D. Williams closes at 2:00 p.m. today. No cash or checks
💛 Celebrating Kindness at M.D. Williams 💛
We are proud to recognize our Kindness Character Trait winners at M.D. Williams! These students consistently show compassion, respect, and care for others, making our school a brighter place each day.
We are proud to recognize our Kindness Character Trait winners at M.D. Williams! These students consistently show compassion, respect, and care for others, making our school a brighter place each day.
Redskins Academy will be closed today and tomorrow!
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!
In honor of Black History Month, students in our Redskin Academy after-school program learned about Faith Ringgold. They enjoyed her powerful children’s book, Tar Beach, and explored how storytelling and art can come together in meaningful ways.
Inspired by Ringgold’s story quilts, our students created their own “story quilts” featuring images and ideas that represent what matters most to them. ❤️
Inspired by Ringgold’s story quilts, our students created their own “story quilts” featuring images and ideas that represent what matters most to them. ❤️
The Camel Bus will be double routed this afternoon and will run 30-35 minutes late. Please contact your building office no later than 2:30 to make any necessary transportation changes. We appreciate your continued support and understanding.
The Scholastic book fair will be open during parent/teacher conferences at M.D. Williams Thursday from 3:30-6:30 and Friday from 9:00-2:00. No cash or checks. Parents can use a debit or credit card. Here is the link to create an e-wallet for students https://www.scholastic.com/bf/mdwilliamsintermediatesch
Congratulations to Beckett Stewart in fourth grade for reading 400,000 words in Accelerated Reader! We are so proud of you!
Congratulations to Violet McCleskey in sixth grade for reading 1,000,000 words in Accelerated Reader! We are so proud of you!
👑 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
6th Grade Families – It’s Time to Start Thinking About 7th Grade!
The transition from 6th grade to junior high is an exciting milestone, and we want to make sure our students and families feel informed and prepared.
Mrs. Phelps, PJHS Counselor, has created a helpful video that walks you through the transition process, what to expect, and important information for the upcoming school year.
🎥 Watch the video here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jlU5FfeuiFRdBUZs4Nz6a5Kyk3-44nPO/view?usp=drive_link
Additional information and resources can also be found on the PJHS Counseling webpage:
https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/o/district/page/pjhs-counseling
We encourage all 6th grade parents and students to review this information as we prepare for this next step. We look forward to welcoming our future junior high students at Pocahontas School District!
The transition from 6th grade to junior high is an exciting milestone, and we want to make sure our students and families feel informed and prepared.
Mrs. Phelps, PJHS Counselor, has created a helpful video that walks you through the transition process, what to expect, and important information for the upcoming school year.
🎥 Watch the video here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jlU5FfeuiFRdBUZs4Nz6a5Kyk3-44nPO/view?usp=drive_link
Additional information and resources can also be found on the PJHS Counseling webpage:
https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/o/district/page/pjhs-counseling
We encourage all 6th grade parents and students to review this information as we prepare for this next step. We look forward to welcoming our future junior high students at Pocahontas School District!
Collaboration + creativity + critical thinking = a powerful STEAM experience!
Ms. Tanner and Ms. Ballard teamed up to blend architecture and mathematics during STEAM time in Ms. Ballard’s homeroom. Students designed and built their very own towns using correct ratios while applying skills on the coordinate plane.
Hands-on learning like this brings math to life in meaningful ways.
Now we’re just hoping the city stands! 🏗️🏙️
Ms. Tanner and Ms. Ballard teamed up to blend architecture and mathematics during STEAM time in Ms. Ballard’s homeroom. Students designed and built their very own towns using correct ratios while applying skills on the coordinate plane.
Hands-on learning like this brings math to life in meaningful ways.
Now we’re just hoping the city stands! 🏗️🏙️
Our Character Trait of the Month is kindness, and we are so proud to celebrate these students who were caught being kind and helpful at M.D. Williams! 💛
Kindness truly matters — and you are shining examples of it!
Kindness truly matters — and you are shining examples of it!
The Scholastic Book Fair will be at M.D. Williams February 20-27, 2026. (no cash or checks) Here is the link to set up an e-wallet. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/mdwilliamsintermediatesch
Small acts. Big impact. ❤️
Our M.D. Williams lunch crew is helping create a positive environment in the best way.
A simple note of kindness can turn someone’s whole day around. We are grateful for staff members who go the extra mile to make our school a place where every child feels seen, valued, and supported.
