PHS ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Friday, October 15th  

Lunch Menu: Redskin Cafe’ Bacon Cheeseburger, Sweet Potato FF, Sandwich Salad Cup, Fruit & Milk

*Student meals (Breakfast & Lunch) are free through the end of the  year w/t exception of extra milk or extra a la carte items. 

October Character Trait:  Honesty & Integrity

“Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain”

-DAILY NEWS-

Students please remember you are responsible for providing your own masks.  We do have cloth masks available for the occasions you forget, but we cannot provide masks daily.  

Friday, 10/15

Application Day - Mrs. Hampton and Mrs. Stewart  will be visiting Mrs. Baltz and Mrs. Casillas's Senior English classes that day to assist in completing college applications. If you do not have one of these teachers, or do not have a senior English class on campus this year, we will reach out to you individually. (see College Application Checklist attachment).

 

FOOTBALL - Trumann AWAY - 7:00

Saturday, 10/16

BAND - Gibson Co Invitational @ Dyer, TN

VOLLEYBALL - Jr. High District @ Pocahontas

 

Monday, 10/18

BAND - Regional Assessment @ Paragould

VOLLEYBALL - Sr. High District TBD (October 18th - 22nd) 

 

FAFSA night at PHS (5:30-7:30pm) in the high school cafeteria.  This is for both students and parents.  A financial aid specialist will be on campus to help families complete their 2022-2023 FAFSA and have any questions answered (see FAFSA Checklist attachment).

Tuesday, 10/19

CROSS COUNTRY - Valley View Invitational @ Joe Mack Campbell Park (JG,JB,SG,SB) @ 3:45

Junior High Parent/Teacher conferences for students in grades 7-9.  Parents should contact teachers to make appointments.  No early dismissal. Face masks and social distancing will be required. 

Wednesday, 10/20

October 20th is National Unity Day. People are asked to wear orange on that day to show kindness, acceptance and inclusion.  Students and staff please wear something orange to represent a stand against bullying, treating others the way you want to be treated, acceptance of others that are different, respect and kindness! 

Thursday, 10/21

Parent/Teacher conferences. No early dismissal.  Conferences will be held face to face on campus but have scheduled times for each grade to attend for safety reasons.  We do ask for parents and students to wear a mask while in the building and to social distance. 

10th Grade from 4:00 - 5:00 pm

11th Grade from 5:00 - 6:00 pm

12th Grade from 6:00 - 7:00 pm

 If you are unable to attend during the scheduled times please contact your teachers to set up a time via email, phone or virtually. 

Friday, 10/22

Pocahontas Public Schools will not be in session today for Fall Break.  School will resume regular session Monday, October 25th. 

FOOTBALL -  Westside @ Home - 7:00

 

-GENERAL NEWS-

BOOSTER CLUB IS SELLING FOOTBALL T-SHIRTS, SPIRIT MASKS & SPIRIT GAITERS!

Pocahontas Redskin football t-shirts are $12, spirit masks are $10 and spirit gaiters are $12.  Please see Monica Brewingtonat MD Williams to purchase yours! 

The Pocahontas FFA Chapter will have pigs for sale this year for the butcher.  The Pigs will be $1.50 per pound plus processing.  Please contact Joe Washburn (870-892-4573 ext. 4244) if you have any questions or are interested in purchasing.

As we get this school year underway please keep school dress code policies in mind:  

1.       Students are not to wear hats, caps, sock hats, sweatbands (head), pajamas, house shoes, hoods of hoodies, blankets, bandanas and/or sunglasses in the buildings. Exceptions must be approved by the principal.

2.       Tops, shirts, blouses (boys and girls) must cover the front, back, and sides of the upper body. Clothing deemed distracting, revealing, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise disruptive is not permitted. This includes: exposed midriffs, halter/tank tops, spaghetti straps, and see-through shirts, tops or blouses even with a camisole worn underneath. Sleeveless top straps must be at least 2 inches in width (short side of a credit card).

3.       Shorts, skirts and dresses must be of sufficient length. Sufficient length is defined as six inches above the knee (length of a dollar bill) or at a length in which the longest finger does not touch skin while the arms rest naturally at one’s side.

4.       Form fitting pants/shorts (i.e. Spandex, leggings, yoga pants, etc.) may be worn under, or as clothing, as long as the top/shirt is no shorter than the acceptable length for shorts, skirts, or dresses.

5.       In clothing with rips, holes, or tears, the rips, holes and tears should be at a level equal to or below the level for skirts, dresses, and/or shorts. See above for the required length.

6.       Pants are to be worn at the waistline, “sagging” is not allowed.

7.       Clothing, accessories (book bags, jewelry, hats, etc.), or body art that displays vulgar, obscene or otherwise inappropriate symbols, language, double-meaning, or makes reference to alcohol, tobacco, or other illegal substances are not permitted.

8.       During the regular school day, students’ athletic attire such as tennis, track, cheerleading, etc. must conform to all other regulations of the dress code.

***Anyone interested in joining the high school swim team, please stop by the office and pick up an informational folder.  Complete the form and return it to Sara.Frazier@pocahontaspsd.com (or you can drop it off in the high school office) Practice will begin in October.  Our competitive season is from November through February.

Students involved in extracurricular activities, please remember you must present your athletic pass (blue/21-22 school year) at the gate in order to get in free.  If you do not have your pass with you at the gate, you will have to pay admission.  If you have not received your pass yet, please see your coach. 

Students always be sure to sign in at the office if you come in after the first bell.  You must also always sign out if you leave campus at any time other than the end of the day.  

Parking for students is first come first serve.   ALL students who drive and park  on campus must purchase a parking pass for $3.00.  Student parking is the areas between the softball and baseball fields, the lot next to the business building  and the row with the curb that is front and back.  Please do not park by the sidewalk in front of the building, the small lot on the side of the business building or next to the cafeteria.  This is faculty parking and for visitors.  

Students: At no time should you take food to the bathroom to eat.  Second chance breakfast should be taken back to the classroom and lunch should be eaten in the cafeteria or other designated areas for lunches.  

Attention Band Students:  You are not allowed to eat lunch in the band room.  You may only go to the band room at lunch with written permission and AFTER you have eaten lunch.  

Lunch Group 1:  10:50 - 11:30 - Classes dismissed to lunch listed below:

A. Baltz, Blalock, Bradley, Brooks, Crismon, Crutcher, Hackworth, D. Hall, Henderson, Hudson, Huffman, Lange, A. Lynch, Moffett, Sullinger,  Wardlow, Washburn

Lunch Group 2:  11:50 - 12:30 - Classes dismissed to lunch listed below:

S. Baty, Coach Baty, Coach Brewington, Casillas, Melanie Inman, Kazzee, Murray, Nead, Phelps, Shelton, Stewart, Welch

TUTORING SCHEDULE:  

Math Tutoring will be in the Student Center Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday weekly from 3:30-4:30. We can also help with ACT prep.

Tuesday: Mrs. Murray and Mrs. Huffman

Wednesday: Mrs. Murray and Mr. Steele

Thursday: Mrs. Murray and Mr. Steele

 

Literacy Tutoring will be in the Student Center with Mrs. Bass on Tuesday and Thursday weekly from 3:30-4:30. She can help with anything text-based: Science, History, English, ACT Prep, etc. 

Reminder - No Phone Zone:  It is illegal and unsafe to talk or manipulate a phone while operating a vehicle in a school zone.  Officers will be on the lookout for this offense and will write citations if seen. 

Covid Point of Contact: If you have any questions or covid related information to report please contact Charla Cusson @ 870-810-7409 (primary #), 870-892-4573 ext. 5035 (secondary #) or by email at Charla.cusson@pocahontaspsd.com   If she is unable to answer your call please leave a voicemail and she will return your call as soon as possible.  

Please remember if a person is under quarantine or tests positive for covid, you may not attend any school events on campus. 

**In an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus within our staff and student body we are asking all parents/guardians, and all employees to notify our designated Point of Contact immediately when the following occurs: 

  • Someone in the household has tested positive for COVID-19.

  • Someone in the household has been identified as a Close Contact to a positive case of COVID-19 and is requiring quarantine and/or recommended to be tested for COVID-19.

  • Students attending on-site and employees who are being tested for COVID-19.  If symptomatic, student/staff should remain in quarantine pending results of their COVID-19 test.

Please call Charla Cusson at 870-810-7409, or email information to     charla.cusson@pocahontaspsd.com

 

-CLUB NEWS-

FFA-

FFA Members wanting to attend the National FFA Convention need to talk with Mr. James or Mr.Washburn.  There will be an application process to attend this year.  

GT - 

Mrs. Kercheval says, 'Don't forget to check your email every day!"

HISTORY-

Anyone who is interested in joining the History Club needs to visit Mr. Sloan in Room 14.

KEY CLUB-

Anyone interested in KEY Club needs to see Mr. Crismon in Room 12. 

ROTARY INTERACT-

Anyone interested in joining Interact needs to see Justin Stewart, in Room 23,  to pick up a registration form. 

 -COUNSELOR & CAREER COACH NEWS-

Stephanie Hampton, PHS Counselor- stephanie.hampton@pochahontaspsd.com  (870) 892-4573 ext. 4004

Lindsay Stewart, PHS Career Coach - lindsay.stewart@pocahontaspsd.com   (870) 892-4573 ext. 4013 

 

ALL STUDENTS:  Please visit the PHS Counselor and Career Coach Webpage for regularly updated information! You can also find this link on the Pocahontas School District Website>Schools>Pocahontas High School>Menu>Staff>Stephanie Hampton or Lindsay Stewart.  PARENTS:  If you would also like access to the PHS Counselor and Career Coach Webpage, please click on this link and request access or send an email to Mrs. Hampton or Mrs. Stewart requesting access.

 

Add Mrs. Stewart on Instagram and/or Facebook for updates on college and careers!  Follow at  brtc_phscareercoach. Install the app to follow photos and videos. https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1nsx0g0qh4g7o&utm_content=mix63fl

https://www.facebook.com/BRTCCareerCoachPHS

 

ACT Test Date

Regular Registration Deadline

Late Registration Deadline

($36 FEE APPLIES)

October 23, 2021

September 17

October 1

December 11, 2021

November 5

November 19

February 12, 2022

January 7

January 21

April 2, 2022

February 25

March 11

June 11, 2022

May 6

May 20

July 16, 2022

June 17

June 24

 

** 2021-2022 ACT cost is $60 (no writing) and $85 (with writing). Juniors or Seniors who receive Free/Reduced lunches qualify for ACT fee waivers.  Please see Mrs. Hampton. 

-SENIOR NEWS-

Be sure you check your email DAILY.  This is how Mrs. Stewart, Career Coach and Mrs. Hampton, Counselor,  will update you with any important dates and scholarship information.  

***CHECK YOUR NAME*** - We have placed a senior list out on the bulletin board.  Please be sure you check the spelling of your name to make sure it is correct. If it is not spelled correctly,  let the ladies in the office know.   This is how it will be printed on your diploma.  

 

October is designated statewide as College Application Month. 

 

FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov) and YOUniversal (www.scholarships.adhe.edu) are open.  These applications will need to be completed to qualify for ANY state or federal aid. 

 

See the flyer below  with events that PHS will be hosting/participating and have provided more information below.  

October College Preview Days & Events Calendar.pdf

 

October 27th:  College Fair at Williams Baptist University. Admissions Counselors from all Arkansas colleges (and some from out of state) will be in attendance.  This is a chance for you to gather information regarding admissions requirements, financial aid, etc. from colleges you might be interested in... All in one place!!  We will be taking a bus for those interested.  Pick up a permission slip on my office door and return by October 1st. 

College Application Month Flyer 2021.pdf

 

College Application Checklist

 

FAFSA Checklist

-UPCOMING EVENTS-

October 26th - Sr High Chess Tournament @ NEA Co-Op... 8:30-3:00

October 27th - College Fair at Williams Baptist University (more info coming soon)

October 28th - Flu shot vaccinations by the Health Department. Consent forms will be handed out in English classes.  Any student who does not receive one may stop by the nurse's office. 

November 2nd  - Picture Retakes for Sophomores and Juniors

November 8th - Arkansas State University Admissions Counselor on campus during lunch at the top of the cafeteria stairwell.

November 18th - Workkeys Assessment for Seniors

November 19th-20th - Sr. Quiz Bowl

November 30th - University of Arkansas at Little Rock Admissions Counselor on campus during lunch at the top of the cafeteria stairwell.

February 16th - Sr High Quiz Bowl @ NEA Co-Op… 8:30 -3:00

February 26th - AGQBA  Sr Regional 

March 5th - Regional Odyssey of the Mind @ GCT

March 12th - AGQBA Sr. Regional

April 9th - State Odyssey of the Mind 

AP Testing Dates: 

May 2nd - AP Chemistry Exam... 8:00 am - Noon

May 4th - AP Literature Exam... 8:00 am - Noon

May 6th - AP US History Exam... 8:00 am - Noon

May 9th - AP Calculus Exam... 8:00 am - Noon

May 10th - AP Language Exam... 8:00 am - Noon

May 11th - AP Biology Exam... Noon - 4:00 pm

May 12th - AP World History Exam... 8:00 am - Noon

 

-BAND-

10/30 AState Open @ ASU

11/1 State Marching Competition @ War Memorial Stadium

 

-BASKETBALL-

11/8-11/13 Jr. High Tournament @ Home

11/13 7th Grade Tournament @ Home

11/18 Corning (7th,JB,SB) @ Home 5:00

11/22 Walnut Ridge (7th, JB,SB) Away @ 5:00

11/30 Gosnell (7th, JB, SB) @ Home 5:00

11/25-12/4 WBU Tournament (SB) @ WBU

12/6 Brookland (JB,SB) Away @ 6:00

12/9 Walnut Ridge (7th,JB,SB) @ Home 5:00

12/13 Blytheville (JB,SB) Away @ 5:30

12/14 Maynard (JB) Away @ 6:30

12/16 Southside (7th,JB,SB) @ Home 5:00

12/28-12/30 Berryville Holiday Classic (SB) @ Berryville

1/3 Trumann (7th,JB,SB) @ Home 5:00

1/6 Valley View (JB,SB) Away @ 6:00

1/10 Highland (7th,JB,SB) Away @ 5:00

1/13 Westside (7th,JB,SB) @ Home 5:00

1/18 Trumann (7th,JB,SB) Away @ 5:00

1/21 Southside (7th,JB,SB) Away @ 5:00

1/25 Brookland (JB,SB) @ Home 6:00

1/28 Valley View (JB,SB) @ Home 6:00

2/1 Blytheville (JB,SB) @ Home 5:30

2/4 Westside (7th,JB,SB) Away @ 5:00

2/5 - 2/12 Jr. High District

2/8 Highland (SB,SG) @ Home 5:00

2/14-2/19 Sr. High District Tournament

2/21-2/26 Sr. High Regional Tournament

2/28-3/5 Sr. High State Tournament

 

 

-LADY REDSKINS BASKETBALL-

11/8-11/13 Jr. High Tournament @ Home

11/9 Cave City (7th,JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

11/15 Walnut Ridge (7th,JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

11/16 Maynard (JG,SG) @ Home @ 6:00

11/18 Cave City (7th,JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

11/20 7th Grade Tournament @ Home

11/29-12/4 WBU Tournament @ WBU

12/7 Brookland (Jr jv,JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

12/13 Maynard Jr. Classic (JG) @ Maynard

12/14 Blytheville (JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

12/17 Southside (7th, JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

12/28-12/30 Berryville Tournament (SG) @ Berryville

1/1- 1/8 Kell Classic (SG) @ Swifton

1/4 Trumann (7th,JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

1/7 Valley View (SG jv, JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

1/11 Highland (7th, JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

1/14 Westside (7th,JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

1/17 Trumann (7th,JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

1/20 Southside (7th,JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

1/24 Brookland (SG jv, JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

1/27 Valley View (JG jv, JG,SG) @ Home 5:00

1/31 Blytheville (JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

2/3 Westside (7th,JG,SG) Away @ 5:00

2/7-2/12 Jr. High District @ Trumann

2/8 Highland (SG) @ Home 6:00

2/11 Buffalo Island Central (SG jv,SG) Away @ 6:00

2/14 - 2/19 Sr. High District @ Brookland

2/23-2/26 Sr. High Regionals

3/2-3/5 S. High State

 

-CROSS COUNTRY-

10/25 District Meet @ Joe Mack Campbell Park (JG,JB,SG,SB) @ 3:00 

(The district meet has been changed from 10/26 due to a conflict with volleyball)

11/5 State Cross Country @ Oaklawn Park -Hot Springs (SB,SG) @ 11:00

 

-FOOTBALL-

10/29 Blyetheville AWAY - 7:00

11/5 Highland @ Home - 7:00

 

-VOLLEYBALL-

10/25 - 29 State Tournament