Pocahontas High School

Tonight’s band concert is canceled and will be rescheduled for a later date. Thank you for your understanding.

Pocahontas School District is proud to host our Redskin Legacy Walk on Monday, May 4th at 12:30 p.m. at the high school.

This special event celebrates both our kindergarten students and graduating seniors, highlighting the full-circle journey of a Pocahontas student—from their very first steps into school to the moment they prepare to walk across the graduation stage.

Families, friends, and community members are encouraged to attend and be part of this meaningful experience as we honor our students and the traditions that connect us all.

The event will begin at 12:30 p.m. and is expected to conclude by 1:30 p.m.

We look forward to celebrating this memorable moment together!

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.

📣 PHS Parent & Family Survey

Pocahontas High School values your feedback! We invite all parents and families to take a few moments to complete our Parent/Family Survey. Your input helps us continue to grow, improve, and better serve our students and community.

🔗 https://app.ckh.org/public-survey/avgdcrai

Thank you for your time and for being such an important part of Pocahontas High School!

📣 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!

📣 Pocahontas High School – Senior Semester Test Schedule (Spring 2026)

Senior semester testing is just around the corner! Please take a moment to review the schedule for May 4–8 and plan accordingly.

🗓 Key Reminders:

-Students who qualify for semester test exemptions will be notified ahead of time.
-Exemption from semester tests does not apply to AP Exams. Students must still report for any AP tests scheduled during this week.
-Make-up tests will be held on Friday, May 8.
-Seniors will also celebrate their last day and participate in the kickball tournament on Friday.

We encourage all students to stay focused, finish strong, and communicate with teachers if there are any questions about testing or exemptions.

Final Senior Advisory Council meeting ✔️🎓 We wrapped up our last meeting with a group that’s shown up, spoken up, and truly made an impact this year. Their ideas, feedback, and leadership have helped move things forward in a real way—and it hasn’t gone unnoticed. Proud of this group for the way they’ve represented their peers and left their mark. Big things ahead for every one of them.

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!

Abilene Caffrey competed at the Capital City Swim Meet in Jacksonville this past Saturday and made quite the splash! She teamed up with three swimmers in the 100 free relay to bring home a 1st place finish. Individually, she earned 1st in the 25 back and 2nd in the 25 free—what an accomplishment! These athletes are now gearing up for the Special Olympics State Games in May in Searcy, and we couldn’t be more proud.

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.

It’s a busy day for Redskin athletics!

⚾️ Baseball is at home
🥎 Softball is at home
🏃‍♂️ The Jr. High District Track Meet is happening at home today as well

Come out and support our student-athletes!

We’re bringing together two very special groups—our Kindergarteners and our Seniors—for a moment you won’t forget! 🎓✨ Family and friends are invited to join us as these students meet in the middle and celebrate the beginning and the final chapter of their school journey. It’s going to be such a meaningful (and exciting!) experience for everyone involved! 📅 May 4, 2026 ⏰ 12:30 PM 📍 Schoonover Stadium – Pocahontas High School Come out, show your support, and be part of this unforgettable tradition! ❤️👏

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!

Black River Technical College visited our high school for mobile registration, helping BRTC-bound students sign up for their college classes for next year. Setting our students up for success—one step closer to their future!

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.

Due to tomorrow’s forecast, baseball and softball games will be played today, while the track meet will remain as scheduled.

⚾ Baseball
vs. Highland (originally Thursday) → Today at home, 4:00 PM
vs. Sloan-Hendrix (Friday) → Canceled

🥎 Softball
Scheduled for tomorrow → Now being played today at Highland

🏃‍♂️ Track
Sr. High Wellman Relays → Still on for tomorrow at home

Thank you for your flexibility—come out and support our Redskins!

Class of 2026 - Don't miss this event TONIGHT!

Pocahontas High School students and families are invited to a come-and-go event designed to support life after graduation!

✔️ Get help with your FAFSA
✔️ Connect with a military recruiter
✔️ Explore local employment opportunities

📅 April 14
📍 PHS Library
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM (Drop in anytime)

📚✨ ATLAS Testing Starts Tomorrow at PJHS & PHS! ✨📚 It’s go time! Our junior high and high school students have put in the work—now it’s time to show what they know. A few reminders to help our students succeed: ✅ Get a good night’s sleep ✅ Eat a solid breakfast ✅ Be on time (testing starts first thing!) ✅ Take your time and read carefully ✅ Stay confident and give it your best Parents, thank you for helping make attendance a priority during testing—every day matters! 🙌

🎓 Arkansas Applied: Redskin Edition

Pocahontas High School students and families are invited to a come-and-go event designed to support life after graduation!

✔️ Get help with your FAFSA
✔️ Connect with a military recruiter
✔️ Explore local employment opportunities

📅 April 14
📍 PHS Library
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM (Drop in anytime)

For more information, please contact Mrs. Stewart or Mrs. Swann at 870-892-4573.

Helping our students prepare for what’s next—every step of the way.