Understanding the Ballot
We want to take a moment to clarify what voters will see on the ballot for the upcoming Pocahontas School District Millage Election.
The only change being proposed is a 2.95 mill increase to fund the new Pocahontas High School campus and competition gym/safe room.
Current millage rate: 32.81 mills
Proposed increase: 2.95 mills
New proposed total: 35.76 mills
While the ballot lists several millage numbers, those additional figures are not new proposals — they represent existing debt service mills that the district is already paying on previously approved bonds.
In short — this election is about one single proposal:
➡️ A 2.95 mill increase to fund the construction of new Pocahontas High School projects.
We remain committed to being transparent and clear about what’s being proposed. If you have any questions, please visit www.pocahontaspsd.com or email psdmillage@pocahontaspsd.com.
Partnership in Action!
We are excited to continue our sixth-year partnership with Williams Baptist University and welcome their Introduction to Education students into our schools.
These future educators observed English Language Development (ELD) classes taught by Mrs. McCallister (K-6) and Mrs. Washburn (7-12). ELD provides our multilingual learners with direct instruction in the language skills they might not acquire through everyday interactions, helping them succeed academically and beyond.
We're proud to support the next generation of teachers while showcasing Mrs. McCallister's and Mrs. Washburn's effective instructional practices that help our multilingual learners thrive!
We are excited to continue our sixth-year partnership with Williams Baptist University and welcome their Introduction to Education students into our schools.
These future educators observed English Language Development (ELD) classes taught by Mrs. McCallister (K-6) and Mrs. Washburn (7-12). ELD provides our multilingual learners with direct instruction in the language skills they might not acquire through everyday interactions, helping them succeed academically and beyond.
We're proud to support the next generation of teachers while showcasing Mrs. McCallister's and Mrs. Washburn's effective instructional practices that help our multilingual learners thrive!
We are aware of the issue and working to get it resolved. Thank you for your patience.
Pocahontas School District is looking for dedicated and compassionate substitute school nurses to join our team! If you're a licensed nurse who loves working with children and wants a flexible schedule, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements:
🩺 Current RN or LPN license
🗓️ Availability during school hours (as needed)
❤️CPR certification
Whether you're retired, semi-retired, or just looking for extra hours, this is a great way to make a difference in your community!
Requirements:
🩺 Current RN or LPN license
🗓️ Availability during school hours (as needed)
❤️CPR certification
Whether you're retired, semi-retired, or just looking for extra hours, this is a great way to make a difference in your community!
💙💛 Pocahontas FFA at National Convention! 🌾
Members of the Pocahontas FFA Chapter recently attended the National FFA Convention — an incredible opportunity to connect with other chapters from across the country, explore agricultural careers, and celebrate student success! Several of our students were also recognized with awards and honors for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to agriculture. 🏅
We’re so proud of these students and their advisors for representing Pocahontas School District with excellence and Redskin pride on a national stage!
Members of the Pocahontas FFA Chapter recently attended the National FFA Convention — an incredible opportunity to connect with other chapters from across the country, explore agricultural careers, and celebrate student success! Several of our students were also recognized with awards and honors for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to agriculture. 🏅
We’re so proud of these students and their advisors for representing Pocahontas School District with excellence and Redskin pride on a national stage!
🌎 Exploring Our Biome! 🌿
Students in Ms. Dosch’s class are diving into their new unit on biomes—the unique regions of our planet defined by climate, plants, and animals. They explored the characteristics of different biomes and discovered which biome we live in right here in Arkansas! 🌳☀️
Students in Ms. Dosch’s class are diving into their new unit on biomes—the unique regions of our planet defined by climate, plants, and animals. They explored the characteristics of different biomes and discovered which biome we live in right here in Arkansas! 🌳☀️
Students in Mrs. Williamson’s Introduction to Education classes practiced reading children’s books aloud to their classmates — getting hands-on experience as future student assistant teachers at our elementary school starting this month!
These experiences help students build confidence, communication skills, and a passion for working with young learners. We can’t wait to see them make a difference in classrooms soon!
These experiences help students build confidence, communication skills, and a passion for working with young learners. We can’t wait to see them make a difference in classrooms soon!
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!
Today at PHS!
Band Send-Off at 8:55 AM, then our Academic Assembly at 9:00 AM in the high school gym.
We’ll recognize:
🏅 Character Trait Award nominees
📚 All A’s & A/B Honor Roll
🎓 Senior Academic Award recipients
✅ Perfect Attendance
Parents & guardians are welcome—come help us celebrate our students’ hard work! 🎉
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!
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
We’re excited to celebrate our students’ hard work and achievements at our PHS Academic Assembly on Monday, November 3 at 9:00 AM in the high school gym!
We’ll begin with a Band Send-Off at 8:55 AM, followed by recognition for:
🏅 Character Trait Award nominees
📚 All A’s and A/B Honor Roll
🎓 Senior Academic Award recipients
✅ Perfect Attendance
Parents and guardians are welcome to attend as we celebrate these outstanding students and their accomplishments!
🇺🇸 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. ❤️🤍💙
📏 Hands-On Learning in Technical Math!
Our Pocahontas High School students are putting their skills to work — learning how to accurately read and use a tape measure in Technical Math class!
This hands-on practice helps build real-world skills that students can apply in technical fields, trades, and everyday life.
Our Pocahontas High School students are putting their skills to work — learning how to accurately read and use a tape measure in Technical Math class!
This hands-on practice helps build real-world skills that students can apply in technical fields, trades, and everyday life.
🌟 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!
📣 Reminder!
Sign-ups for the Little Redskin Cheer Clinic are due Wednesday, October 29!
The clinic is open to students in grades K–6 and will be held November 3 & 5 after school until 5:00 PM at the PJHS Gym. Cost is $25 per participant.
Participants will perform with the PHS Cheerleaders at the home football game on November 6 at Schoonover Stadium! ❤️🖤
👉 Forms are available in all school offices. Questions? Contact Kim Nead at 870-892-4573 (ext. 4012).
📣 Join us this evening!
As you plan your Monday, make time to stop by Pocahontas High School for a Public Tour from 6:00–7:00 PM!
This drop-in event is part of our 2025 Millage Campaign and gives our community a chance to see firsthand the needs and opportunities within our high school facilities.
We invite you to come walk the halls, ask questions, and learn more about how these proposed improvements would impact students, staff, and our entire community.
🗓️ Monday, October 27
📍 Pocahontas High School
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM (Drop-in style)
