Attention PJHS and PHS Theater Club members and families!
There will be a Parent Meeting on Monday, October 12, immediately following practice.
Parents and guardians of all Theater Club members are encouraged to attend!
We look forward to seeing you there! 🎭
There will be a Parent Meeting on Monday, October 12, immediately following practice.
Parents and guardians of all Theater Club members are encouraged to attend!
We look forward to seeing you there! 🎭
Pocahontas School District would like to extend a special thank you to Tool Central, represented by Cody Kildow, for their generous donation to the Pocahontas Redskin Football Program!
We appreciate the continued support of our local businesses and community members who invest in our student-athletes and athletic programs.
Thank you for supporting our Redskins!
We appreciate the continued support of our local businesses and community members who invest in our student-athletes and athletic programs.
Thank you for supporting our Redskins!
Pocahontas FFA students recently competed in the Tractor Driving and Livestock Judging competitions at the NEA District Fair, bringing home some impressive results!
🏆 Tractor Driving
Jackson Vanwinkle – 2nd Place
Brode Russell – 3rd Place
Both students competed against a field of 13 participants!
🐄 Livestock Judging
Pocahontas FFA Livestock Judging Team – 4th Place Overall
Congratulations to these students on their hard work and accomplishments!
We're proud to see our Redskin FFA members representing Pocahontas so well!
⏰ EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY | TODAY
Just a reminder that today is an Early Release Wednesday! Students who are being picked up will dismiss early, while bus riders will remain on campus until regular bus routes begin.
📍 Campus Dismissal Reminders:
• PES: Dismissal begins at 1:35 PM
• MDW: Walkers to the church/funeral home parking areas will dismiss at 1:35 PM
• MDW & PJHS: Early release car pickup begins at 1:45 PM
• PHS: Early release begins at 1:45 PM
🚌 Buses will run at their regular times.
Please follow all designated pickup routes and staff directions to help keep dismissal moving safely and smoothly.
Happy Coaches Day!
Today, we’re celebrating the coaches who give their time, energy, and heart to our student-athletes. From practices and game days to the lessons that go far beyond the scoreboard, thank you for the impact you make every day.
We appreciate all you do for our students and our Redskin programs!
Today, we’re celebrating the coaches who give their time, energy, and heart to our student-athletes. From practices and game days to the lessons that go far beyond the scoreboard, thank you for the impact you make every day.
We appreciate all you do for our students and our Redskin programs!
Early Release Wednesday Reminder!⏰
Tomorrow is an Early Release Wednesday for Pocahontas School District!
📍 Dismissal Reminders:
• PES: Car rider dismissal begins at 1:35 PM.
• MDW: Walkers heading to the church/funeral home parking lot will dismiss at 1:35 PM.
• All other students being picked up will dismiss at 1:45 PM.
Bus riders will remain on campus with supervised academic opportunities until regular dismissal time. Buses will run on their normal schedule.
Please make sure your student knows their dismissal plan for tomorrow! ❤️🤍
Tomorrow is an Early Release Wednesday for Pocahontas School District!
📍 Dismissal Reminders:
• PES: Car rider dismissal begins at 1:35 PM.
• MDW: Walkers heading to the church/funeral home parking lot will dismiss at 1:35 PM.
• All other students being picked up will dismiss at 1:45 PM.
Bus riders will remain on campus with supervised academic opportunities until regular dismissal time. Buses will run on their normal schedule.
Please make sure your student knows their dismissal plan for tomorrow! ❤️🤍
Homecoming Week may have kept us busy, but we couldn’t let this one go unrecognized!
Last week was National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible custodians across Pocahontas School District!
They’re often working behind the scenes, but the difference they make is seen every single day. From keeping our schools clean and welcoming to helping wherever they’re needed, we’re incredibly thankful for all they do for our students and staff.
We appreciate our PSD custodians — today and every day! ❤️🤍
PES - Jason Moore
MDW - Dennis Roush • Russell Evans • Hunter Roberts
PJHS - Steven Hull • JT Pratt
PHS - Shane Pratt • Kim Lewis
DISTRICT-WIDE - Rhyne Pratt
Thank you for all you do for PSD! ❤️🤍
Last week was National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible custodians across Pocahontas School District!
They’re often working behind the scenes, but the difference they make is seen every single day. From keeping our schools clean and welcoming to helping wherever they’re needed, we’re incredibly thankful for all they do for our students and staff.
We appreciate our PSD custodians — today and every day! ❤️🤍
PES - Jason Moore
MDW - Dennis Roush • Russell Evans • Hunter Roberts
PJHS - Steven Hull • JT Pratt
PHS - Shane Pratt • Kim Lewis
DISTRICT-WIDE - Rhyne Pratt
Thank you for all you do for PSD! ❤️🤍
HOMECOMING CORONATION — LIVE STREAM
Can’t join us in person? Tune in LIVE for the 2026 PHS Homecoming Coronation beginning at 12:45 PM today!
Watch live here: https://www.youtube.com/live/qWEysJP9UHY?si=BG7xVXfdNfVMEqgs
HOMECOMING UPDATE
Homecoming Coronation will take place inside the PHS Gym at 12:45 PM today.
Parents and guests attending Coronation are asked to sit on the home side of the gymnasium. Coronation will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person with a link shared soon.
We are continuing to monitor weather conditions for the Homecoming Parade and will share an update as soon as a decision is made.
Thank you for your patience as we adjust today’s Homecoming activities around the weather!
🏈 Homecoming is TOMORROW! 🏈
We have a fun day of Homecoming activities planned, with Homecoming Coronation scheduled for 12:45 PM!
🌧️ All Homecoming activities are WEATHER PERMITTING. With rain in the forecast, we will adjust throughout the day and move activities inside or outside as conditions allow.
Following Coronation, we’ll transition into the Homecoming Parade as weather permits, then make our way back to PHS for the Homecoming Pep Rally! 📣
Our plans may have to shift a little, but we’re ready to make the most of Homecoming Friday! ❤️🤍
Stay tuned for any updates or changes throughout the day.
📣 HOMECOMING SHIRT UPDATE
Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Homecoming shirts have been delayed. They are expected to arrive by noon tomorrow and will be distributed as soon as they arrive.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding! ❤️🤍
📣 Early Release Wednesday is TODAY!
Students will dismiss early today at 1:45 PM. Please review these campus-specific reminders:
🔴 PES: Five car lanes will be used, departing in order 1–5. Student checkouts should be completed by 1:15 PM.
🔴 MDW: Use the outer two lanes of the horseshoe. Walkers to the church and funeral home will be released at 1:35 PM.
🔴 PJHS: Use the inner two lanes of the horseshoe. Families picking up from both MDW and PJHS should use the MDW lanes.
🔴 PHS/PJHS: Please watch for the new traffic flow on Benbrock and follow posted directions.
🚗 Please remain in your vehicle, have car tags ready where applicable, and follow staff directions.
Thank you for helping us keep Early Release Wednesday running safely and smoothly!
Students will dismiss early today at 1:45 PM. Please review these campus-specific reminders:
🔴 PES: Five car lanes will be used, departing in order 1–5. Student checkouts should be completed by 1:15 PM.
🔴 MDW: Use the outer two lanes of the horseshoe. Walkers to the church and funeral home will be released at 1:35 PM.
🔴 PJHS: Use the inner two lanes of the horseshoe. Families picking up from both MDW and PJHS should use the MDW lanes.
🔴 PHS/PJHS: Please watch for the new traffic flow on Benbrock and follow posted directions.
🚗 Please remain in your vehicle, have car tags ready where applicable, and follow staff directions.
Thank you for helping us keep Early Release Wednesday running safely and smoothly!
📣 Early Release Wednesday Reminder
Tomorrow is Early Release Wednesday! Students will dismiss at 1:45 PM.
Families are encouraged to review dismissal plans with their students ahead of time and be prepared for increased traffic around our campuses during dismissal.
As always, please be patient, follow staff directions, and allow a little extra time as we work to keep dismissal safe and running smoothly.
Thank you for your continued cooperation!
Tomorrow is Early Release Wednesday! Students will dismiss at 1:45 PM.
Families are encouraged to review dismissal plans with their students ahead of time and be prepared for increased traffic around our campuses during dismissal.
As always, please be patient, follow staff directions, and allow a little extra time as we work to keep dismissal safe and running smoothly.
Thank you for your continued cooperation!
A reminder for our PJHS and PHS families: There will not be a Homecoming Dance this year due to scheduling around Homecoming festivities.
We hope to offer a fall dance at a later date. More information will be shared as plans are finalized.
We’re looking forward to a great Homecoming Week! ❤️🤍
We hope to offer a fall dance at a later date. More information will be shared as plans are finalized.
We’re looking forward to a great Homecoming Week! ❤️🤍
💛 GOLD OUT GAME | TOMORROW 💛
Join us tomorrow beginning at 4:30 PM as we GO GOLD at the Pocahontas volleyball game in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness!
Fans are encouraged to wear GOLD and help us fill the stands in support of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
💛 Concession stand proceeds will benefit our school’s Make-A-Wish fund, and a donation bucket will also be available for anyone who would like to contribute.
Come out, wear your gold, support our Lady Redskins, and help us make a difference! 🏐💛
Join us tomorrow beginning at 4:30 PM as we GO GOLD at the Pocahontas volleyball game in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness!
Fans are encouraged to wear GOLD and help us fill the stands in support of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
💛 Concession stand proceeds will benefit our school’s Make-A-Wish fund, and a donation bucket will also be available for anyone who would like to contribute.
Come out, wear your gold, support our Lady Redskins, and help us make a difference! 🏐💛
Homecoming Week is here, and we’re looking forward to a great week across Pocahontas School District!
Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate in this week’s Homecoming Dress-Up Days and show their Redskin spirit.
Check out your building’s graphic below for the dress-up theme for each day.
🌴 Bringing the Heat in Redskin Paradise!
We’re looking forward to a great week of traditions, school spirit, and Homecoming fun! ❤️🤍
Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate in this week’s Homecoming Dress-Up Days and show their Redskin spirit.
Check out your building’s graphic below for the dress-up theme for each day.
🌴 Bringing the Heat in Redskin Paradise!
We’re looking forward to a great week of traditions, school spirit, and Homecoming fun! ❤️🤍
BUS ROUTE UPDATE
Please be advised that the CANOE and FLOWER bus routes will be double routed this afternoon and are expected to run approximately 30 minutes late.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
SENIOR NIGHT | REDSKIN TENNIS
Join us tonight as we celebrate our PHS senior tennis players and their dedication to the program as the Redskins take on Westside!
📍 Chase McDonnough Tennis Courts
⏰ First Serve: 3:30 PM
Come out and support our seniors as they prepare for the District Tournament on Monday and work toward another trip to STATE!
Let’s go, Redskins! ❤️🤍
💉 SCHOOL FLU CLINICS
Flu vaccination clinics will be held at Pocahontas School District in October.
📅 October 7: Pocahontas Elementary & M.D. Williams Intermediate
📅 October 8: Pocahontas Junior High & Pocahontas High School
Consent packets will be sent home with students in the coming days. Parents/guardians who would like their student to receive a flu vaccine during the school clinic must complete and return both the flu consent form packet AND the FERPA form.
Please be watching for these forms to come home with your student this week!
Flu vaccination clinics will be held at Pocahontas School District in October.
📅 October 7: Pocahontas Elementary & M.D. Williams Intermediate
📅 October 8: Pocahontas Junior High & Pocahontas High School
Consent packets will be sent home with students in the coming days. Parents/guardians who would like their student to receive a flu vaccine during the school clinic must complete and return both the flu consent form packet AND the FERPA form.
Please be watching for these forms to come home with your student this week!
It’s almost one of our favorite weeks of the year at Pocahontas School District, and we’re ready to bring the heat in REDSKIN PARADISE! ❤️
🏝️ 2026 HOMECOMING: REDSKIN PARADISE
🔥 “Bringing the Heat in Redskin Paradise!”
Homecoming Week is September 28–October 2, and we’re looking forward to a full week of Redskin spirit across the district!
Check out the graphic below for your building’s dress-up days and start planning those Homecoming Week outfits!
Dress up. Show your spirit. Bring the heat.
It’s almost Homecoming Week in REDSKIN PARADISE!
🏝️ 2026 HOMECOMING: REDSKIN PARADISE
🔥 “Bringing the Heat in Redskin Paradise!”
Homecoming Week is September 28–October 2, and we’re looking forward to a full week of Redskin spirit across the district!
Check out the graphic below for your building’s dress-up days and start planning those Homecoming Week outfits!
Dress up. Show your spirit. Bring the heat.
It’s almost Homecoming Week in REDSKIN PARADISE!
