☀️🍎 Summer Meals Are Here! 🍎☀️
Pocahontas School District is excited to offer FREE bulk meal pick-up for children ages 18 and under this summer!
Each meal package includes:
✅ 5 Breakfasts
✅ 5 Lunches
📅 Pick-Up Dates: June 22 & June 29, 2026
📍 Multiple pick-up locations are available throughout the community. See the flyer below for locations and times.
➡️ No registration required.
➡️ First come, first served while supplies last.
➡️ Meals must be picked up by the child or a parent/guardian.
➡️ Limit one pick-up per child.
We’re proud to help keep our students fueled and ready for a great summer!
📚✏️ Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic Reminder! ✏️📚
The Randolph County Health Unit will be hosting a Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic on July 28, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Randolph County Health Unit
407 Camp Road
Pocahontas, AR 72455
Parents and guardians are encouraged to make sure students are up to date on required immunizations before the new school year begins.
📞 For appointments or more information, call 870-892-5239.
Let’s get our students healthy, prepared, and ready for a great school year! 🍎🚌📚
The Pocahontas Redskin Shooting Team recently competed in the Arkansas Farm Bureau Foundation FFA/4-H Trap Shoot. The team posted a score of 212 out of 250, earning a 14th-place finish out of 40 teams from across the state.
The team represented Pocahontas well and continues to show growth and improvement throughout its inaugural season. Competing against strong teams from across Arkansas provided valuable experience and an opportunity for our students to demonstrate their marksmanship, safety skills, and sportsmanship.
The Pocahontas Shooting Team would like to thank Randolph County Farm Bureau and Baltz Feed Co. for their generous support of our program. Their sponsorship helps provide opportunities for our students to participate in competitions and continue developing their skills.
The team represented Pocahontas well and continues to show growth and improvement throughout its inaugural season. Competing against strong teams from across Arkansas provided valuable experience and an opportunity for our students to demonstrate their marksmanship, safety skills, and sportsmanship.
The Pocahontas Shooting Team would like to thank Randolph County Farm Bureau and Baltz Feed Co. for their generous support of our program. Their sponsorship helps provide opportunities for our students to participate in competitions and continue developing their skills.
The Pocahontas Redskin Shooting Team recently had both a Junior High team and a Senior High team qualify for the Arkansas Youth Shooting Sports (YSS) State Tournament. This tournament brings together teams from all classifications across the state, allowing students to compete against the best shooters in Arkansas regardless of school size.
The Senior High team posted a score of 104 out of 125 in the opening round, falling to Westside, which went on to finish 6th overall in the tournament.
The Junior High team scored a 108 out of 125 in the first round to advance and followed with a 95 out of 125 in the second round. Their performance earned them a finish among the top 32 teams in the state.
We are proud of our student-athletes and the hard work they put in throughout the season while representing Pocahontas with pride.
🌞🎉 Migrant Summer Camp is Here! 🎉🌞
We are excited to welcome students to Migrant Summer Camp on:
📅 June 1–5 and June 8–12
Get ready for a fun and educational experience packed with engaging activities each day, culminating in a special Fun Day on June 12! 🎈🎨⚽
🚌 Transportation: Bus routes will be available for students. Buses will begin pick-ups at 6:45. Parents may also choose to drop off and pick up their children each day.
🍎 Meals Provided:
• Breakfast served at 7:45 a.m.
• Lunch provided before dismissal
⏰ Students will load buses and return home at 12:45 p.m.
✅ Attendance is very important! Please make plans for your child to attend every day so they can get the most out of this exciting opportunity.
📞 If you have any questions, please contact the Migrant Office at 870-892-4573 ext. 5009.
We can't wait to see everyone for two weeks of learning, fun, and memories! ☀️📚💙 #MigrantSummerCamp #LearningAndFun #SeeYouThere
📢 Attention Jr. High Redskin Football Players & Families:
The bus for Junior High Pad Camp will leave Monday, June 1 at 8:00 AM.
Please help us spread the word to all Jr. High football players.
🚨 We’re Hiring at Pocahontas School District! 🚨
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students every day!
Current Open Positions:
⭐ Certified Dyslexia Interventionist (PJHS/PHS)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (PJHS)
⭐ Band Director (PHS)
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (multiple positions at M.D. Williams)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (multiple positions at PES)
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered environment where educators and staff can thrive. If you’re passionate about impacting students and being part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today: https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/page/careers
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students every day!
Current Open Positions:
⭐ Certified Dyslexia Interventionist (PJHS/PHS)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (PJHS)
⭐ Band Director (PHS)
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (multiple positions at M.D. Williams)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (multiple positions at PES)
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered environment where educators and staff can thrive. If you’re passionate about impacting students and being part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today: https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/page/careers
🚨 We’re Hiring at Pocahontas School District! 🚨
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students every day!
Current Open Positions:
⭐ Certified Dyslexia Interventionist (PJHS/PHS)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (PJHS)
⭐ Band Director (PHS)
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (multiple positions at M.D. Williams)
⭐ SpEd Paraprofessional (multiple positions at PES)
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered environment where educators and staff can thrive. If you’re passionate about impacting students and being part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today: https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/page/careers
That’s a wrap on the 2025–2026 school year! ☀️🎉
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for a year filled with hard work, growth, memories, and accomplishments. We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer break!
Enjoy your summer, Redskins! ❤️🤍
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for a year filled with hard work, growth, memories, and accomplishments. We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer break!
Enjoy your summer, Redskins! ❤️🤍
Pocahontas School District will be offering FREE breakfast and lunch for children ages 0-18 beginning May 27 through June 19! ☀️🍎
Meals will be served Monday-Friday at the M.D. Williams Cafeteria:
🥞 Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
🍔 Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Please note: Meals must be consumed in the cafeteria.
We’re proud to continue serving our students and community throughout the summer! Be sure to check out the attached menu for meal options.
Coach Herring’s classes recently welcomed a visitor from the nature center for a fun hands-on project!
Students created fish habitats that will be placed in the nature center’s pond. Thank you to the nature center for providing this great learning opportunity for our students!
Join us today as we celebrate and honor our retiring employees for their years of dedication, hard work, and impact on Pocahontas School District. ❤️
We are proud to recognize students who were recently honored and presented at the Board of Education meeting!
Our FFA students were recognized for their hard work and accomplishments, while EAST students showcased an incredible communication board they designed and printed in partnership with our SPED department.
These projects and achievements are a great example of students using leadership, creativity, and collaboration to make a meaningful impact in our schools and community. Great things are happening at Pocahontas!
As we wrap up another great school year, we want to remind our families of a few important dates:
Last Day of School: Friday, May 22
First Day of School for Students (2026-2027): Wednesday, August 12
We’re looking forward to finishing the year strong and hope everyone enjoys a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer break. Thank you for another wonderful year at Pocahontas School District!
Last Day of School: Friday, May 22
First Day of School for Students (2026-2027): Wednesday, August 12
We’re looking forward to finishing the year strong and hope everyone enjoys a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer break. Thank you for another wonderful year at Pocahontas School District!
The Pocahontas Football staff will host a parent meeting on Tuesday, May 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Pocahontas High School cafeteria for all students entering 7th–12th grade football.
Important information regarding the upcoming season will be discussed, and all players and parents are encouraged to attend.
Please be reminded that all student medications must be picked up from your child’s school building no later than 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22.
Any medications not picked up by this deadline will be destroyed.
If you have questions, please contact your child’s school office or nurse. Thank you for your attention to this important reminder.
Any medications not picked up by this deadline will be destroyed.
If you have questions, please contact your child’s school office or nurse. Thank you for your attention to this important reminder.
The Redskins Shooting Team competed this weekend at the Arkansas Youth Shooting Sports (YSS) Eastern Regional held at the Arkansas Game and Fish Shooting Sports Complex in Jacksonville, AR.
This tournament featured teams from all classifications across eastern Arkansas, competing for a chance to advance to the State Shoot.
Our Sr. High Red Team qualified for the State Shoot, placing 16th out of 98 squads with a team score of 220. Top shooters were Wade Zitzelberger, Kipton Jansen, and Abe Hibbard, each scoring 46/50, placing them in the top 17% of 423 senior shooters. Peyton Amos followed closely with a 45/50.
Our Jr. High team had 3 squads compete, with the Jr. Red Team advancing to State after placing 12th out of 80 squads. Top shooters were Jackson Vanwinkle, whose 23/25 placed him in the top 7% of 354 junior shooters, and Abel Johnson and August French, whose 21/25 placed them in the top 20%.
This tournament featured teams from all classifications across eastern Arkansas, competing for a chance to advance to the State Shoot.
Our Sr. High Red Team qualified for the State Shoot, placing 16th out of 98 squads with a team score of 220. Top shooters were Wade Zitzelberger, Kipton Jansen, and Abe Hibbard, each scoring 46/50, placing them in the top 17% of 423 senior shooters. Peyton Amos followed closely with a 45/50.
Our Jr. High team had 3 squads compete, with the Jr. Red Team advancing to State after placing 12th out of 80 squads. Top shooters were Jackson Vanwinkle, whose 23/25 placed him in the top 7% of 354 junior shooters, and Abel Johnson and August French, whose 21/25 placed them in the top 20%.
PJHS will host the Spring Semester Awards Assembly on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the PJHS Gymnasium as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students this semester!
📍 PJHS Gymnasium
7th Grade — 8:30 AM
8th Grade — 9:15 AM
9th Grade — 10:00 AM
We look forward to recognizing the hard work, growth, and success of our students! ❤️🤍
The Pocahontas Shooting Team recently traveled to Corning to compete in the Black River Trap Club YSS Tournament.
Our Junior High squad brought home 3rd place overall, with August French shooting a perfect 25/25 in the seeding round.
Our Senior High squad earned 2nd place overall, led by Kipton Jansen, who recorded 75 straight targets, finishing the day with an impressive 121/125 and earning the Champion of Champions award.
We also had many students record their personal best scores throughout the day. It was a great day to be a Redskin!
Our Junior High squad brought home 3rd place overall, with August French shooting a perfect 25/25 in the seeding round.
Our Senior High squad earned 2nd place overall, led by Kipton Jansen, who recorded 75 straight targets, finishing the day with an impressive 121/125 and earning the Champion of Champions award.
We also had many students record their personal best scores throughout the day. It was a great day to be a Redskin!
Ms. Bodenhamer’s classes recently welcomed several special visitors for hands-on learning experiences!
April Duff, Randolph County Deputy Clerk and Election Coordinator, spoke with students about elections and local government. Jimmy Downs shared Mexican-American War reenactment items and historical insight, while Dr. Brent Miller from the Department of Education taught classes throughout the day about the Mexican-American War.
We appreciate each of them for investing their time in our students!
