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!
Early Release Wednesday is TODAY!
⏰ Early dismissal begins at 1:35 PM for PES and MDW car riders utilizing the church and funeral home pickup locations. All other early release dismissal is at 1:45 PM.
🚌 Buses will run at their regularly scheduled times. Students remaining on campus will participate in supervised educational activities.
Thank you for your continued cooperation!
📢 EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY REMINDER!
Pocahontas School District will have Early Release Wednesday tomorrow, September 23, at 1:45 PM!
-Please communicate dismissal plans in advance.
-Have car tags ready and follow staff directions during pickup.
-Student checkouts should be completed by 1:15 PM.
-Buses will run at their regular times, and students remaining on campus will participate in supervised educational activities.
Thank you for your continued cooperation!
📚 PJHS | PROGRESS REPORTS
Progress reports are now available for families to view in Home Access Center (HAC).
Parents and guardians are encouraged to log in and review their student’s current progress.
Thank you for staying connected and involved in your student’s education! ❤️
Progress reports are now available for families to view in Home Access Center (HAC).
Parents and guardians are encouraged to log in and review their student’s current progress.
Thank you for staying connected and involved in your student’s education! ❤️
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS!
Please join us in congratulating Jennifer Smith, Katie Clark, and Donna Lemmons on receiving their certificates of completion for the ADE DESE CNU Culinary Directions Manager Certification Program!
Over the past three years, these ladies have invested their time in professional growth, sharpening their culinary skills, learning new techniques, and bringing fresh ideas back to our school kitchens.
Their commitment to continued learning is another example of the care and dedication our School Nutrition Team brings to serving our students each day.
We are proud of Jennifer, Katie, and Donna for this accomplishment and for representing Pocahontas School District so well!
Congratulations, ladies!
Please join us in congratulating Jennifer Smith, Katie Clark, and Donna Lemmons on receiving their certificates of completion for the ADE DESE CNU Culinary Directions Manager Certification Program!
Over the past three years, these ladies have invested their time in professional growth, sharpening their culinary skills, learning new techniques, and bringing fresh ideas back to our school kitchens.
Their commitment to continued learning is another example of the care and dedication our School Nutrition Team brings to serving our students each day.
We are proud of Jennifer, Katie, and Donna for this accomplishment and for representing Pocahontas School District so well!
Congratulations, ladies!
🍎 DID YOU KNOW?
All PSD students receive FREE breakfast and lunch each school day!
For students who miss breakfast in the morning, Second Chance Breakfast is available between 1st and 2nd hour, giving students another opportunity to grab breakfast and start the day fueled and ready to learn.
Even though meals are free, families still need to complete the annual meal application. These applications are important in helping Pocahontas School District maintain the programs that allow us to continue providing free meals to ALL students.
PJHS families, please take a few minutes to complete yours today!
👉 https://secure.ezmealapp.com/ApplicationScreen.aspx
It only takes a few minutes and helps support our district! ❤️
All PSD students receive FREE breakfast and lunch each school day!
For students who miss breakfast in the morning, Second Chance Breakfast is available between 1st and 2nd hour, giving students another opportunity to grab breakfast and start the day fueled and ready to learn.
Even though meals are free, families still need to complete the annual meal application. These applications are important in helping Pocahontas School District maintain the programs that allow us to continue providing free meals to ALL students.
PJHS families, please take a few minutes to complete yours today!
👉 https://secure.ezmealapp.com/ApplicationScreen.aspx
It only takes a few minutes and helps support our district! ❤️
The football games listed on the schedule for Monday at Hoxie were played last Monday.
There will be NO football games played on Monday, September 21.
Celebrating Progress. Continuing the Work.
We have some good news to celebrate in Pocahontas!
Over the past several years, our district has been intentional about building a more consistent approach to teaching and learning. We have developed a districtwide strategic plan, strengthened curriculum and instructional resources, expanded the use of student data, and worked to create greater consistency in what we expect students to learn and how we respond when they need additional support.
We developed a plan, and our teachers, staff, and administrators have been doing the hard work of putting that plan into practice. Now, we are beginning to see encouraging evidence of progress.
Our 2025–26 results show:
-The percentage of students reaching Levels 3 and 4 increased in ELA, math, and science.
-Our district Achievement score increased to 86.29, its highest level in the past three years.
-In math, the percentage of students in our lowest 25% meeting their growth target increasing to 55.60%.
-Our Success Ready score reached its highest level in the past three years, while progress toward Merit and Distinction increased to 67.94%.
These results are worth celebrating. They represent students learning, teachers responding to student needs, and staff throughout our district working every day to create better opportunities for kids.
They also remind us that the work is not finished. Some areas improved significantly, while others show us where we need to continue focusing our attention.
Our goal is simple: to be better today than we were yesterday and better tomorrow than we are today.
We developed a plan. We are working the plan. We are seeing progress. And we will continue learning, responding, and improving.
Today, we celebrate our students and staff. Tomorrow, we keep working..
We have some good news to celebrate in Pocahontas!
Over the past several years, our district has been intentional about building a more consistent approach to teaching and learning. We have developed a districtwide strategic plan, strengthened curriculum and instructional resources, expanded the use of student data, and worked to create greater consistency in what we expect students to learn and how we respond when they need additional support.
We developed a plan, and our teachers, staff, and administrators have been doing the hard work of putting that plan into practice. Now, we are beginning to see encouraging evidence of progress.
Our 2025–26 results show:
-The percentage of students reaching Levels 3 and 4 increased in ELA, math, and science.
-Our district Achievement score increased to 86.29, its highest level in the past three years.
-In math, the percentage of students in our lowest 25% meeting their growth target increasing to 55.60%.
-Our Success Ready score reached its highest level in the past three years, while progress toward Merit and Distinction increased to 67.94%.
These results are worth celebrating. They represent students learning, teachers responding to student needs, and staff throughout our district working every day to create better opportunities for kids.
They also remind us that the work is not finished. Some areas improved significantly, while others show us where we need to continue focusing our attention.
Our goal is simple: to be better today than we were yesterday and better tomorrow than we are today.
We developed a plan. We are working the plan. We are seeing progress. And we will continue learning, responding, and improving.
Today, we celebrate our students and staff. Tomorrow, we keep working..
