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!
The Pocahontas Football staff will host a parent meeting on 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. ❤️🏈🤍
PJHS students who scored a Level 4 on their ATLAS test recently celebrated their hard work with a trip to Hijinx! 🎉
Parent & Guardian Survey – Early Release Wednesdays
Our district is asking for your input to help us better plan for Early Release Wednesdays for the upcoming school year.
Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey. Your feedback is extremely important and will help us make decisions that best support students, families, and staff.
👉 Survey link: https://forms.gle/icJfRH5gBy1YMDjR6
Thank you for supporting our students!
The Junior High National Honor Society recently welcomed new inductees while celebrating the continued dedication of our returning members.
We are proud of these students for their commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Congratulations to all members on this outstanding achievement!
We are requesting community input regarding Early Release Wednesdays.
Please take a few moments to complete the following form:
👉 https://forms.gle/yJbm7To3zD543RMdA
Your feedback is valuable and will assist us to better meet the needs of our students, families, and staff.
We appreciate your time and continued support of our schools.
📚 PJHS Families — Please review these two important upcoming events!
✅ Spring Semester Test Schedule
Semester testing will take place May 20–22. Please see the attached schedule for testing days and times. Students eligible for semester test exemptions will be notified ahead of time.
🏆 PJHS Spring Semester Awards Assembly
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 • PJHS Gymnasium
7th Grade — 8:30 AM
8th Grade — 9:15 AM
9th Grade — 10:00 AM
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our students!
✅ Spring Semester Test Schedule
Semester testing will take place May 20–22. Please see the attached schedule for testing days and times. Students eligible for semester test exemptions will be notified ahead of time.
🏆 PJHS Spring Semester Awards Assembly
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 • PJHS Gymnasium
7th Grade — 8:30 AM
8th Grade — 9:15 AM
9th Grade — 10:00 AM
We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our students!
The Pocahontas Trap Team traveled to the Jonesboro Shooting Complex this week to compete in a YSS-format tournament.
We had two Senior High teams competing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 25 teams and advanced to bracket play, where they were eliminated in the first round. The White Team competed well but did not place in the top 16 to advance.
Our Junior High teams also had a strong showing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 19 teams and advanced to bracket play, falling in the first round. The White Team placed 16th out of 19 and also made it to bracket play.
We are proud of the effort from all of our shooters and look forward to competing this Saturday in Corning!
We had two Senior High teams competing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 25 teams and advanced to bracket play, where they were eliminated in the first round. The White Team competed well but did not place in the top 16 to advance.
Our Junior High teams also had a strong showing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 19 teams and advanced to bracket play, falling in the first round. The White Team placed 16th out of 19 and also made it to bracket play.
We are proud of the effort from all of our shooters and look forward to competing this Saturday in Corning!
Friendly reminder:
The PJHS National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be held tomorrow, Thursday, May 7 at 9:00 AM in the Junior High Cafeteria.
We are excited to celebrate our new and returning members and recognize their hard work and achievements. Congratulations to all of our honorees!
Today we celebrate the care, compassion, and dedication of our school nurses. ❤️
Thank you for the countless ways you support our students and staff each day—providing comfort, care, encouragement, and a safe place for so many. From scraped knees to steady reassurance, your impact reaches far beyond! We are grateful for all you do to help keep our schools healthy, supported, and ready to learn.
Happy National School Nurse Day!
Thank you for the countless ways you support our students and staff each day—providing comfort, care, encouragement, and a safe place for so many. From scraped knees to steady reassurance, your impact reaches far beyond! We are grateful for all you do to help keep our schools healthy, supported, and ready to learn.
Happy National School Nurse Day!
Junior high students recently earned incentives for their hard work, positive choices, and achievements! 👏
We’re proud of the effort they’re putting in each day—keep it up!
📅 2026–2027 School Calendar Update
Pocahontas School District is excited to share an important update for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year calendar. In an effort to better support student learning and staff collaboration, a new schedule adjustment has been built into the calendar:
On weeks with five full student contact days, students will be released early on Wednesdays at 1:45 PM.
Clarification:
If a week includes fewer than five student contact days (such as a four-day week or a week with a holiday), dismissal will follow the regular schedule.
On full five-day student contact weeks, early dismissal at 1:45 PM will occur every Wednesday.
Important Details:
Students who require or utilize district-provided transportation will remain on campus until regular dismissal time.
During this time, supervised academic opportunities and activities will be available for students.
This adjustment is designed to provide dedicated time for meaningful academic support, enrichment opportunities for students, and professional collaboration among staff.
We believe this addition will strengthen the overall educational experience for our students while supporting our staff in delivering the highest quality instruction.
Thank you for your continued support of Pocahontas School District and our commitment to student success.
Softball and Baseball Regionals are set for this week at Brookland! 🥎⚾️
📍 Location: Brookland
🗓 Thursday, May 7
⚾️ Baseball vs. Stuttgart — 12:30 PM
🥎 Softball vs. Blytheville — 3:00 PM
Be sure to check out the attached brackets and ticket information so you’re ready for game day!
Go Redskins!❤️🤍
The PJHS Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society welcomes the families of new and returning members to the 2025–2026 Induction Ceremony.
📅 Thursday, May 7
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Junior High Cafeteria
To attend the ceremony, members must have their signed forms and $15 dues turned in to the office by Tuesday, May 5.
For questions, please contact jordan.farris@pocahontaspsd.com
We look forward to celebrating the achievements of these outstanding students!
📅 Thursday, May 7
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Junior High Cafeteria
To attend the ceremony, members must have their signed forms and $15 dues turned in to the office by Tuesday, May 5.
For questions, please contact jordan.farris@pocahontaspsd.com
We look forward to celebrating the achievements of these outstanding students!
🤝 Building Community through Service: Class of 2030
This morning, our 8th graders met with Mrs. Phelps to kick off their Community Service Learning (CSL) journey! Even though these students will be staying in the Junior High building for 9th grade, they are officially starting their path toward the 75 service hours required for high school graduation.
Parents & Families: Incoming 9th graders can begin logging hours as early as June 1st. We recommend a goal of 15 hours this upcoming year to stay on track. General information has been uploaded to student Google Classrooms and Thrillshare Rooms, but please note that all documentation must be submitted on paper. Students can pick up these forms in the gray hanging files outside Mrs. Phelps’s office.
To our local Civic & Non-Profit Groups:
We are always looking to expand our list of Approved Volunteer Partners! If your organization has opportunities for students to serve and give back, we would love to connect with you.
Want to partner with us or need more info?
Please contact the PJHS or PHS Counseling Offices for details on how to get your organization added to our approved list.
Let’s work together to help our students make a difference! ❤️
#PocahontasRedskins #ClassOf2030 #CSL#PJHS
Game Day Update
⚾ Baseball travels to Walnut Ridge today
🕞 3:30 PM
🥎 Softball hosts Hoxie in Pocahontas
🕟 4:30 PM
Regional brackets will be shared soon—please be on the lookout for that information.
⚾ Baseball travels to Walnut Ridge today
🕞 3:30 PM
🥎 Softball hosts Hoxie in Pocahontas
🕟 4:30 PM
Regional brackets will be shared soon—please be on the lookout for that information.
Happy Principal Appreciation Day to our incredible principals! Your commitment to our students, staff, and community does not go unnoticed. You lead with vision, support with purpose, and create environments where learning and growth thrive.
Thank you for the countless decisions, long hours, and steady leadership you provide—today and every day. We are proud to have you leading the way at Pocahontas School District.
Thank you for the countless decisions, long hours, and steady leadership you provide—today and every day. We are proud to have you leading the way at Pocahontas School District.
🍎 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our students fueled, cared for, and ready to learn each day—our amazing cafeteria staff!
From early mornings to busy lunch periods, they serve with kindness, consistency, and a smile, making a difference in the lives of our students far beyond the lunch line.
We are grateful for all they do to support our schools and our students every single day. Be sure to take a moment to thank a School Lunch Hero today!
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our students fueled, cared for, and ready to learn each day—our amazing cafeteria staff!
From early mornings to busy lunch periods, they serve with kindness, consistency, and a smile, making a difference in the lives of our students far beyond the lunch line.
We are grateful for all they do to support our schools and our students every single day. Be sure to take a moment to thank a School Lunch Hero today!
Congratulations to our high school baseball team on an incredible season, finishing as Conference and District Runner-Up!
They’re not done yet—next stop: the Regional Tournament at Brookland next Thursday.
At PJHS, great things are happening behind the scenes! Our math, english, and science teachers have been working collaboratively to strengthen instructional strategies, align pacing, and thoughtfully plan for the upcoming school year. Their teamwork and dedication ensure we continue providing high-quality learning experiences for all students. We’re excited about what’s ahead! 📚
