📣 EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY | PJHS
Today is Early Release Wednesday!
⏰ Early release begins at 1:45 PM.
🚗 Families utilizing the Horseshoe for car pickup, please remember to follow the designated PJHS traffic lanes, pull all the way forward, remain in your vehicle, and follow staff directions.
💬 Please make sure your student and their teacher know the expected dismissal plan for today. We understand plans can change, but communicating ahead of time helps dismissal run more smoothly.
📚 Students remaining on campus will continue to be engaged in educational activities until regular dismissal, and buses will run at their normal times.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
📣 EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 2
Early Release Wednesday is happening again this Wednesday, September 2!
As we continue working to make the process smoother and more efficient for our families, a few small changes are being made to improve the car pickup experience. We’ll share more information about those updates tomorrow for PES, so be on the lookout!
A few reminders as we prepare for Wednesday:
🚗 Remember the Horseshoe traffic flow for MDW and PJHS car pickup, and please continue to follow designated lanes and staff directions.
🏷️ MDW families: Please remember to have your car pickup tag clearly displayed in your vehicle. Having your tag visible and ready will help our staff identify students more quickly and keep the pickup line moving.
💬 Talk with your student and their teacher ahead of Wednesday about dismissal plans. We understand plans can change, but having that conversation ahead of time helps students and staff know what to expect and makes dismissal smoother for everyone.
⏰ Please take care of student checkouts before 1:15 PM. As dismissal approaches, office staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal, so checkouts, phone calls, and other office communication will be limited after 1:15 PM.
📚 Students remaining on campus will continue to be engaged in educational activities until regular dismissal, and buses will run at their normal times.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we continue fine-tuning the Early Release Wednesday process!
Early Release Wednesday is happening again this Wednesday, September 2!
As we continue working to make the process smoother and more efficient for our families, a few small changes are being made to improve the car pickup experience. We’ll share more information about those updates tomorrow for PES, so be on the lookout!
A few reminders as we prepare for Wednesday:
🚗 Remember the Horseshoe traffic flow for MDW and PJHS car pickup, and please continue to follow designated lanes and staff directions.
🏷️ MDW families: Please remember to have your car pickup tag clearly displayed in your vehicle. Having your tag visible and ready will help our staff identify students more quickly and keep the pickup line moving.
💬 Talk with your student and their teacher ahead of Wednesday about dismissal plans. We understand plans can change, but having that conversation ahead of time helps students and staff know what to expect and makes dismissal smoother for everyone.
⏰ Please take care of student checkouts before 1:15 PM. As dismissal approaches, office staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal, so checkouts, phone calls, and other office communication will be limited after 1:15 PM.
📚 Students remaining on campus will continue to be engaged in educational activities until regular dismissal, and buses will run at their normal times.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we continue fine-tuning the Early Release Wednesday process!
It’s another busy week for Redskin Athletics!
Take a look at what’s coming up this week and make plans to get out and support our student-athletes as they compete!
📲 Want to keep up with all things Pocahontas Athletics? Download the BallFrog Athletics app for schedules, updates, scores, and more — all in one place!
Check out this week’s schedule below, mark your calendars, and come cheer on the Redskins! ❤️
Good luck to all of our athletes and coaches this week!
Take a look at what’s coming up this week and make plans to get out and support our student-athletes as they compete!
📲 Want to keep up with all things Pocahontas Athletics? Download the BallFrog Athletics app for schedules, updates, scores, and more — all in one place!
Check out this week’s schedule below, mark your calendars, and come cheer on the Redskins! ❤️
Good luck to all of our athletes and coaches this week!
Community Safety Update
Pocahontas Families and Community,
This evening, we were made aware of a social media post associated with a recent TikTok trend that has reached our community. An image is circulating that appears to show the Cat in the Hat character sitting on a trash can outside Pocahontas High School after dark. The image appears to have been digitally or AI-generated and is being shared through social media.
I want to make sure our families have accurate information and understand how we are responding.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We are aware of the post and are working with local law enforcement to ensure the situation is appropriately addressed. As an additional precaution, there will be an increased presence on our campus tomorrow.
At this time, I encourage students and families not to contribute to the spread of rumors or speculation surrounding social media posts such as this. If students or families become aware of information that may represent a legitimate safety concern, please share it directly with a school administrator or law enforcement rather than circulating it on social media.
We appreciate the cooperation of our families, students, staff, and local law enforcement as we work together to keep our schools safe and focused on what matters most—providing our students a safe environment in which they can learn.
Thank you for your continued support of the Pocahontas School District.
Dr. Lance Arbuckle
Superintendent
Coach Maddox’s class has been busy learning, working together, and having a little fun along the way!
It’s always great to see our students engaged and enjoying their time in the classroom.
It’s always great to see our students engaged and enjoying their time in the classroom.
📢 TODAY IS EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY!
Early Release begins at 1:45 PM today, August 26. As we prepare for dismissal, please take a moment to review a few important reminders — especially our NEW horseshoe traffic flow for MDW and PJHS.
NEW HORSESHOE TRAFFIC FLOW
MDW car pickup should use the TWO OUTER LANES, marked in RED on the traffic graphic.
PJHS car pickup should use the TWO INNER LANES, marked in BLUE.
Picking up students from BOTH MDW & PJHS? Please use the MDW outer lanes. This is the safest option for our younger Redskins.
MDW FAMILIES: HAVE YOUR CAR TAG READY!
Please make sure your MDW car tag is clearly displayed and visible as you enter the pickup area. Having tags ready will help staff identify students quickly and keep the line moving.
HORSESHOE REMINDERS
Please remain in your vehicle, pull all the way forward, and follow the directions of staff members who will be outside assisting with traffic and student pickup. Your cooperation will help us keep vehicles moving safely and efficiently.
PLAN AHEAD BEFORE 1:15 PM
As dismissal approaches, our building staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal procedures. Student checkouts and phone communication will be limited after 1:15 PM, so please take care of any necessary arrangements or changes before 1:15 PM whenever possible.
BUSES WILL RUN AT THEIR NORMAL TIMES
Buses will NOT run at 1:45 PM. Students who remain on campus will continue to be supervised and actively engaged in educational and academic activities until regular dismissal. This time provides meaningful opportunities for continued learning, academic support, and student engagement.
Today will be our first day using the new horseshoe traffic flow, so we appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we work through the process together.
Please review the traffic graphic before arriving today, and help us keep dismissal safe, organized, and moving! ❤️🤍
Early Release begins at 1:45 PM today, August 26. As we prepare for dismissal, please take a moment to review a few important reminders — especially our NEW horseshoe traffic flow for MDW and PJHS.
NEW HORSESHOE TRAFFIC FLOW
MDW car pickup should use the TWO OUTER LANES, marked in RED on the traffic graphic.
PJHS car pickup should use the TWO INNER LANES, marked in BLUE.
Picking up students from BOTH MDW & PJHS? Please use the MDW outer lanes. This is the safest option for our younger Redskins.
MDW FAMILIES: HAVE YOUR CAR TAG READY!
Please make sure your MDW car tag is clearly displayed and visible as you enter the pickup area. Having tags ready will help staff identify students quickly and keep the line moving.
HORSESHOE REMINDERS
Please remain in your vehicle, pull all the way forward, and follow the directions of staff members who will be outside assisting with traffic and student pickup. Your cooperation will help us keep vehicles moving safely and efficiently.
PLAN AHEAD BEFORE 1:15 PM
As dismissal approaches, our building staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal procedures. Student checkouts and phone communication will be limited after 1:15 PM, so please take care of any necessary arrangements or changes before 1:15 PM whenever possible.
BUSES WILL RUN AT THEIR NORMAL TIMES
Buses will NOT run at 1:45 PM. Students who remain on campus will continue to be supervised and actively engaged in educational and academic activities until regular dismissal. This time provides meaningful opportunities for continued learning, academic support, and student engagement.
Today will be our first day using the new horseshoe traffic flow, so we appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we work through the process together.
Please review the traffic graphic before arriving today, and help us keep dismissal safe, organized, and moving! ❤️🤍
📢 Every Family Needs to Complete a Meal Application!
Although Pocahontas School District participates in Provision 2, every household must still submit a meal application this school year.
These applications are essential to help our district maintain eligibility for Provision 2 in the future and continue supporting programs that benefit our students and schools.
✅ Apply online at ezmealapp.com
📄 Prefer a paper copy? Applications are also available at your child's school office.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to support our schools and help us continue providing opportunities for our students. ❤️
Although Pocahontas School District participates in Provision 2, every household must still submit a meal application this school year.
These applications are essential to help our district maintain eligibility for Provision 2 in the future and continue supporting programs that benefit our students and schools.
✅ Apply online at ezmealapp.com
📄 Prefer a paper copy? Applications are also available at your child's school office.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to support our schools and help us continue providing opportunities for our students. ❤️
📢 PJHS | EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY UPDATE
Early Release will occur this Wednesday, 8/26!
As a reminder, PJHS asks that student checkouts be completed by 1:15 PM on Early Release Wednesdays.
As dismissal approaches, our office staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal procedures. Because of this, office and phone communication will be limited after 1:15 PM.
Please plan ahead for any early checkouts. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and running smoothly!
Early Release will occur this Wednesday, 8/26!
As a reminder, PJHS asks that student checkouts be completed by 1:15 PM on Early Release Wednesdays.
As dismissal approaches, our office staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal procedures. Because of this, office and phone communication will be limited after 1:15 PM.
Please plan ahead for any early checkouts. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and running smoothly!
IMPORTANT: Early Release Wednesday Horseshoe Traffic Information
MDW CAR PICKUP
Families picking up MDW students should use the TWO OUTER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in RED on the attached graphic.
PJHS CAR PICKUP
Families picking up PJHS students should use the TWO INNER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in BLUE on the attached graphic.
HAVE STUDENTS AT BOTH MDW & PJHS?
Please use the MDW outer lanes marked in RED. This allows us to keep our younger Redskins with the MDW pickup process and provides the safest option for dismissal.
PLEASE STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE
Parents and guardians should remain in their vehicles throughout the pickup process. Our staff will help get students safely to the appropriate vehicles.
PULL ALL THE WAY FORWARD
When entering your pickup lane, please continue to pull as far forward as space allows. Leaving gaps in the horseshoe can quickly cause traffic to back up and prevent other families from entering the pickup area.
FOLLOW STAFF DIRECTION
We will have staff members outside helping direct vehicles and keep traffic moving. Please kindly follow their directions. This will help us safely load multiple students at once and give all families the opportunity to pick up their students as quickly and efficiently as possible.
⚠️ These instructions apply to the horseshoe during Early Release Wednesday dismissal only.
We know this is still a new process, and we appreciate everyone's patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we continue working out the details. A little teamwork from all of us will go a long way toward making dismissal safer, faster, and smoother for everyone!
MDW CAR PICKUP
Families picking up MDW students should use the TWO OUTER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in RED on the attached graphic.
PJHS CAR PICKUP
Families picking up PJHS students should use the TWO INNER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in BLUE on the attached graphic.
HAVE STUDENTS AT BOTH MDW & PJHS?
Please use the MDW outer lanes marked in RED. This allows us to keep our younger Redskins with the MDW pickup process and provides the safest option for dismissal.
PLEASE STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE
Parents and guardians should remain in their vehicles throughout the pickup process. Our staff will help get students safely to the appropriate vehicles.
PULL ALL THE WAY FORWARD
When entering your pickup lane, please continue to pull as far forward as space allows. Leaving gaps in the horseshoe can quickly cause traffic to back up and prevent other families from entering the pickup area.
FOLLOW STAFF DIRECTION
We will have staff members outside helping direct vehicles and keep traffic moving. Please kindly follow their directions. This will help us safely load multiple students at once and give all families the opportunity to pick up their students as quickly and efficiently as possible.
⚠️ These instructions apply to the horseshoe during Early Release Wednesday dismissal only.
We know this is still a new process, and we appreciate everyone's patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we continue working out the details. A little teamwork from all of us will go a long way toward making dismissal safer, faster, and smoother for everyone!
📢 PJHS | EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY UPDATE
Early Release will occur this Wednesday, 8/26!
As a reminder, PJHS asks that student checkouts be completed by 1:15 PM on Early Release Wednesdays.
As dismissal approaches, our office staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal procedures. Because of this, office and phone communication will be limited after 1:15 PM.
Please plan ahead for any early checkouts. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and running smoothly!
Early Release will occur this Wednesday, 8/26!
As a reminder, PJHS asks that student checkouts be completed by 1:15 PM on Early Release Wednesdays.
As dismissal approaches, our office staff will be focused on coordinating students, transportation, and dismissal procedures. Because of this, office and phone communication will be limited after 1:15 PM.
Please plan ahead for any early checkouts. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and running smoothly!
IMPORTANT: Early Release Wednesday Horseshoe Traffic Information
MDW CAR PICKUP
Families picking up MDW students should use the TWO OUTER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in RED on the attached graphic.
PJHS CAR PICKUP
Families picking up PJHS students should use the TWO INNER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in BLUE on the attached graphic.
HAVE STUDENTS AT BOTH MDW & PJHS?
Please use the MDW outer lanes marked in RED. This allows us to keep our younger Redskins with the MDW pickup process and provides the safest option for dismissal.
PLEASE STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE
Parents and guardians should remain in their vehicles throughout the pickup process. Our staff will help get students safely to the appropriate vehicles.
PULL ALL THE WAY FORWARD
When entering your pickup lane, please continue to pull as far forward as space allows. Leaving gaps in the horseshoe can quickly cause traffic to back up and prevent other families from entering the pickup area.
FOLLOW STAFF DIRECTION
We will have staff members outside helping direct vehicles and keep traffic moving. Please kindly follow their directions. This will help us safely load multiple students at once and give all families the opportunity to pick up their students as quickly and efficiently as possible.
⚠️ These instructions apply to the horseshoe during Early Release Wednesday dismissal only.
We know this is still a new process, and we appreciate everyone's patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we continue working out the details. A little teamwork from all of us will go a long way toward making dismissal safer, faster, and smoother for everyone!
MDW CAR PICKUP
Families picking up MDW students should use the TWO OUTER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in RED on the attached graphic.
PJHS CAR PICKUP
Families picking up PJHS students should use the TWO INNER LANES of the horseshoe, marked in BLUE on the attached graphic.
HAVE STUDENTS AT BOTH MDW & PJHS?
Please use the MDW outer lanes marked in RED. This allows us to keep our younger Redskins with the MDW pickup process and provides the safest option for dismissal.
PLEASE STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE
Parents and guardians should remain in their vehicles throughout the pickup process. Our staff will help get students safely to the appropriate vehicles.
PULL ALL THE WAY FORWARD
When entering your pickup lane, please continue to pull as far forward as space allows. Leaving gaps in the horseshoe can quickly cause traffic to back up and prevent other families from entering the pickup area.
FOLLOW STAFF DIRECTION
We will have staff members outside helping direct vehicles and keep traffic moving. Please kindly follow their directions. This will help us safely load multiple students at once and give all families the opportunity to pick up their students as quickly and efficiently as possible.
⚠️ These instructions apply to the horseshoe during Early Release Wednesday dismissal only.
We know this is still a new process, and we appreciate everyone's patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we continue working out the details. A little teamwork from all of us will go a long way toward making dismissal safer, faster, and smoother for everyone!
🚨 IMPORTANT DISMISSAL NOTICE 🚨
Families who typically use the church parking lot near campus for student pickup should be aware that the lot will be CLOSED TODAY AND TOMORROW due to construction.
Please make alternate pickup arrangements for both days and plan accordingly before dismissal.
We know many of our families regularly use this area, so please help us spread the word to anyone who may be affected.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work to keep dismissal safe and running as smoothly as possible!
Families who typically use the church parking lot near campus for student pickup should be aware that the lot will be CLOSED TODAY AND TOMORROW due to construction.
Please make alternate pickup arrangements for both days and plan accordingly before dismissal.
We know many of our families regularly use this area, so please help us spread the word to anyone who may be affected.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work to keep dismissal safe and running as smoothly as possible!
Redskin Athletics are on the road today!
It’s a busy day for our Redskins with teams competing across Northeast Arkansas!
⛳ Golf travels to Paragould — 1:00 PM
🏐 Volleyball travels to Nettleton — 5:50 PM
🏈 Football travels to Walnut Ridge — 7:00 PM
Good luck, Redskins!
It’s a busy day for our Redskins with teams competing across Northeast Arkansas!
⛳ Golf travels to Paragould — 1:00 PM
🏐 Volleyball travels to Nettleton — 5:50 PM
🏈 Football travels to Walnut Ridge — 7:00 PM
Good luck, Redskins!
Fall Sports are HERE! 🏈🏐🏃♀️⛳🎾
Redskin fans, it’s time to mark those calendars! 📅 Check out our 2026 fall sports schedules and make plans to support our student-athletes all season long.
📱 Screenshot or save these schedules so you’ll have them handy!
And don’t forget to download the BallFrog Athletics app! Schedules can change throughout the season, and BallFrog is the best way to stay connected with the latest schedules, updates, scores, and Redskin Athletics information all in one place.
❤️🤍 Save the schedules. Download BallFrog. And we’ll see you in the stands!
Go Redskins!
📢 TODAY is our first Early Release Wednesday! ❤️🤍
As we navigate our first Early Release Wednesday across Pocahontas School District, here are a few important reminders for dismissal:
🕐 Early Release is at 1:45 PM for students whose dismissal plans allow them to leave campus early.
🚌 Buses will run at their REGULARLY scheduled times. Buses will not run at 1:45 PM.
🏫 Students who are not leaving at 1:45 PM will remain on campus, supervised, until their normal dismissal time.
📞 If you have questions or need to communicate a change in your student's dismissal or transportation plans, please contact your child's building directly.
Since this is our very first Early Release Wednesday, we appreciate everyone's patience and understanding as our students, staff, and families adjust to the new routine. Your cooperation will help us make the process better each time!
As we navigate our first Early Release Wednesday across Pocahontas School District, here are a few important reminders for dismissal:
🕐 Early Release is at 1:45 PM for students whose dismissal plans allow them to leave campus early.
🚌 Buses will run at their REGULARLY scheduled times. Buses will not run at 1:45 PM.
🏫 Students who are not leaving at 1:45 PM will remain on campus, supervised, until their normal dismissal time.
📞 If you have questions or need to communicate a change in your student's dismissal or transportation plans, please contact your child's building directly.
Since this is our very first Early Release Wednesday, we appreciate everyone's patience and understanding as our students, staff, and families adjust to the new routine. Your cooperation will help us make the process better each time!
Come out and support our Redskins at the PJHS benefit scrimmage tonight!🏈
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Home
🎟️ Admission: $5 for everyone
Only AAA passes will be accepted.
⚠️ Concession Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, concession sales will be very limited tonight. Limited drinks will be available for purchase, but food will not be available. Please plan accordingly.
Come out, fill the stands, and cheer on our Junior High Redskins! ❤️🤍
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Home
🎟️ Admission: $5 for everyone
Only AAA passes will be accepted.
⚠️ Concession Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, concession sales will be very limited tonight. Limited drinks will be available for purchase, but food will not be available. Please plan accordingly.
Come out, fill the stands, and cheer on our Junior High Redskins! ❤️🤍
📢 PJHS Parents & Guardians
Please complete the transportation form below before Wednesday at noon to let us know your student's transportation plan for Early Release Wednesday.
This form was also sent via SMS. If you already completed it from the text message, you do NOT need to submit it again.
Please submit one form per student.
🔗 Complete the form here:
https://forms.gle/3xBEkWiBoLQfYg6z5
Thank you for helping us make our first Early Release Wednesday run smoothly! ❤️🤍
Please complete the transportation form below before Wednesday at noon to let us know your student's transportation plan for Early Release Wednesday.
This form was also sent via SMS. If you already completed it from the text message, you do NOT need to submit it again.
Please submit one form per student.
🔗 Complete the form here:
https://forms.gle/3xBEkWiBoLQfYg6z5
Thank you for helping us make our first Early Release Wednesday run smoothly! ❤️🤍
Our Junior High Redskins hit the field tonight for a scrimmage against Walnut Ridge!
📍 Schoonover Stadium
⏰ 7:00 PM
Come out and support the Redskins!
Redskin Tennis opens the season at home TODAY against Highland!
📍 Chase McDonnough Tennis Courts
⏰ 6:00 PM
Come out and support our Redskins as they get the 2026 season started! ❤️🎾
Our students and staff recently came together for a special surprise for one of our beloved SROs, Officer Cat, as she prepares to travel and continue her health journey.
Officer Cat is a familiar face, a trusted friend, and such a special part of our school family. We wanted to make sure she knows just how many people are in her corner, sending her love, encouragement, and support every step of the way.
We're cheering for you, Officer Cat! Your Redskin family is behind you! ❤️🤍
Officer Cat is a familiar face, a trusted friend, and such a special part of our school family. We wanted to make sure she knows just how many people are in her corner, sending her love, encouragement, and support every step of the way.
We're cheering for you, Officer Cat! Your Redskin family is behind you! ❤️🤍
