Pocahontas Junior High

PJHS homecoming dance is planned and hosted by the PJHS Student Council. Dances are for PJHS students in 7th, 8th and 9th grades. Students from other schools, including the high school or elementary schools are not allowed. All school rules apply to school dances. The dance will be held from 8-10pm in the PJHS cafeteria. Our responsibility for each student is taken very seriously at school dances. We want dances to be fun in a safe and comfortable environment. With this in mind, it is important that all students know and follow the guidelines below. 1. The dance ends at 10:00pm and all students should have advance plans for transportation home after the dance. 2. Students are expected to behave in ways consistent with all PJHS policies. 3. Be respectful with appropriate dancing only. No grinding or provocative dance moves, with or without physical contact. 4. Public displays of affection are not allowed. 5. Snacks may be purchased in the student center. All food and drinks will be kept in the student center and not allowed in the cafeteria. 6. The restrooms by the cafeteria will be available (one student at a time). 7. Once students leave the dance, they may not re-enter. 8. Students are expected to leave PJHS immediately after the end of the dance. Parents picking up their child should be there no later than 10:00pm. Students that are in Student Council are expected to help clean up after the dance from 10-10:30pm. Please note that an SRO is always on site for PJHS dances. Admittance to the Dance In order to attend the dance: 1. Students must purchase a ticket in advance. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Tickets will be on sale before school and during lunch during homecoming week. Tickets are $5 each (cash only). 2. Students will be given an armband during school on Friday. Students must have their armband on to enter the dance. 3. Students will sign a form saying they agree to follow all school rules, including dress code, at the dance. Dress Code Expectations The following guidelines should aid parents and members in selecting the proper attire for the dance. Students who do not follow the dress code will not be allowed to enter the dance. We follow the Pocahontas Junior High School's dress code. 1. Sleeveless top and dress straps must be at least two fingers wide. 2. No midriff showing, halter/tank tops, spaghetti straps, or see-through shirts. 3. Shorts and skirts must be of sufficient length. Sufficient length is defined as six inches above the knee (length of a dollar bill) or at a length in which the longest finger does not touch skin while the arms rest naturally at one’s side. 4. Shoes must be worn at all times. 5. Clothing that displays tobacco, drugs, alcohol, obscenities, or sexual innuendos are unacceptable. 6. No hats, hoods, or sunglasses on inside the building. Refund Policy If a refund is requested, there will be a form the guardian will complete. The deadline for submitting the refund request will be three business days following the event. The refund will be in the form of a school check and should be cashed within 30 days. Thank you for helping us keep this a positive experience for all students and staff! Amanda Sutfin PJHS Student Council Advisor

Thank you so much, Lee, Kent, and Alby for making our building sparkle this year! We appreciate you!

If your student is participating in our after school program, please note the change next week (October 10) due to our parent teacher conference schedule. This change will enable all teachers to be available to meet with parents.

PJHS Book Fair Monday October 7th-11th ilo PJHS Library https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5636226

PJHS Parent/Teacher Conferences (10.14.24&10.15.24)will be drop in visits. Ñe Kokanan itok ñan PJHS parent/teacher conference kwoj aikuj in reloñ ilo mwon jikuul eo an ajiri eo nejum.

Here is the link to order homecoming shirts: https://stores.rawkimprinting.com/ps

There will be NO Volleyball game on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. The game will not be rescheduled.

Ms. Dillion will be staying after school Wednesday, October 2, 2024 until 5 for students who need help with their project, need to do NHI's or who need help with any classwork. This is not mandatory but optional.

Congratulations to the girls tennis team for finishing conference runner-up. Congratulations to High School Students Carli Chester and Brynn Smith for finishing district runner-up in girls doubles. They will compete in the state tennis tournament in Clarksville on October 14th and 15th. We are proud of you.

NEA Co-op Junior & Senior High Chess Tournament Wednesday, October 23 Students must be registered to attend. Please see Mrs. Lindner for more details.

PJHS Parent/Teacher Conferences will be Monday October 14th 3:30PM~6:30PM & Tuesday October 15th 3:30PM to 6:30PM PJHS Paron/Teacher conference nij jinue October 14th 3:30Pm~6:30PM im Tuesday October 15th 3:30PM~6:30PM.

Health Department will be on the PJHS Campus on Thursday October 17th to administer Flu Vaccines. Paperwork has been given to the students. The paperwork must be returned by October 11. Juon Health Department enij tok ñan PJHS ilo Thursday October 17th bwe ren lelok wá ñan flu. Peba in flu ko ebed ippen ajiri eo nejum im enij due im aikuj in turn ilo Friday.

Thank you to our friends at Pocahontas Donuts for surprising us this morning with donuts. Our teachers are really enjoying the treats. We "donut" know what we would do without partners like you!

Jekonan lelok jeramon nan Pocahontas Redskins Volleyball team ilo game in aer ilo Piggot. Ej jinoe ilo 4:30 p.m.. We would like to wish our Pocahontas Redskins Volleyball team good luck at their match today in Piggot. Game time is at 4:30.

We would like to wish our Pocahontas Redskins Volleyball team good luck at their match today in Piggot. Game time is at 4:30.

Thank you to the members of the PJHS/PHS Culture Club for creating items for our Hispanic Heritage Month bulletin board!

Parents, notes are being sent home if your child owes lunch dues. Please check with your child and see if they brought home a paper.

Paron ro, ne ajiri nejum aikuj kalle ki lunch dues ko an, jenij lewaj juon note ippen ajiri io nejum. Jouj im lale ippen ajiri io nejum ne emoj aer bowaj note ko jen mwon jikuul e. Kommol Tata.

PJHS Picture day will October 23 Order information will be given to the students to take home before this date. PJHS raan in pija ej Oct. 23 Ne kakanan order, jenij lewaj peba ñan rijikuul eo nejum mokata Jen raan en rej pija.

🌟 WEEK THREE: Connection Leads to Compassion 🌟 This week, our students are diving into a powerful lesson on compassion and what it means to connect with others. Teenagers naturally go through a stage of self-focus as they navigate emotional growth. But connection—both online and IRL—helps them become more aware of the needs around them and gives them the confidence to step up and make a difference. We’re exploring how empathy can inspire action through some incredible art prompts! 🎨💬 🖍️ Art Prompts: -Draw someone working toward a cause you care about. -Draw a school full of compassion. By reflecting on these topics, students are learning how their actions can have a positive impact on others. When we connect deeply, we care deeply—and that's where true compassion starts. 💛