Pocahontas Elementary School

The community is invited to celebrate culture and heritage at Islander Night tomorrow at M.D. Williams School from 2:00–5:00 PM.

This special event will feature traditional foods, cultural dances, and displays that highlight Islander heritage for everyone to enjoy. It’s a great opportunity for our community to come together, learn, and celebrate the rich cultures represented in our district.

We hope to see you there!

Mark your calendars!

Community in Action Day is coming to Pocahontas School District on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop!

Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Food Trucks
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎟️ Prizes
🐐 Petting Zoo
…and so much more!

This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!

For families like Carla Wiseman and Kristen Thielemier, Pocahontas is more than a workplace — it’s home. Carla has dedicated decades to serving students in our district, while Kristen, a proud PHS graduate, returned to raise her family and give back to the community that helped shape her life.

When you choose Pocahontas, you’re choosing a community that invests in students, supports families, and builds lasting connections.

📝 School Choice Deadline: June 1

Choose Opportunity. Choose Pocahontas. Choose to be a Redskin.

❄️🐻‍❄️ Hands-On Science in Ms. Muller’s Class! Students recently learned how Arctic animals stay warm by studying blubber. To see it in action, they placed one hand in a bag with Crisco and the other without, then dipped both in icy water. The “blubber” hand stayed much warmer! Learning comes to life through hands-on experiments like this. 🧪✨

Pocahontas Elementary students celebrated Read Across America Week by dressing up as the careers they hope to have one day. From doctors and teachers to athletes and firefighters, our halls were full of big dreams and bright futures!

Our elementary students had some special guest readers this week — Rotary Club members and even Dr. Lance Arbuckle and Mr. Green joined in the fun! We love seeing leaders from across our district take time to sit in a classroom, share a story, and help inspire a love of reading.

Yesterday our students showed up in their favorite socks to celebrate Read Across America Week and a love for reading! 🧦📚

🌟 Our February character trait was Kindness! 🌟
Yesterday's assembly celebrated students nominated by their teachers and teachers nominated by their peers. Big congratulations to all who were recognized!

📣 Pocahontas School District is Hiring!

We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:

⭐ Secretary – High School (Immediate Opening, 2025–2026 School Year)
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Resource (M.D. Williams) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PES) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd Resource Paraprofessional (M.D. Williams) for the 2026–2027 school year
⭐ SpEd 1:1 Paraprofessional (PES) for the 2025–2026 school year

At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to supporting every learner and providing the resources our students need to succeed. If you are passionate about serving students and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Apply online at:
👉 https://pocahontas.schoolspring.com/

Come be part of a team that puts students first every single day.

During Parent-Teacher Conferences, our second grade families were invited to share something their child has done this year that makes them proud — and the responses were incredible! ✏️✨

📚✨ Read Across America Week at Pocahontas Elementary ✨📚

We are celebrating the joy of reading all week long at PES! Join us as we dress up and dive into great books March 2–6:

Monday, March 2 – Read Across America - Wear red, white, or blue

Tuesday, March 3 – Books Knock Our Socks Off - Wear your favorite socks

Wednesday, March 4 – Books Open Up Opportunities - Wear an outfit that reflects your future career

Thursday, March 5 – Books Bring Out Our Wild Side - Wear animal print or a shirt with an animal on it

Friday, March 6 – Cozy Up With a Good Book - Wear pajamas

We can’t wait to see our Redskin readers show their school spirit and celebrate the power of literacy all week long! ❤️📚

📚✨ Read Across America Week at Pocahontas Elementary ✨📚

We are celebrating the joy of reading all week long at PES! Join us as we dress up and dive into great books March 2–6:

Monday, March 2 – Read Across America - Wear red, white, or blue

Tuesday, March 3 – Books Knock Our Socks Off - Wear your favorite socks

Wednesday, March 4 – Books Open Up Opportunities - Wear an outfit that reflects your future career

Thursday, March 5 – Books Bring Out Our Wild Side - Wear animal print or a shirt with an animal on it

Friday, March 6 – Cozy Up With a Good Book - Wear pajamas

We can’t wait to see our Redskin readers show their school spirit and celebrate the power of literacy all week long! ❤️📚

Redskins Academy will be closed today and tomorrow!

Mark your calendars! Community in Action Day is coming to Pocahontas School District on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the M.D. Williams / Junior High Loop! Bring the whole family and enjoy: 🍔 Food Trucks 🏰 Bounce Houses 🎟️ Prizes 🐐 Petting Zoo …and so much more! This will be a great day to connect, celebrate, and enjoy time together as a community. We hope to see you there!

In honor of Black History Month, students in our Redskin Academy after-school program learned about Faith Ringgold. They enjoyed her powerful children’s book, Tar Beach, and explored how storytelling and art can come together in meaningful ways.

Inspired by Ringgold’s story quilts, our students created their own “story quilts” featuring images and ideas that represent what matters most to them. ❤️

The Camel Bus will be double routed this afternoon and will run 30-35 minutes late. Please contact your building office no later than 2:30 to make any necessary transportation changes. We appreciate your continued support and understanding.

📚✨ Read Across America Week at Pocahontas Elementary ✨📚 We are celebrating the joy of reading all week long at PES! Join us as we dress up and dive into great books March 2–6: Monday, March 2 – Read Across America - Wear red, white, or blue Tuesday, March 3 – Books Knock Our Socks Off - Wear your favorite socks Wednesday, March 4 – Books Open Up Opportunities - Wear an outfit that reflects your future career Thursday, March 5 – Books Bring Out Our Wild Side - Wear animal print or a shirt with an animal on it Friday, March 6 – Cozy Up With a Good Book - Wear pajamas We can’t wait to see our Redskin readers show their school spirit and celebrate the power of literacy all week long! ❤️📚

We are so proud to share that 20 Pocahontas Elementary students had artwork featured in the NEA Cooperative Art Show! 🌟 A special congratulations to Zaylee Clem (2nd grade, Dail’s class) who was awarded Best of Show in the K–3 Division! 🌟 We are proud of each of these talented young artists: Kindergarten • Ezekiel Abner – Futrell • Indie Stroud – Sparks • Jaxcyn Reed – Brooks • Kadance Stockwell – Dunnivant 1st Grade • Riley Ibarra – Johnson • Rylee Hoggard – Ward • Bentley Wilderman – Jones • Peyton Winspear – Vandergriff 2nd Grade • Sammuel Bryant – Kincade • Everleigh Guerra – Parsons • Delaney Spink – Dail • Zaylee Clem – Dail • Callan McKenzie – Dillion 3rd Grade • Araya Elfrink – Brandt • Kyle Masuda – Roberts • Anna Jones – Sharp • Brolin Bennett – Langley • Everly Adams – White • Case Lowery – White • Tilly Neece – Heavin Thank you to our art educators for cultivating creativity and confidence in our students each day.

Here are a few reminders for the week: • Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC) – Please refer to your campus communication for dates and times. • Redskin Academy will be in session Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday only this week. • No School for students on Friday. • Yearbook order deadline is Friday – Don’t miss it! Thank you for staying connected and informed! ❤️

Our 3rd graders who scored Level 2 or above on the MOY ATLAS Interim exam celebrated their hard work with a glow party! 🎉 We’re proud of their achievement and can’t wait to see even more students join the fun after the spring ATLAS Summative! 🌟📚