📊📚 Understanding i-Ready Assessments 📚📊
Pocahontas School District uses i-Ready to better understand where each student is academically and to support their individual growth in math and reading.
Our goal is simple: help every student grow, gain confidence, and reach their full potential.
📌 Please review the graphic for more details, including home access and contact information if you have questions.
Pocahontas School District uses i-Ready to better understand where each student is academically and to support their individual growth in math and reading.
Our goal is simple: help every student grow, gain confidence, and reach their full potential.
📌 Please review the graphic for more details, including home access and contact information if you have questions.
❄️ Winter Weather Planning Information ❄️
As we enter the winter weather season, Pocahontas School District wants to share how weather-related decisions are made and how families will receive important updates.
🌨 How decisions are made
District leaders closely monitor weather forecasts, road conditions, and guidance from local and state officials to determine the safest plan for students and staff.
⏰ When decisions are shared
Whenever possible, decisions regarding delays, early dismissals, or school closures will be communicated as early as conditions allow.
📢 Where updates will be posted
All official updates will be shared through:
• District social media outlets
• District website
• Text alert system
• School app
• Local media (including K8 and other outlets)
Please ensure your contact information is up to date with your child’s building office and that you have downloaded the school app by searching “Pocahontas Public Schools, AR” in your Apple or Android app store.
At this time, no schedule changes are being made, except that Friday’s basketball games have been moved to Thursday. We encourage families to stay informed, as winter weather conditions may change.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
As we enter the winter weather season, Pocahontas School District wants to share how weather-related decisions are made and how families will receive important updates.
🌨 How decisions are made
District leaders closely monitor weather forecasts, road conditions, and guidance from local and state officials to determine the safest plan for students and staff.
⏰ When decisions are shared
Whenever possible, decisions regarding delays, early dismissals, or school closures will be communicated as early as conditions allow.
📢 Where updates will be posted
All official updates will be shared through:
• District social media outlets
• District website
• Text alert system
• School app
• Local media (including K8 and other outlets)
Please ensure your contact information is up to date with your child’s building office and that you have downloaded the school app by searching “Pocahontas Public Schools, AR” in your Apple or Android app store.
At this time, no schedule changes are being made, except that Friday’s basketball games have been moved to Thursday. We encourage families to stay informed, as winter weather conditions may change.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
📣❄️Little Redskin Winter Jam Cheer Clinic❄️📣
The 2026 School Choice application window is NOW OPEN! 🎉
We can’t wait to welcome our future Redskin families to Pocahontas School District!
🗓 School Choice Deadline:
Applications are due by June 1
👉 Apply and learn more here:
🔗 School Choice Transfer Application:
https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/School_Choice_Transfer_Application_(8)_COMM.pdf
🔗 School Choice FAQ:
https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/FAQ_School_Choice_(3)_OSCPE.pdf
Have questions or need assistance?
📍 Pocahontas School District
📞 870-892-4573
We look forward to welcoming you!
We can’t wait to welcome our future Redskin families to Pocahontas School District!
🗓 School Choice Deadline:
Applications are due by June 1
👉 Apply and learn more here:
🔗 School Choice Transfer Application:
https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/School_Choice_Transfer_Application_(8)_COMM.pdf
🔗 School Choice FAQ:
https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/FAQ_School_Choice_(3)_OSCPE.pdf
Have questions or need assistance?
📍 Pocahontas School District
📞 870-892-4573
We look forward to welcoming you!
📌 Upcoming BMI Screenings
BMI screenings will be taking place soon at our schools.
If you do not want your child to be screened, please send a written note to the school nurse as soon as possible.
Thank you for your cooperation.
BMI screenings will be taking place soon at our schools.
If you do not want your child to be screened, please send a written note to the school nurse as soon as possible.
Thank you for your cooperation.
📘 PES Yearbook Information
• All yearbooks will be hardcover
• Cost: $22 each
• No extra copies will be available when yearbooks arrive
• Online orders only
Order your PES yearbook here:
👉 https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01000465
🌟 Early Childhood Services & Kindergarten Readiness 🌟
Pocahontas School District provides free Early Childhood Special Services for children ages 3–5 who may need support in areas like speech, motor skills, social development, and more. These services help build a strong foundation before kindergarten.
If you’d like to request a screening, call 870-892-4573 (ext. 1029 or 1011).
We’ll be sharing more information and resources soon to help families learn about kindergarten readiness and how to support early learning at home.
Stay tuned! ❤️📚
Pocahontas School District provides free Early Childhood Special Services for children ages 3–5 who may need support in areas like speech, motor skills, social development, and more. These services help build a strong foundation before kindergarten.
If you’d like to request a screening, call 870-892-4573 (ext. 1029 or 1011).
We’ll be sharing more information and resources soon to help families learn about kindergarten readiness and how to support early learning at home.
Stay tuned! ❤️📚
Our EAST program has designed something truly special — introducing Car Line Reading Moments! 🚗✨
So, what is it?
It’s a radio frequency program (98.1 FM) that plays short, family-friendly literacy prompts while you wait in the car line! Each week features different focuses and fun, easy-to-do activities that help families build reading, listening, and communication skills together.
The goal is simple but powerful — to create supportive, engaging moments that make literacy a natural part of everyday family life. ❤️
We’re so proud of our EAST students for bringing innovation, technology, and learning together to benefit our entire district community!
So, what is it?
It’s a radio frequency program (98.1 FM) that plays short, family-friendly literacy prompts while you wait in the car line! Each week features different focuses and fun, easy-to-do activities that help families build reading, listening, and communication skills together.
The goal is simple but powerful — to create supportive, engaging moments that make literacy a natural part of everyday family life. ❤️
We’re so proud of our EAST students for bringing innovation, technology, and learning together to benefit our entire district community!
📣 We’re Hiring! 📣
The Pocahontas School District currently has employment opportunities available for individuals interested in joining our team, including:
• ELL Coordinator
• PJHS Custodian
• Special Education Paraprofessional – PES
• Special Education Paraprofessional – PJHS
• Substitute Custodians
• Substitute Bus Drivers
If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference, we encourage you to apply!
👉 View openings and apply online:
https://pocahontas.schoolspring.com/
The Pocahontas School District currently has employment opportunities available for individuals interested in joining our team, including:
• ELL Coordinator
• PJHS Custodian
• Special Education Paraprofessional – PES
• Special Education Paraprofessional – PJHS
• Substitute Custodians
• Substitute Bus Drivers
If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference, we encourage you to apply!
👉 View openings and apply online:
https://pocahontas.schoolspring.com/
Pocahontas School District is looking for dedicated and compassionate substitute school nurses to join our team! If you're a licensed nurse who loves working with children and wants a flexible schedule, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements:
🩺 Current RN or LPN license
🗓️ Availability during school hours (as needed)
❤️CPR certification
Whether you're retired, semi-retired, or just looking for extra hours, this is a great way to make a difference in your community!
Requirements:
🩺 Current RN or LPN license
🗓️ Availability during school hours (as needed)
❤️CPR certification
Whether you're retired, semi-retired, or just looking for extra hours, this is a great way to make a difference in your community!
Today in Ms. Crawford’s class, students read One Word for Kids and each chose one word to serve as their personal goal for the year. To bring those goals to life, students created wands to remind them of their “one word” throughout 2026.
A fun and meaningful way to start the year with purpose and intention!
A fun and meaningful way to start the year with purpose and intention!
During computer lab, our K–3 students work hard on i-Ready with a big goal in mind—100 lessons passed at 100% accuracy! To celebrate their dedication, classes that meet the goal earn a Glow Dance Party 🎶
🎉 Ms. Jones’ class was the first K–3 class to reach this goal! They actually earned their celebration before Christmas break, and we’re excited to finally share these photos from their well-deserved glow party.
Way to go, students—your hard work and focus truly paid off! 🌟👏
🎉 Ms. Jones’ class was the first K–3 class to reach this goal! They actually earned their celebration before Christmas break, and we’re excited to finally share these photos from their well-deserved glow party.
Way to go, students—your hard work and focus truly paid off! 🌟👏
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we are grateful for the dedicated leadership and service of our Pocahontas School District Board of Education.
Jennifer Rawls, Brent Massey, Chad Overman, Gary Cole, and Chris Robinson—thank you for your leadership, service, and commitment to supporting student success and strengthening our schools. Our district is better because of your willingness to serve.
We appreciate you—this month and always!
Jennifer Rawls, Brent Massey, Chad Overman, Gary Cole, and Chris Robinson—thank you for your leadership, service, and commitment to supporting student success and strengthening our schools. Our district is better because of your willingness to serve.
We appreciate you—this month and always!
Welcome back! 🎉
Today marks the start of an exciting new semester, and we’re so happy to have our students back on campus. Here’s to fresh starts, new goals, and a great spring semester ahead. ❤️📚
📌 Reminder for Redskin Academy Families ONLY- the after school program will remain closed this week (January 6–January 9). Redskin Academy will resume Monday, January 12.
Our PES faculty and staff are back and hard at work, putting the finishing touches on a great second semester! Classrooms are ready, smiles are waiting, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back tomorrow for another season of learning and growth.📚🍎
📅 Reminder: School resumes on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
We look forward to welcoming students back after the holiday break!
🌟 Our December character trait was Responsibility! 🌟
Today’s assembly celebrated students nominated by their teachers and teachers nominated by their peers. Big congratulations to all who were recognized!
Today’s assembly celebrated students nominated by their teachers and teachers nominated by their peers. Big congratulations to all who were recognized!
Our Pocahontas High School cheerleaders spent time reading to our third graders, and it was such a special experience for everyone involved. We love seeing our older students serving as role models and building connections with our younger learners!📚📣
Moments like these make our school community so special.❤️
Christmas fun is in full swing in Ms. Roberts’ classroom this week! Smiles, laughter, and festive activities are making learning extra merry.🎄✨
