Ms. Grace O'Donnell’s third grade class spent time writing motivational hearts to classmates ahead of testing — sharing kind words, encouragement, and confidence with each other as they prepare to do their very best.
Join us this Thursday, May 7th at 5:30 PM in the gym for our Pre-K Musical! 🎶
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!
📅 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.
Our 3rd grade students recently kicked off ATLAS testing with a pep rally📣
We are proud of the effort they’ve put in to prepare and appreciate the focus they’ve shown so far. As testing continues, we encourage them to take their time, do their best, and stay confident in what they’ve learned.
We’re cheering you on, 3rd grade!
Our character trait for the month of April was Perseverance. Today we had an assembly honoring those students nominated by their teachers as well as teachers nominated by their peers. Congratulations to all that were nominated!
The Redskin Legacy Walk is happening TOMORROW at 12:30 PM at Schoonover Stadium.
We’ll be celebrating our Kindergarteners and Seniors—where it all begins and where it all comes full circle. 🎓
Come out and join us!
📚 ATLAS Testing – 3rd Grade
Tomorrow, our 3rd grade students begin ATLAS testing—and we are cheering them on every step of the way!
Success starts with the small things, and our students are ready:
✨ Get a good night’s sleep
✨ Eat a healthy breakfast
✨ Take your time and read carefully
✨ Do your best work and check your answers
This is their opportunity to show all they’ve learned this year, and we believe in each and every one of them.
3rd grade, go shine and show what you can do! ❤️📚
ATLAS Testing Update.
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!
🚨 We’re Hiring at Pocahontas School District! 🚨
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students every day!
Current Open Positions:
• English Teacher (PJHS)
• Volleyball Coach w/Flexible Teaching Assignment (PJHS)
• Dyslexia Interventionist (certified) – PES
• Elementary Instructional Facilitator K–6
• SpEd Teacher – Resource (MDW)
• SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS)
• SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PES)
• SpEd Resource Paraprofessional (MDW)
• SpEd 1:1 Paraprofessional (PES)
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered environment where educators and staff can thrive. If you’re passionate about impacting students and being part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today: https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/page/careers
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students every day!
Current Open Positions:
• English Teacher (PJHS)
• Volleyball Coach w/Flexible Teaching Assignment (PJHS)
• Dyslexia Interventionist (certified) – PES
• Elementary Instructional Facilitator K–6
• SpEd Teacher – Resource (MDW)
• SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PHS)
• SpEd Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom (PES)
• SpEd Resource Paraprofessional (MDW)
• SpEd 1:1 Paraprofessional (PES)
At Pocahontas School District, we are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered environment where educators and staff can thrive. If you’re passionate about impacting students and being part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today: https://www.pocahontaspsd.com/page/careers
The Canoe Bus and the Fish Bus will be double-routed this afternoon. They will run about 30 minutes late for drop off. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation.
If you need to make transportation changes due to the delay, please contact your students' building office before 2:30.
If you need to make transportation changes due to the delay, please contact your students' building office before 2:30.
Pocahontas School District is proud to host our Redskin Legacy Walk on Monday, May 4th at 12:30 p.m. at the high school.
This special event celebrates both our kindergarten students and graduating seniors, highlighting the full-circle journey of a Pocahontas student—from their very first steps into school to the moment they prepare to walk across the graduation stage.
Families, friends, and community members are encouraged to attend and be part of this meaningful experience as we honor our students and the traditions that connect us all.
The event will begin at 12:30 p.m. and is expected to conclude by 1:30 p.m.
We look forward to celebrating this memorable moment together!
This special event celebrates both our kindergarten students and graduating seniors, highlighting the full-circle journey of a Pocahontas student—from their very first steps into school to the moment they prepare to walk across the graduation stage.
Families, friends, and community members are encouraged to attend and be part of this meaningful experience as we honor our students and the traditions that connect us all.
The event will begin at 12:30 p.m. and is expected to conclude by 1:30 p.m.
We look forward to celebrating this memorable moment together!
Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible bus drivers of the Pocahontas School District!
Each day, our drivers are among the first to greet our students and the last to send them home safely. They do so much more than drive a route—they build relationships, offer a smile, provide encouragement, and ensure that every student’s day starts and ends with care.
Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, their dedication never goes unnoticed. We are grateful for the patience, commitment, and heart they bring to our district every single day.
Please join us in thanking our amazing bus drivers for the vital role they play in keeping our students safe and supported.
Each day, our drivers are among the first to greet our students and the last to send them home safely. They do so much more than drive a route—they build relationships, offer a smile, provide encouragement, and ensure that every student’s day starts and ends with care.
Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, their dedication never goes unnoticed. We are grateful for the patience, commitment, and heart they bring to our district every single day.
Please join us in thanking our amazing bus drivers for the vital role they play in keeping our students safe and supported.
Today was a truly unforgettable day at PES as we had the incredible honor of helping grant a wish for one of our very own, Lyla Anglin. 💙
With the help of the Make-A-Wish team, our staff, and students, the campus came together to celebrate Lyla in a big way—filled with smiles, excitement, and so much love. Moments like these remind us just how special our school community is and the power of coming together to make dreams come true.
Thank you to everyone who helped make today so meaningful for Lyla and her family. It’s a day we’ll never forget. ✨
📣 Pocahontas Elementary Upcoming Events & Important Dates 📣
We have a busy and exciting end to the school year ahead! Be sure to mark your calendars! Please note the Redskin Academy after school program dates at the top!
It’s going to be a fun, fast-paced finish to a great year at PES! Thank you for your continued support.
We have a busy and exciting end to the school year ahead! Be sure to mark your calendars! Please note the Redskin Academy after school program dates at the top!
It’s going to be a fun, fast-paced finish to a great year at PES! Thank you for your continued support.
Our 1st graders are ready to take the stage for “Getting Down With Mama Goose”—you won’t want to miss it!
📅 Thursday, April 23
🕕 6:00 p.m. – Howard, Johnson, Jones
🕖 7:00 p.m. – Todd, Ward, Vandergriff
🚨 Important Entry Info:
Please enter from the side entrances of the building. The front entrance will not be open.
Come out and support our talented students—they’ve been working hard and are ready to shine!
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our schools running smoothly every single day—our Administrative Professionals!
From welcoming families and supporting students to keeping everything organized behind the scenes, their impact is felt in every building across our district. We are so grateful for their dedication, care, and commitment to Pocahontas Schools.
Please join us in thanking:
Adrian Casey, Cindy Futrell, Maddie Adams, Randi Rief, Caitlin Tweedy, Sarah Gott, Natalie Ruple, Kathy Fisk, Dianna Johnson, Kim Guthrie, Dina Radcliff, Brittany Bridgeforth, and Amanda Snyder.
Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do for our students, staff, and community each day.
From welcoming families and supporting students to keeping everything organized behind the scenes, their impact is felt in every building across our district. We are so grateful for their dedication, care, and commitment to Pocahontas Schools.
Please join us in thanking:
Adrian Casey, Cindy Futrell, Maddie Adams, Randi Rief, Caitlin Tweedy, Sarah Gott, Natalie Ruple, Kathy Fisk, Dianna Johnson, Kim Guthrie, Dina Radcliff, Brittany Bridgeforth, and Amanda Snyder.
Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do for our students, staff, and community each day.
Ms. Jones’ students have earned a seat at the Rockstar Table through their hard work and positive behavior. We are proud of each of them!
