Pocahontas School District

The PES Elementary Art Show is happening today! Stop by the PES Cafeteria anytime from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM to check out the incredible artwork created by our talented students. We’re proud of the creativity and hard work being displayed throughout the show! ❤️🤍

Graduation for the Class of 2026 begins tonight at 8:00 PM at Schoonover Stadium! For those unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be live-streamed here: https://www.youtube.com/live/-1uyaFJOhD4?si=q9XTTy9C9rkc5Q2t We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates, families, and community. Congratulations to the Pocahontas High School Class of 2026!

Pocahontas High School Graduation will take place tonight at 8:00 PM at Schoonover Stadium as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026. Family, friends, and community members are invited to join us for this special occasion. For those unable to attend in person, the ceremony will also be available via live stream. We look forward to honoring our graduates and this important milestone in their journey.

The Pocahontas Football staff will host a parent meeting on May 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Pocahontas High School cafeteria for all students entering 7th–12th grade football. Important information regarding the upcoming season will be discussed, and all players and parents are encouraged to attend. ❤️🏈🤍

Summer EBT is back! Please be sure your address and phone number are updated!

Join us as we celebrate and honor our 2026 PSD retirees! ❤️🤍 📍 M.D. Williams Cafeteria 📅 Wednesday, May 20 ⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM We hope you’ll come share memories, well wishes, and congratulations as we celebrate this special milestone! 🎉

Parent & Guardian Survey – Early Release Wednesdays Our district is asking for your input to help us better plan for Early Release Wednesdays for the upcoming school year. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey. Your feedback is extremely important and will help us make decisions that best support students, families, and staff. 👉 Survey link: https://forms.gle/icJfRH5gBy1YMDjR6 Thank you for supporting our students!

We are requesting community input regarding Early Release Wednesdays. Please take a few moments to complete the following form: 👉 https://forms.gle/yJbm7To3zD543RMdA Your feedback is valuable and will assist us to better meet the needs of our students, families, and staff. We appreciate your time and continued support of our schools.

The Pocahontas Trap Team traveled to the Jonesboro Shooting Complex this week to compete in a YSS-format tournament.

We had two Senior High teams competing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 25 teams and advanced to bracket play, where they were eliminated in the first round. The White Team competed well but did not place in the top 16 to advance.

Our Junior High teams also had a strong showing. The Red Team placed 9th out of 19 teams and advanced to bracket play, falling in the first round. The White Team placed 16th out of 19 and also made it to bracket play.

We are proud of the effort from all of our shooters and look forward to competing this Saturday in Corning!

Due to a downed power line across the road, a portion of the building at M.D. Williams Intermediate School is currently without power, internet, and phone service. Crews are working to resolve the issue as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding while service is being restored. Updates will be shared as they become available.

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!

📅 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.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Presley Agee on an outstanding achievement! 🎉

Presley was selected as one of just 10 Region 8 students—out of more than 500 applicants and two rounds of judging—to be named a KAIT Community Scholar.

As part of this honor, she has been awarded a $10,000 scholarship to Arkansas State University!

This recognition speaks to Presley’s hard work, character, and dedication both in and out of the classroom. We are proud to celebrate this incredible accomplishment and can’t wait to see all that lies ahead.

Congratulations, Presley!

Game Day Update

⚾ Baseball travels to Walnut Ridge today
🕞 3:30 PM

🥎 Softball hosts Hoxie in Pocahontas
🕟 4:30 PM

Regional brackets will be shared soon—please be on the lookout for that information.

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!

Please be advised that the School Board Work Session has been moved to Tuesday, May 5 at 5:30 p.m. We appreciate your understanding and continued engagement.

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.

🍎 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!

🎓 Decision Day 2026 🎓

Join us TOMORROW as we celebrate the Class of 2026 and their exciting next steps!

📍 High School Gym
🕘 8:45 AM

Our seniors have been working hard to plan for their futures—whether that includes college, career, military, workforce, or other pathways—and we can’t wait to recognize their achievements and commitments.

Come out and help us honor their journeys and cheer them on as they take the next step beyond Pocahontas High School!

Both our baseball and softball teams have officially punched their tickets to the regional tournament! ⚾ Baseball Update: The team will compete in the district finals today at 4:30 PM at Gosnell, taking on Brookland. 🏃‍♂️ Track Update: Our Senior High Boys Track Team earned Conference Runner-Up at yesterday’s meet. We’re proud of all of our athletes and the way they represent our school and community!