🔥🏀 Game Night at Home 🏀🔥
This Thursday, January 29, we host the Highland Rebels for a four-game showdown!
🕓 Games begin at 4:00 PM
Order of play:
• Junior Girls
• Senior Girls
• Junior Boys
• Senior Boys
Bring the energy. Pack the stands.
Pocahontas School District will be closed on Wednesday, January 28 due to road conditions.

📣 Boys Basketball Update
Due to inclement weather, tonight’s boys basketball games vs. Brookland have been postponed.
Pocahontas School District will be closed on Tuesday, January 27 due to road conditions.

📣 Basketball Update 📣
Due to winter weather, the Monday, January 26 Lady Redskin games vs. Brookland are postponed, and the Redskin boys games at Tuckerman are canceled.
Updates will be shared as they become available.❄️🏀
Pocahontas School District will be closed on Monday, January 26 due to road conditions.

❄️ Warming Center Locations & Information ❄️
For those needing a warm place during this time, the following warming centers are available:
📍 Pocahontas
Location: Community Center
Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Need a ride?
📞 870-892-1171
📞 870-892-3295
📍 Ravenden, Maynard & O’Kean
Location: Fire Departments
📍 Biggers Reyno
Location: Community Center
Please share this information with anyone who may need it. Stay safe and stay warm. ❤️
For those needing a warm place during this time, the following warming centers are available:
📍 Pocahontas
Location: Community Center
Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Need a ride?
📞 870-892-1171
📞 870-892-3295
📍 Ravenden, Maynard & O’Kean
Location: Fire Departments
📍 Biggers Reyno
Location: Community Center
Please share this information with anyone who may need it. Stay safe and stay warm. ❤️

🏀🔥 Game Night = BIG ENERGY! 🔥🏀
Tonight is a 4-game night at home and the atmosphere will be next level!
⏰ First tip-off at 4:00 PM
Game lineup:
-Jr. Girls
-Jr. Boys
-Sr. Girls
-Sr. Boys
🎺🥁 PLUS… the band will be there bringing the noise and school spirit!
🚫 No 7th grade games tonight
🚫 No games tomorrow
Come early, stay loud, and help us make it a great night for our teams! ❤️🤍
Tonight is a 4-game night at home and the atmosphere will be next level!
⏰ First tip-off at 4:00 PM
Game lineup:
-Jr. Girls
-Jr. Boys
-Sr. Girls
-Sr. Boys
🎺🥁 PLUS… the band will be there bringing the noise and school spirit!
🚫 No 7th grade games tonight
🚫 No games tomorrow
Come early, stay loud, and help us make it a great night for our teams! ❤️🤍

📊📚 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.

🎙️ Congratulations to the Redskin Broadcasting Network! 🎙️
We’re proud to recognize Brock Thielemier and Mike Thompson of the Redskin Broadcasting Network for being named finalists for the 2025 Sully Award – Arkansas High School Football Call of the Year.
Being selected as finalists among broadcasters from across the state is a significant accomplishment and a true testament to the quality, dedication, and passion they bring to covering Redskin football.
We’re proud to recognize Brock Thielemier and Mike Thompson of the Redskin Broadcasting Network for being named finalists for the 2025 Sully Award – Arkansas High School Football Call of the Year.
Being selected as finalists among broadcasters from across the state is a significant accomplishment and a true testament to the quality, dedication, and passion they bring to covering Redskin football.

UPDATE: Friday's games have been moved to Thursday due to the chance of winter weather. This will be a 4 game basketball night. There will be no 7th grade games played. It will be Jr. Girls, Jr. Boys, Sr. Girls, Sr. Boys starting at 4:00 PM.

🏀📣 Game Day Information 📣🏀
Our Redskins are on the road TONIGHT at Blytheville!
⏰ Games begin at 4:00 PM
• Junior Girls
• Junior Boys
• Senior Girls
• Senior Boys
🎟 Tickets must be purchased in advance:
👉 https://gofan.co/app/school/AR19314
👜 Please note: Clear bag policy will be enforced at the venue.
Good luck to our teams — travel safe and cheer loud! ❤️
Our Redskins are on the road TONIGHT at Blytheville!
⏰ Games begin at 4:00 PM
• Junior Girls
• Junior Boys
• Senior Girls
• Senior Boys
🎟 Tickets must be purchased in advance:
👉 https://gofan.co/app/school/AR19314
👜 Please note: Clear bag policy will be enforced at the venue.
Good luck to our teams — travel safe and cheer loud! ❤️
🎶 Band Shoutout! 🎶
We’re proud of our Pocahontas band students who earned honors and are participating in the All-Region Band Clinic today and tomorrow.
Their involvement reflects dedication, practice, and a commitment to excellence. Best of luck as they represent our school! 🎺🥁🎷
We’re proud of our Pocahontas band students who earned honors and are participating in the All-Region Band Clinic today and tomorrow.
Their involvement reflects dedication, practice, and a commitment to excellence. Best of luck as they represent our school! 🎺🥁🎷

School will be closed Monday, January 19th in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Classes will resume regular schedule on Tuesday.

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!

Our Senior Advisory Council met last week, providing an opportunity for students to share their perspectives, ideas, and feedback on important topics impacting our school.
These conversations reflect our commitment to listening to student voice and valuing their role in shaping a positive school culture. We appreciate our seniors for speaking up, engaging thoughtfully, and helping move our school forward.
These conversations reflect our commitment to listening to student voice and valuing their role in shaping a positive school culture. We appreciate our seniors for speaking up, engaging thoughtfully, and helping move our school forward.
🎉❤️ A New Student-Powered Initiative at PHS! ❤️🎉
We are excited to introduce the Redskin Rest Stop!
The Redskin Rest Stop is a student-run shop that provides a convenient place for staff to grab snacks and drinks throughout the day. This initiative gives students valuable, hands-on experience in customer service, money handling, stocking, and organization while applying real-world skills in an authentic setting.
👏 Thank you to our dedicated staff for supporting this project and to our students for their hard work in bringing it to life. We’re proud of the teamwork and innovation that make opportunities like this possible at PHS! ❤️







🌟 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!

