Congratulations to our PHS Marching Redskins for qualifying for the State Marching Assessment! 🥁
They’ll represent Pocahontas at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock on November 3rd.
We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and Redskin pride—let’s cheer them on as they prepare for the big stage!
🏫 You’re Invited: High School Tour Night 🏫
The Pocahontas School District invites our community to join us for a Public High School Tour on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 6:00–7:00 p.m.
This will be a drop-in style event, so feel free to come by anytime during that hour. Tour our current facilities, ask questions, and see firsthand the spaces where our students learn, grow, and lead each day.
We value transparency and community partnership — this tour is a great opportunity to learn more about our high school and the needs driving future facility planning.
The Pocahontas School District invites our community to join us for a Public High School Tour on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 6:00–7:00 p.m.
This will be a drop-in style event, so feel free to come by anytime during that hour. Tour our current facilities, ask questions, and see firsthand the spaces where our students learn, grow, and lead each day.
We value transparency and community partnership — this tour is a great opportunity to learn more about our high school and the needs driving future facility planning.
When people think of a new school gym, they often think only of games and practices. But here in Pocahontas, our gym will be so much more than that.
Every year, between 9,100 and 10,300 students should fill that space — not for sports, but for the moments that truly define their school experience. It’s where we would celebrate achievements, gather for assemblies, sing and play in concerts, cheer at pep rallies, and watch seniors cross the stage at graduation. It’s where our students come together to belong.
Currently, our students’ choices are limited and experiences like senior awards, the athletic banquet and even prom are held at the elementary school. A new gym isn’t just about new floors or seats - it’s about belonging. It’s about giving our students and families a safe, welcoming space to create memories that last far beyond the final bell.
Every year, between 9,100 and 10,300 students should fill that space — not for sports, but for the moments that truly define their school experience. It’s where we would celebrate achievements, gather for assemblies, sing and play in concerts, cheer at pep rallies, and watch seniors cross the stage at graduation. It’s where our students come together to belong.
Currently, our students’ choices are limited and experiences like senior awards, the athletic banquet and even prom are held at the elementary school. A new gym isn’t just about new floors or seats - it’s about belonging. It’s about giving our students and families a safe, welcoming space to create memories that last far beyond the final bell.
This 2025 proposal is more focused — with a smaller millage increase, less state funding, and higher construction costs than in previous years.
It reflects today’s financial realities while maintaining our commitment to facilities that meet student needs — including Redskin Assembly Hall, a new gymnasium, and updated academic spaces that ensure safety and opportunity for every student.
Because our community’s strength begins in our schools.
It reflects today’s financial realities while maintaining our commitment to facilities that meet student needs — including Redskin Assembly Hall, a new gymnasium, and updated academic spaces that ensure safety and opportunity for every student.
Because our community’s strength begins in our schools.
This week, our faculty and staff participated in an additional Capturing Kids’ Hearts Traction Visit — a time for reflection, growth, and continued learning focused on strengthening relationships and building positive school culture.
Through this visit, our team explored new strategies to connect with students, reinforce social contracts, and create classrooms where every child feels valued and heard. We’re proud of our staff’s commitment to continuous growth! ❤️
Through this visit, our team explored new strategies to connect with students, reinforce social contracts, and create classrooms where every child feels valued and heard. We’re proud of our staff’s commitment to continuous growth! ❤️
“What should I be for Halloween?” 🎃👻
Mrs. Daija Heavin let her students be creative writers today — asking them what she should dress up as for Halloween!
From funny to spooky to totally unexpected, their ideas did not disappoint!
Mrs. Daija Heavin let her students be creative writers today — asking them what she should dress up as for Halloween!
From funny to spooky to totally unexpected, their ideas did not disappoint!
How School Construction Funding Really Works
Community members have asked important questions about how school construction is funded and why districts don’t simply “save up” for large projects.
These informational pieces outline the basic structure of school facility funding — including how local building funds, state partnership funds, and long-term bonds work together — and why rising construction costs make long-term saving alone challenging.
Our goal is to help the community understand how the facility funding mechanism works, not to advocate for or against any specific millage change. We appreciate your engagement and welcome your questions as we continue planning responsibly for the future of our schools.
Community members have asked important questions about how school construction is funded and why districts don’t simply “save up” for large projects.
These informational pieces outline the basic structure of school facility funding — including how local building funds, state partnership funds, and long-term bonds work together — and why rising construction costs make long-term saving alone challenging.
Our goal is to help the community understand how the facility funding mechanism works, not to advocate for or against any specific millage change. We appreciate your engagement and welcome your questions as we continue planning responsibly for the future of our schools.
📅 PES families — mark your calendars!
October is packed with fun events, field trips, and spirit days!
Check out the graphic below for all the dates and details. ❤️🖤
October is packed with fun events, field trips, and spirit days!
Check out the graphic below for all the dates and details. ❤️🖤
You’re invited! Come see Pocahontas High School!
As part of our 2025 Millage Campaign, we’re opening our doors for a community drop-in tour on Monday, October 27, from 6:00–7:00 PM.
Walk through our high school, see classrooms and facilities up close, and learn more about the proposed improvements that will impact students, staff, and our entire community.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, see where updates are needed, and envision the future of education in Pocahontas.
As part of our 2025 Millage Campaign, we’re opening our doors for a community drop-in tour on Monday, October 27, from 6:00–7:00 PM.
Walk through our high school, see classrooms and facilities up close, and learn more about the proposed improvements that will impact students, staff, and our entire community.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, see where updates are needed, and envision the future of education in Pocahontas.
Thank you, Ace Hardware, for your generous donation of paint sticks! Our PES students are turning them into tomahawks to show their Redskin pride for Homecoming!
✨Redskin Assembly Hall✨
Imagine a space where our students can gather for meals, assemblies, performances, and community events—all under one roof. With the 2025 Millage Campaign, that vision becomes reality through the new Redskin Assembly Hall.
This multipurpose space will feature a dedicated stage and gathering area designed to celebrate student achievement, showcase talent, and bring our school community together like never before.
Imagine a space where our students can gather for meals, assemblies, performances, and community events—all under one roof. With the 2025 Millage Campaign, that vision becomes reality through the new Redskin Assembly Hall.
This multipurpose space will feature a dedicated stage and gathering area designed to celebrate student achievement, showcase talent, and bring our school community together like never before.
Homecoming Week is NEXT WEEK — October 20–24!
Get ready for a week full of school spirit, fun dress-up days, and Redskin pride leading up to Friday night’s big game! We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone!
Get ready for a week full of school spirit, fun dress-up days, and Redskin pride leading up to Friday night’s big game! We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone!
S-blend fun in Ms. Ellis’ class!
Students practiced the sk sound by making their very own masks — learning and creativity all in one!
Students practiced the sk sound by making their very own masks — learning and creativity all in one!
Did you know? 📊
Pocahontas School District currently has one of the lowest millage rates among surrounding districts.
Even with the proposed millage increase, our rate would remain competitive with neighboring schools while allowing us to build safer, more modern learning environments for our students.
An investment in education is an investment in our community’s future.
Pocahontas School District currently has one of the lowest millage rates among surrounding districts.
Even with the proposed millage increase, our rate would remain competitive with neighboring schools while allowing us to build safer, more modern learning environments for our students.
An investment in education is an investment in our community’s future.
Weekly Newsletter
🎉 It’s National Principals Month! 🎉
To our eight principals and assistant principals — thank you for the countless hours you pour into supporting students, empowering teachers, and building a culture where everyone can thrive. Your leadership makes all the difference!
Help us show them some love in the comments below! 👏
To our eight principals and assistant principals — thank you for the countless hours you pour into supporting students, empowering teachers, and building a culture where everyone can thrive. Your leadership makes all the difference!
Help us show them some love in the comments below! 👏
🚧 You’ve never seen traffic cones this fun! Our 2nd-grade teachers know how to make dismissal a bright spot in everyone’s day. 🧡
TOMORROW: 2025 Millage Campaign Informational Meetings
🕓 4:30 PM — During the Home Volleyball Game (PJHS)
🕓 6:00 PM — Pocahontas Community Center
Come learn, ask questions, and support our students! ❤️
🕓 4:30 PM — During the Home Volleyball Game (PJHS)
🕓 6:00 PM — Pocahontas Community Center
Come learn, ask questions, and support our students! ❤️
🎶 Our 2nd grade students have been learning about Florence Price, an Arkansas-born composer, during September in Ms. Bennett’s music class!
🍬 Candy Donations Needed 🍬
Pocahontas Elementary is gearing up for Family Game Night & Fall Festival on October 28, and we need your help to make it extra sweet!
We’re collecting candy donations now through Friday, October 24. Donations can be sent with your child or dropped off at the PES front office.
Pocahontas Elementary is gearing up for Family Game Night & Fall Festival on October 28, and we need your help to make it extra sweet!
We’re collecting candy donations now through Friday, October 24. Donations can be sent with your child or dropped off at the PES front office.