Congratulations to the following band students for earning placement through competitive auditions to the 2021 Eastern Oklahoma Band Directors Association All-Region Honor Bands MIDDLE SCHOOL HONOR BAND (6th - 8th) Flute 5 - Elliott Alexander Flute 9 - Jordyn Wiles Flute 12 - Alyson Rapin Clarinet 5- Kendra Parker Clarinet 8 - Abi Rollins Bass Clarinet 4 -... READ MORE >
Veterans Day 2020 Here at Pocola Schools we are celebrating our Veterans by having a student lead Zoom meeting we hope you enjoy.(Please Click the text above). READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for being selected, through competitive auditions, for placement in the 2021 Eastern District Band Directors Association All - District Honor Band:7th Grade Honor BandElliott Alexander - FluteAllyson Rapin - Flute8th/9th Grade Honor BandAbi Rollins - ClarinetAddison Thomas - ClarinetKambrie Piovesan -TrumpetHigh School... READ MORE >
PHS Color Guard Members Charro Coady and Anna Curry competed in the State Solo Contest for Color Guard at Panama High School on November 4th. Both Charro and Anna received Superior Ratings (I) for their solo performances. Great Job to both of these students!! READ MORE >
Members of the PHS Color Guard traveled to Atoka HS on October 14 and competed in the OSSAA Color Guard Solo Contest. Charro Coady, Anna Curry, and Cassie Walton each performed an individual routine set to music and were evaluated by an adjudicator. All three students recieved Superior ratings (I) for their performances. Congratulations on a fine job!! READ MORE >
The PHS Color Guard traveled to Atoka HS on October 14 and competed in the OSSAA Color Guard Ensemble Contest. They performed a routine to the song "Bad Guy" by Billie Eilish. The Guard recieved a Excellent rating (II) for their performance. Congratulations to these students!!! READ MORE >
Black Diamond Conference Basketball COVID-19 Safety Protocols Please help us have a safe and successful Black Diamond Conference Basketball Season by adhering to the following safety protocols: Guidance for Players, Coaches, Officials, and Media (Home and Visitor) Player wellness checks, including temperature screening, assessment for cough,... READ MORE >
Public MeetingJohnson-O'Malley and TITLE VI Indian EducationPocola Public Schools JOM Parent Committee will hold a public meeting on Monday, October 26, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. in the Pocola Administration Building, 600 East Pryor Avenue Pocola, Oklahoma Pocola Public Schools Indians Education Committee will hold a public meeting on Monday, October 26, 2020... READ MORE >
CONFIRMED CASE: 9/26/20 Dear Parents, We regret to inform you that a staff member at Pocola Elementary has tested positive for Covid-19. Also, a member of the central office has tested positive., as well. This students, faculty and staff that were in close contact with individuals that have been tested positive have been notified and mandated to quarantine... READ MORE >
CONFIRMED CASE: 9/24/20 Dear Parents, We regret to inform you that a student or staff member at Pocola Schools has tested positive for Covid-19. This students, faculty and staff that were in close contact with this individual have been notified and mandated to quarantine at home for 14 days. At this time, we do not feel that your child was in close... READ MORE >
CONFIRMED CASE: 9/22/20 Dear Parents/Guardians We regret to inform you that a student or staff member at Pocola Schools has tested positive for Covid-19. This students, faculty and staff that were in close contact with this individual have been notified and mandated to quarantine at home for 14 days. At this time, we do not feel that your child was in... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students to be selected as the 2020 Band Night Royalty:Senior Attendants / EscortsAngel Comstock / Wesley GrizzleIsabella Lane / Charro CoadyKaitlyn Lindenau / Logan PiovesanJunior Attendant / EscortAlexis Calma / Wyatt FolsomSophomore Attendant / EscortHailey Holden / Marshall LawsonFreshman Attendant / EscortAnna Selders / Jacob... READ MORE >
Good Afternoon PPS. School will resume Tuesday, September 8th. Students will be asked to follow the same procedures with masks being worn in the hallways at all times and during passing periods. If teachers asks students to wear masks in their classrooms, please follow the classroom protocols. PPS has received new classroom foggers and a new shipment of... READ MORE >
Pocola Schools, With the recent health updates, Pocola Schools has determined that it would be in the best interest of the students and staff that tomorrow, Friday 21st, will be considered a virtual day. The administration, teachers and staff will report for work but students will be taught virtually. Each site has communicated with their... READ MORE >
CONFIRMED CASE: 8/19/20Dear Parents,We regret to inform you that a student or staff member at Pocola High School has tested positive for Covid-19. This students, faculty and staff that were in close contact with this individual have been notified and mandated to quarantine at home for 14 days or proof of a negative result. At this time, we do not feel that... READ MORE >
JOM Indian Student School Supply Cards ($25 Walmart Card) are ready for pickup in the Administration Office.Hours are M-F 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Please wear mask when entering the building. If you are showing any signs of sickness please wait. Thank you for your cooperation. READ MORE >
Thursday, August 6th, at 6 pm in the High School gym there will be an informational meeting concerning Pocola School's virtual option through Edmentum. There will be a spokesperson from Edmentum to help navigate questions and concerns. READ MORE >
Pocola Public Schools will have their Pre-K enrollment on July 29-31. The enrollment will be by appointment so call the Elementary building to schedule. Deborah Linker @ 918-436-6013 or dlinker@pocolaschools.org READ MORE >
Pocola Public Schools Survey. We're running a survey and would love your input. Please let us know what you think below. Thanks for participating! READ MORE >
Summer EBT for Children.The Summer EBT for Children is a program that offers food benefit package to school-agre children who qualify for free or reduce meals. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for ratings received at the 2020 Instrumental and Vocal Solo/Ensemble Contests: Junior High: Jordyn Wiles Flute Solo EXCELLENT Abi Rollins Clarinet Solo SUPERIOR Kendra Parker Clarinet Solo SUPERIOR Addison... READ MORE >
Check out these great deals on some awesome SCHOOL SPIRIT SHIRTS!Extension given due to illnesses/absences. All proceeds benefit Pocola 5th Grade. Order forms can be picked up in the Elementary, Middle School, or High School offices. Money and Order Forms need to be returned by Thursday, February 20th.Thank you for your support! 5th Grade Teachers READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for earning placement, through competitive auditions, in the 2020 Eastern Oklahoma Band Directors Association All-Region Honor Bands: Middle School (6-8) Honor Band: Jordyn Wiles – 5th Chair Flute Elliott Alexander – 6th Chair Flute Cortney Williams – 14th Chair Clarinet Abi Rollins – 17th Chair... READ MORE >
Head over to www.yearbookforever.com to order your yearbook and senior ads before the prices go up! READ MORE >
The PHS Cheerleaders had the opportunity to attend a cheer/dance clinic with the OKC Thunder Girls. Following the clinic they performed a dance at the Tunder Prime Time event. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students: Most School Spirit - Zayne Amerson / Alexis Watts Worst Driver - Abel Kukla / Madison Keylon Most Artistic - Jayden Leach / Katie Williams Best Personality - Buddy Williams / Lauren Miller Class Clown - Bailey Jinks / Taesha Sherrod Best Hair - Jaimison Brewer / Aubrey Sue Darneal Most Athletic - Brandon Carlton /... READ MORE >
The Pride of Pocola traveled to McAlester on Wednesday, October 23 to compete in the OSSAA Southeast Regional Marching Contest. 35 bands from classes 2A, 3A, and 4A attendend this contest to receive assessment from 3 adjudicators for the execution of marching and playing skills. For their field performance, the band received an Excellent Rating. The PHS Color... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 National Honor Society Officers President: Abby Duke, Vice President: Zoey Fuller, Secretary: Taylor Moore, Treasurer: Camryn Harvey, Historian: Heather Saulter READ MORE >
Gifted and Talented Public Meeting 10/9/2019 READ MORE >
Student Council 2019-2020President - Maddi KeylonVice-President - Jaimison BrewerSecretary - Alexis WattsTreasurer - Steven BakerSenior Boy Representative - Zayne AmersonSenior Girl Representative - Lauren MillerProject Coordinator - Kenzie TuckJunior Boy Representative - Derek ElliottJunior Girl Representative - Camryn HarveySophomore Boy Representative - Eli... READ MORE >
On Saturday, September 28, The Pride of Pocola Marching Band traveled to Oologah to begin their competition season at the Stallion Battalion Marching Invitational.In caption awards, Percussion placed 2nd over all the bands in the combined 2A classes. The color guard placed 3rd over all the combined 2A classes.The marching band placed 2nd for their field performance... READ MORE >
ATTENTION: 10TH, 11TH, 12TH Grades Chad Cargill will be presenting an ACT Prep Workshop at CASC-Sallisaw, on Tuesday, October 8, 2019. This workshop is provided by Education Talent Search and is FREE to ETS students only; the cost is $30 if you are NOT an ETS student. If you would like to purchase the prep workbook it is $20. A snack and lunch will be available... READ MORE >
Johnson-O’Malley and TITLE VI Indian Education Pocola Public Schools JOM Parent Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. in the Pocola Elementary School Library located at 1000 East Pryor Avenue, Pocola, Oklahoma Pocola Public Schools Indian Education Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday ... READ MORE >
Student section themes for the 2019-2020 season are as follows:Friday, September 20, 2019 - 'MuricaFriday, September 27, 2019 - NeonFriday, October 11, 2019 - Pink OutThrusday, October 18, 2019 - School Spirit/Maroon & WhiteFriday, November 8, 2019 - White Out (Senior Night) READ MORE >
The sign up for the Girl Scouts will be at Pocola Elementary tonight at 6pm. Tuesday, September, 10 2019. READ MORE >
The Pocola Jr. High Lady Indians competed this week in the LeFlore County Tournament. They beat out Spiro, Wister, and Poteau to claim the title. Way to battle and play this week ladies! Great job! READ MORE >
The Pocola Lady Indians Jr. High played in the Panama Ladyback Classic this week. They defeated Spiro, Red Oak, Panama, and Poteau to bring home the championship. Awesome job this week ladies! READ MORE >
Going wild @ Heavener READ MORE >
This summer the Pocola Junior High and High School Cheerleaders had the opportunity to attend a three day long Premier Cheer Camp. During camp the cheerleaders were able to learn new cheers and chants as well as working on jumps, stunts, team bonding, and tumbling skills. READ MORE >
If your child receives Indian supplies through the school your gift cards are ready to be picked up at the Pocola Central Office tomorrow August 2, 2019 READ MORE >
Click the title for Free and Reduce Meals, meal pricing and account balance information. READ MORE >
The 2019 Senior Slideshow is available for download here. READ MORE >
The following students have been selected as leadership for the 2019 - 2020 PHS Pride of Pocola.Drum MajorForever RenfroWoodwindsMiranda Williams Kaitlyn LindenauForever RenfroBrassesIsabella LaneBraden GraverTori Marrazzo Percussion Zayne AmersonTori Comstock Color Guard Kaylee GarrettKailee Caldwell Congrats to these students!! READ MORE >
APR 30 - MAY 1 Elementary Concert 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pocola Elementary School MAY 7 Pre-K Graduation 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pocola Elementary School READ MORE >
The following students have been selected to the 2019 - 2020 PHS Color Guard:Kailee CaldwellCharro CoadyAnna CurryKaylee GarrettHailey HoldenLilly KelleyTaylor MooreAriel PoseyAnna SeldersTaesha SherrodCassie WaltonCONGRATULATIONS TO THESE STUDENTS!! READ MORE >
Pocola FCCLA will be hosting a blood drive on April 26th on the Blood Drive Bus. You may sign up online or with Ms. Beshears, walk-ins are also welcome. We would love to see you there supporting OBI and your local FCCLA. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for ratings received at the 2019 OSSAA STATE Instrumental Solo/Ensemble Contest on Tuesday, April 16, on the Oklahoma State University campus in Stillwater: Ayren King Trombone Solo SUPERIOR Hayden King Euphonium Solo SUPERIOR... READ MORE >
The following PHS FCCLA Officers were elected today for the 2019-2020 school year:President - Kailee CaldwellFirst Vice-President - Kaylynn PerkinsVice-President of Community Service - Angel ComstockVice-President of Competitive Events - Kaitlyn LIndenauVice-President of Membership - Madison WoodVice-President of Programs - Ariel WallisVice-President of Public... READ MORE >
PUBLIC MEETINGS Johnson-O’Malley and TITLE VI Indian Education Pocola Public Schools JOM Parent Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. in the Pocola Elementary School Library located at 1000 East Pryor Avenue, Pocola, Oklahoma Pocola Public Schools Indians Education Committee will hold a public meeting on... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 2019 PHS Band. They recieved the Academic Achievment Award from the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Activites Association. This is awarded to ensembles that maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 of higher. This is a testament to the high expectations that our students strive for, both musically and academically. GREAT WORK PRIDE OF... READ MORE >
Clinic week and tryouts for the 2019 - 2020 PHS Color Guard will take place April 15 - 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the PHS Bandroom. Color Guard is open to any academically eligible student currently in grades 7th - 11th. No previous experience is neccessary. During clinic week students will learn basic fundamentals and a short audition routine to perform... READ MORE >
PJH and PHS Cheer tryouts for the 2019-2020 school year will take place on April 6, 2019 in PJH gym. Application packets for all interested students will be available on March 25th and need to be turned in no later than April 5, 2019 @ 3:30 p.m. The tryout materials can be found at the following links: Junior High Cheer Tryout MaterialHigh School Cheer Tryout... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, March 12, Pocola 1st year band students traveled to Tahlequah to participate in the 16th Annual Eastern Oklahoma Elementary All Star Bands. The students were selected to perform with over 630 students from 24 schools divided into 5 "honor" bands. The students recieved music when they arrived, rehearsed all day, and performed the music in a concert that... READ MORE >
Anna Curry and Tori Marrazzo competed in the OSSAA District Vocal Solo and Ensemble Contest, held Saturday, March 2 at Northeastern State University - Tahlequah. Both students recieved EXCELLENT ratings for their vocal solo performances. Congratulations to these students for their accomplishment and hard work!! READ MORE >
The PHS Concert Band traveled to Tahlequah High on Thursday, February 28, to compete in the OSSAA District Concert Band Competition.The band recieved an EXCELLENT rating for their stage performance. The ensemble also recieved a SUPERIOR rating for their Sight Reading performance.Congrats to these students for their hard work!! READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for ratings received at the 2019 OSSAA Instrumental Solo/Ensemble Contest held on February 23, at Tahlequah High School : Junior High: Megan Finley Clarinet Solo SUPERIOR Sydney Gray Clarinet Solo SUPERIOR Charles Grimsley Clarinet Solo SUPERIOR Emma Ridenour ... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for earning placement, through competitive auditions, in the 2019 Eastern Oklahoma Band Directors Association All-Region Honor Bands: Junior High Honor Band: Emma Ridenour – 17th Chair Clarinet Kambrie Piovesan – 3rd Chair French Horn Gunner Trent – 2nd Chair Trombone Jon Woods – 1st Chair... READ MORE >
87th Annual LeFlore County Tournament Brackets READ MORE >
Johnson-OMalley and Title VI Indian Education MeetingPocola Elementary Library 4 P.M. READ MORE >
Pocola Public Schools is proud to announce our 2018-19 Fall Semester Honor Roll. Elementary Honor Roll High School and Middle School Honor Roll READ MORE >
The Pocola HIgh School Cheerleaders traveled to Oklahoma City on November 14th in order to attend a cheer and dance clinic with the OKC Thunder Girls. Team members were taught dance and cheer skills and were able to meet with the Thunder Girls and discuss the requirements and demands of being a professional cheerleader. After the clinic the team was invited to... READ MORE >
Kailee Caldwell, Jaedyn King, and Kaylynn Perkins, members of the Pocola High School officer team of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and over 1,600 FCCLA youth members and adult advisers from across the country gathered in Louisville, KY, November 9-11 for the annual FCCLA National Cluster Meeting. These meetings provided FCCLA members... READ MORE >
Senior Trombonist Ayren King has been selected to the Oklahoma Small School Band Director’s Association All-State Honor Band. Ayren was selected through competitive auditions held in Tecumseh on Saturday, November 10. The OSSBDA Small School All-State Band is comprised of the top high school musicians in the state from the OSSAA Music Class 2A-3A-4A. The band will... READ MORE >
Band members traveled to Fort Gibson on Saturday, November 3 to audition for placement in the Eastern District Band Directors Association All-District Honor Bands. The following students were selected:Jon Woods - 1st Chair Euphonium - 8th/9th Grade BandNoah Amerson - 1st Alternate Trumpet - 8th/9th Grade BandAyren King - 1st Chair Trombone - Senior High BandDillon... READ MORE >
The Pride of Pocola finished their 2018 competition season at the Lawton Superior Marching Contest on October 24. The band and color guard qualified for this contest by receiving Superior ratings for performances at the OSSAA Regional Marching Band Contest. At Lawton, The Pride placed 2nd in their class and received Superior ratings for their field performance.... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Pride of Pocola! They have concluded their regular competition season on Saturday, October 13, at the Oklahoma Bandmasters Association State Marching Band Championships. Having moved up to the larger 2A Class, they fared very well against their competitors. For the first time in 10 years, the band earned a spot in finals, having one of the... READ MORE >
The Pride of Pocola traveled to McAlester to compete on the OSSAA Southeast Regional Marching Contest on Wednesday, October 10. The band received a Superior Rating for their field performance. This marks the third year in a row that the Pocola High School Marching Band has received a superior rating from the OSSAA. The PHS Color Guard also participated in Solo and... READ MORE >
The Pride of Pocola competed at the Glenpool Blue Grey Marching Classic where they placed 1st in Class 3A White for their field performance. The band also won 1st Place in the Percussion Caption of the overall 3A Class (out of 14 bands). Congratulations to these hard working students!!! READ MORE >
The Pocola Lady Indians are REGIONAL CHAMPIONS! The girls have fought hard and had a great season with a record of 25-10. Everybody's support keeps them striving to be the best!They will play in their first round of State on Thursday at 11am at Firelake ball fields in Shawnee. Keep showing your support for our wonderful softball girls. GO LADY INDIANS! READ MORE >
The Pride of Pocola Marching Band traveled to Oologah to compete in the Stallion Battalion Marching Invitational on Saturday, September 29. The band performed their production entitled, 'ExtraTerrestrial".In preliminary competition, The Pride won 1st Place in Class 2A Gold. In caption awards, Pocola's Percussion and Color Guard both received 3rd place in the... READ MORE >
KEYSTONE FOOD SERVICE Attention Pocola students and parents! Your 9th through 12th graders can now enjoy a grab and go breakfast each morning served at the HS from 7:45 to 8:00! This will include a hot breakfast option, pop tart or breakfast bar along with fruit, milk and juice. This is perfect for days when there isn’t enough time for breakfast at... READ MORE >
Congratulations to our 2018 Student Council Officers (High School) PRESIDENT - Kennadi Johnson VICE PRESIDENT - Hayden Reaves SECRETARY – Kaylee Garrett TREASURER – Steven Baker HISTORIAN – Amy Hemphill PROJECT COORDINATOR – Jada Davis SENIOR REPRESENTATIVES - Dillon Williams and Chloe Branch JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE – Steven Baker... READ MORE >
Elections for High School Student Council will be this Thursday. There is still time to sign up to run for a position. Sign up in Mrs Baker's classroom by Wednesday morning. Good Luck to all those who are running. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 2018 Band Night Royalty:8th GradeTori Comstock and Stetson Caldwell9th GradeBrylee Graver and Noah Amerson10th GradeIsabella Lane and Logan Piovesan11th Grade Forever Renfro and Steven Baker12th GradeTaryn Barnett and Ayren KingAngel Billingsley and Devin SmithThe 2018 Band Queen will be announced at the Band Night ceremony on September 28,... READ MORE >
There will be a sitting fee. If you have any questions please contact the High School Office or Counselor. READ MORE >
Lady Indians softball game with Valliant will be broadcast on Facebook this Friday, August 17th at 4:00 READ MORE >
Indian Student school supply gift cards will be available for pickup in the Central Office beginning AUGUST 1st. READ MORE >
Members of the PHS Color Guard attended the 2018 Grizzly Color Guard Camp this week held at Northside High School in Fort Smith. The guard received instruction in basic fundamentals and technique, as well as performance skills on flag, rifle, and dance. The week concluded with performances of routines learned throughout the week. Our students performed amazingly... READ MORE >
On June 18 - 22, incoming Pride of Pocola Drum Major Forever Renfro attended the George M. Parks Drum Major Academy on the campus of the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. The Academy is a intensive week long camp where students are taught advanced concepts in conducting, teaching, and leadership/communication. These skills are designed to make them better... READ MORE >
Members of the PHS Drum Line recently attended the Yamaha Sounds of Summer Percussion camp, held at Chaffin Junior High, on June 20 - 21. The two day camp was sponsored by Saied Music Company, and had an instructional staff of regional and national percussion educators. Students honed their skills, working in small and large group settings. Our percussionists... READ MORE >
The new Website and App will be up and running officially Friday, July 13, 2018. READ MORE >
Pocola softball team brings a 22-7, ranked 11th in 4A softball, to the field today. First game of the day will be Spiro vs Sallisaw Central at 10:00. Pocola will follow that game against the loser. Come on out and see them play. READ MORE >
The year is coming to an end. End of school events are starting. Prom is this Saturday, April 21, 2018 at The Barn with Southern Charm in Cameron. Other end of school events are the following:May 7: Middle School awards assembly at 10:00May 7: High School awards assembly at 1:00May 7: All Sports Banquet at 6:00 in the café.May 8: Pre-K graduation High School... READ MORE >
Spring sports are in there 2nd week of their season. The slow pitch softball team has started strong with a record of 7-1. In 8 games the team has team 22 homeruns. Led by 4 different players that have 4 homeruns. The Baseball team is young and has started a little slow. They have won 1 game in the first 6 games. READ MORE >
You may contact our web staff by either e-mail or by "snail" mail at the addresses below. Once we receive your e-mail we are assuming we have your permission to post pictures and/or biographical information on the web! We will need the following information: Year of graduationNameContact Information (Phone, address, email)Bio Information (Anything you would like... READ MORE >
Pocola Bands would like to thank the following companies and businesses for their support to the Pride of Pocola!! Simple Simon's Pizza - Pocola Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Corporation The Choctaw Nation READ MORE >
Congrats to the following Leadership team members for the 2017 - 2018 Pride of Pocola! Olivia Lane Forever Renfro Brianna Efurd Seth Steele Miranda Williams Braden Graver Dillon Williams Robert Seals Devin Smith Zayne Amerson Chris Lupo Raegan Sites Kaylee Garrett READ MORE >
The Pride of Pocola is pleased to announce the addition of two Band Directors who will assist with the HS Band this year! Ms. April Quinn - Ms. Quinn is returning to us 1st hour from the Elementary, where she heads up our Elementary Music program. A wonderful band director and an outstanding clarinetist, Ms. Quinn will be a valuable resource for our students. ... READ MORE >