Paragould High School

Today, during 3rd period, 10/12th grade students will be taking the APNA Survey. Information on this survey is as follows: Our school is participating in a statewide needs assessment survey. The survey, Arkansas Prevention Needs Assessment Student Survey, is sponsored by the Arkansas Department of Human Services. The results will be used to help plan substance abuse prevention strategies and programs in our community. Some important facts about the survey: 1) It is anonymous. Students will not put their names on the survey. No one will be able to connect any individual student with his or her responses. School staff will not see any student responses. 2) Participation in the survey is voluntary.A student may decline to participate at any time or skip any question they do not wish to answer. Questions cover alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and family and community factors related to substance use and abuse.

Please view the Fall 2024 Semester Test Info for exam dates and exemption policies.

Due to Pocahontas advancing in the football playoffs, they will be unable to play Friday night against our Rams. A make-up game will be announced at a later date.

Thanksgiving break is 11/25 - 12/2. Students return to school on Tuesday 12/3/24.

Interim grades for the 2nd Nine Weeks are now posted to Home Access Center (HAC). To view grades, click on the 'Grades' icon in HAC.

ALP Entrepreneur Day 2024 has come and gone and what a SUCCESS it was! Congratulations to our winners . You can find the complete list in the first photo. We are proud of our students for their creative thinking and entrepreneur skills.

Don't forget - Battle for the Bell t-shirt orders and money are due today. You can drop off orders at any PSD school or the PSD administration building. We also have order forms in each school if needed. Remember, all proceeds go to TOGETHER WE FOSTER. #2Schools1Community

On September 19, 2024 a group of 20 Paragould High School gifted and talented students attended a St. Bernards robotics day competition. Our PSD students were provided with the opportunity to experience what it is like to use a surgical robot. We would like to congratulate our Paragould students and staff for winning the competition. We would also like to thank St. Bernards for allowing our students to be a part of this unforgettable experience. Go Rams!

The 2024 PHS Homecoming assembly will take place tomorrow, October 25th beginning at 1:30pm in the high school gym. Parents/family members wishing to attend may do so, there will be reserved seating on the visitors side of the gym, doors will open at 1:00pm and all visitors may enter through the main doors of the gym. This event will also be live-streamed through the Paragould Ram Sports Network on YouTube, we will send out a link tomorrow.

On Monday, 10/21, the Paragould Pride Band has a competition at Ram Stadium, due to this, a very large portion of the student parking lot will be blocked off for visiting bands. Student drivers will need to utilize parking that is not blocked off and parking by 10-fitness and the medical plaza behind the school campus on Medical drive. There will be directors assisting with traffic on Monday for student parking and car-line.

Arkansas students in grades 3-10 took a new state test in the spring of 2024 through the Arkansas Teaching & Learning Assessment System (ATLAS). In addition, students in grades K-3 recently completed the ATLAS Screener. You can access information about your child’s performance through the ATLAS Family Portal. This resource includes the results of your child’s performance on all ATLAS tests. Information regarding how to access scores was sent home with your child today. Click on the following links for additional information regarding ATLAS assessments. https://shorturl.at/gvmD7 https://shorturl.at/o5Ckg

Homecoming week kicks off this Sunday night with a "Movie Under the Stars" event on the Paragould High School campus - all Rams welcome! So bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join us as we watch "Alice in Wonderland". Gates open at 6:15pm and the movie starts at 7:00pm. No cost to enter. Concessions will be available.

Arkansas students in grades 3-10 took a new state test in the spring of 2024 through the Arkansas Teaching & Learning Assessment System (ATLAS). It replaces the old state test and is aligned to Arkansas grade level standards. You can access information about your child’s performance through the ATLAS Family Portal. This resource includes the results of your child’s performance on all ATLAS tests. Information regarding how to access your child’s scores will be sent home with students tomorrow. Click on the following link for additional information regarding ATLAS assessments. https://shorturl.at/PyytT

Just a reminder, Lifetouch will be on campus this Thursday, 10/17 for students in grades 9-11 for school picture make-ups. They will be back on Thursday, October 31st for senior composite only make-ups.

Just a reminder, Parent-Teacher conferences will be held this evening from 4:00-7:00pm. Teachers will be located in their classrooms. Interim reports may be picked up at the front entrance. As always, grades can also be accessed online through Home Access Center (HAC). There is a link to this on the school website. Also, financial aid Information will be held in the auditorium beginning at 5:00pm. We encourage seniors and parents to attend if you have any questions regarding financial aid!

Just a reminder, PT Conferences will be held on Thursday, 10/3 from 4:00-7:00pm. School will NOT be in session the following day, Friday, 10/4.

The Paragould School District has been made aware of a random social media post with language referencing a fire alarm, etc. Although the post was random, and not specifically directed towards the Paragould School District, authorities were notified. Out of precaution, additional officers will be on site tomorrow. Parents are encouraged to check their child's social media for any concerning behavior. All threats are taken seriously and investigated. Any students caught making threats or sharing random threats on social media may face possible criminal charges. Student safety is and always will be paramount within our school district.

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