Pine Bluff School District

Pine Bluff School District will follow a regular schedule with normal dismissal on Friday, January 23. At this time, weather conditions are not expected to affect our area until later in the day. We will continue to monitor the forecast and will keep families informed should plans change.

With colder temperatures and possible winter weather in the forecast later this week, we want to make sure everyone stays informed and prepared.
Pine Bluff School District is closely monitoring the weather regarding school closures and the monthly board meeting scheduled for Monday. The safety of our students, staff, and families always comes first.

If there are any school closures, delays, or early dismissals, families will be notified through:
✔️ Text messages
✔️ Emails
✔️ School and district websites
✔️ Local news stations
✔️ PBSD and school social media pages

📢 GAME SCHEDULE UPDATE ❄️
Weather-Related Change

Due to the projected inclement weather forecast, the following games originally scheduled for Friday and Monday have been moved to:

Thursday, January 22, 2026

🏀 Hot Springs vs Pine Bluff (HOME)
📍 PBHS – Jack Robey Gym, 4101 South Olive Street
⏰ 6:00 PM – Varsity Girls
⏰ 7:15 PM – Varsity Boys

🏀 Bryant Junior High at Pine Bluff Junior High (HOME)
📍 Dollarway Gym, 4900 Dollarway Road
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8th Grade Boys
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9th Grade Girls
⏰ 7:15 PM – 9th Grade Boys

❤️🤍 We look forward to seeing you Thursday!
Go Zebras!

January 2026 has been declared School Board Member Recognition Month by the Arkansas State Board of Education. Join PBSD in recognizing our Board Members Jomeka Edwards and Dr. Sederick Rice.

Important Meeting for PBHS Seniors!

January 2026 has been declared School Board Member Recognition Month by the Arkansas State Board of Education, and Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has issued a proclamation recognizing the service of Arkansas school board members.
Join PBSD in recognizing our Board Members!

Dr. Jennifer Barbaree met with the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council today. During the meeting, students and Dr. Barbaree engaged in meaningful conversations about the school district as a whole, as well as experiences specific to their individual schools. The purpose of the council is to provide students with a voice and allow the superintendent to hear not only their concerns, but also the successes they are experiencing throughout the district.

FPGV will resume regular schedule tomorrow , Friday , January 9, 2026 for preschool and kindergarten scholars. Thank you for your cooperation!

Attention Parents and Guardians of Forrest Park/Greenville Kinder Academy:
Due to a water leak and limited water pressure at Forrest Park/Greenville Kinder Academy, Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 students will not attend school on tomorrow, Thursday, January 8th. However, Kindergarten students will attend school as scheduled. Thank you for your understanding as we work to resolve this issue.

Happy New Year and Welcome Back! THE PBSD Staff will return back to work on tomorrow and our students will return back on Wednesday, January 7.

📚✨ Our district's Librarian PLC recently had the pleasure of attending—and hosting—this quarter’s JobAlike library meeting at the SEARK Coop. Collaboration and creativity were on full display! Led by 34th Elementary librarian Wendy Camarillo, the team engaged in hands-on activities focused on creating and sharing practical programming tools that can be easily implemented back on our campuses. Special thanks to Elizabeth Wall(Southwood Elem.), Connie Jackson (Pine Bluff Jr. High), and Larissa Davis (Pine Bluff Sr. High) for helping facilitate a successful and energizing session—Pine Bluff School District librarians are connected, innovative, and always leading the way for literacy and learning.

Pine Bluff School District Christmas Break, December 22-January 6.
Classes will resume January 7, 2026.

The PBSD will have its monthly board meeting tonight at 6 pm at the Jordan Chaney Administration Building.

Pine Bluff High School is proud to announce that Chanya Burnley was selected to represent PBHS at the JAG National Career Development Conference (NCDC) in Washington, D.C. Chanya joined the Arkansas Delegation for an unforgettable week of leadership development, career exploration, and national networking. During their time in the nation’s capital, Chanya and her fellow delegates had the special opportunity to visit the U.S. Capitol and meet with Congressman Bruce Westerman and Congressman Steve Womack. Both congressmen shared encouraging words about the critical role Career and Technical Education (CTE) plays in preparing students for real-world success. Delegates also had the chance to express what the JAG Advantage means to them—highlighting how the program has shaped their confidence, goals, and future pathways. The trip also included leadership sessions, meaningful discussions with peers from across the country, and tours of the Capitol along with several historic national monuments. It was a powerful week that broadened perspectives and strengthened skills that students will carry forward into their careers. Chanya was accompanied by her JAG Specialist, Mr. Calvin Thomas, who continues to support and champion PBHS students as they grow into strong leaders. We are incredibly proud of Chanya’s representation, her professionalism, and the way she showcased the excellence of Pine Bluff High School on a national stage.

Join us for an evening filled with holiday spirit and joyful performances! 🎶🎄 The Pine Bluff School District Fine Arts Departments proudly present the 2025 Christmas Concert, featuring: 🎺 PBHS Band 🎤 PBHS Chamber Choir 💃 Thirty-Fourth Elementary Drill Team 🎷 PBJH Beginning Band 📅 Tuesday, December 9th • ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 PBJH Academy Gymnasium Let’s celebrate the season together!

A heartfelt loss for the Pine Bluff School District.

⚾ Zebra Baseball Tryouts 📅 Dec 1–5 ⏰ 4 PM • 📍 Taylor Field Bring your best. Bring your grind. Let’s work! 🦓🔥

PBSD will observe Thanksgiving beginning Friday, November 21st. Students will return to school on Tuesday, December 2nd.