Good evening JMES Parents,
We are excited to celebrate our scholars during the James Matthews Elementary School 4th Quarter End of the Year Awards Program on Friday, May 29, 2026, in the JMES Cafeteria.
Award Ceremony Times:
• 4th–6th Grade — 8:30 AM
• 1st–3rd Grade — 9:45 AM
We are proud of the hard work, growth, and accomplishments our students have shown throughout the school year and look forward to recognizing their success. Parents and families are welcome to attend as we celebrate our scholars for their dedication and achievement.
Thank you for your continued support of JMES as we finish the year strong!
JMES Scholars Winning Every Day!
On Time, On Task, and On a Mission!
Tassels turned. Diplomas earned. Dreams unlocked. 🎓✨
The Pine Bluff High Class of 2026 has officially crossed the finish line, and we couldn’t be prouder!
Congratulations to our graduates, your next chapter starts now!
#PBHS #Zebras
The Pine Bluff High Class of 2026 has officially crossed the finish line, and we couldn’t be prouder!
Congratulations to our graduates, your next chapter starts now!
#PBHS #Zebras
🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 Joe Barry Carroll Teacher Award winners! 🍎✨
Each of these outstanding educators will receive $5,000 in recognition of their dedication, excellence, and lasting impact in the classroom.
🏆 2026 Winners:
• Elementary: Kazmira Davis
• Junior High: Eric Corburn
• High School: Kendria Jones
👏🏽 We also proudly recognize our 2026 nominees:
• Elementary: Wendy Mitchell
• Junior High: Faith Achina
• High School: Crystal Barnes — nominated for the second year in a row! ✨
Thank you all for your commitment to educating, inspiring, and empowering our scholars every single day. 💙💛
Join us in celebrating our 2025–2026 Pine Bluff School District Teacher of the Year, Ms. Lashana Barnes! 🍎✨
Representing Forrest Park/Greenville Kinder Academy, Ms. Barnes has demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to student success. Her passion for education and the love she pours into her scholars each day have earned her the district’s highest honor. 💙💛
Great teachers do more than teach lessons; they inspire confidence, shape futures, and leave lasting impacts that extend far beyond the classroom. Ms. Barnes continues to do exactly that through her hard work, compassion, and excellence in education.
Congratulations, Ms. Barnes, and thank you for all you do for our students, school, and community. PBSD is proud to celebrate you! 🎉🍎✨
Representing Forrest Park/Greenville Kinder Academy, Ms. Barnes has demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to student success. Her passion for education and the love she pours into her scholars each day have earned her the district’s highest honor. 💙💛
Great teachers do more than teach lessons; they inspire confidence, shape futures, and leave lasting impacts that extend far beyond the classroom. Ms. Barnes continues to do exactly that through her hard work, compassion, and excellence in education.
Congratulations, Ms. Barnes, and thank you for all you do for our students, school, and community. PBSD is proud to celebrate you! 🎉🍎✨
JMES families,
Our May events calendar is here, and we are excited about a strong finish to the school year! This month is filled with celebrations, important milestones, and opportunities for our students to shine.
Please take a moment to review the calendar so you can stay informed and plan accordingly. Highlights include:
May 4–8: Teacher Appreciation Week – help us celebrate our amazing teachers!
May 14: Field Day (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) – water donations are welcome!
May 20: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Old Dollarway Gym (10:00 AM)
May 21–26: Memorial Day Break – No School
May 29: 4th Quarter Awards Assembly
May 30: Memphis Trip for qualifying students
June 5: Last Day of School
We are proud of the growth our students have shown and look forward to finishing the year strong together.
As always, thank you for your continued support of James Matthews Elementary School, where we are On Time, On Task, and On a Mission!
Let’s finish strong, JMES! ❤️🖤
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8 at James Matthews Elementary School!
Dear Parents and Students,
Next week, we invite you to join us as we celebrate the amazing teachers of JMES during Teacher Appreciation Week: A Week of Travel & Thanks! Our teachers work hard every day to help our students learn, grow, and succeed, and this is the perfect time to show them how much they are appreciated.
Throughout the week, students are encouraged to bring small tokens of appreciation, handwritten notes, kind words, or thoughtful gifts to brighten their teachers’ days. Your support means so much and reminds our staff how valued they truly are.
Let’s come together to make this a special week for the incredible educators who help lead our Cardinals to success each day.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support!
James Matthews Elementary School
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #JMESCardinals #WeLoveOurTeachers #ThankATeach
✈️❤️ Attention JMES Families! ❤️✈️
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, and at James Matthews Elementary, we are celebrating the amazing teachers who help our students grow, learn, and soar every single day!
We encourage all students and parents to take a moment next week to show love and appreciation to your child’s teacher. A kind note, a drawing, a small token of thanks, or simply saying “Thank you” can mean so much.
Our teachers work hard each day to make a difference, and this is the perfect time to let them know they are valued and appreciated.
Let’s come together as a Cardinal family and make sure our teachers feel the love all week long!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #JMESCardinals #ThankATeacher #CardinalPride #YouMakeADifference
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, and at James Matthews Elementary, we are celebrating the amazing teachers who help our students grow, learn, and soar every single day!
We encourage all students and parents to take a moment next week to show love and appreciation to your child’s teacher. A kind note, a drawing, a small token of thanks, or simply saying “Thank you” can mean so much.
Our teachers work hard each day to make a difference, and this is the perfect time to let them know they are valued and appreciated.
Let’s come together as a Cardinal family and make sure our teachers feel the love all week long!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #JMESCardinals #ThankATeacher #CardinalPride #YouMakeADifference
Today we celebrate the heart of our transportation team! 🚌💛
Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day to the dedicated drivers who safely transport our scholars each and every day.
We appreciate your commitment, care, and service to Pine Bluff School District! 🙌🏽
📢 Now Enrolling: PBSD Virtual Learning Academy! ️📚
Is your student thriving in an online environment? Don’t miss your chance to apply for the
2026–2027 school year!
✅ Grades K–12
✅ Flexible virtual instruction
✅ Engaging, supportive learning environment
🔗 Apply now through May 15 at 3:30 PM: https://forms.gle/CpTr6R5g7ofs5MtA9
📌 Slots are limited—secure your spot today!
#PBSDVirtualAcademy #VirtualLearning #OnlineEducation #EnrollNow #PineBluffSchools
#TheeRedZebra
Is your student thriving in an online environment? Don’t miss your chance to apply for the
2026–2027 school year!
✅ Grades K–12
✅ Flexible virtual instruction
✅ Engaging, supportive learning environment
🔗 Apply now through May 15 at 3:30 PM: https://forms.gle/CpTr6R5g7ofs5MtA9
📌 Slots are limited—secure your spot today!
#PBSDVirtualAcademy #VirtualLearning #OnlineEducation #EnrollNow #PineBluffSchools
#TheeRedZebra
3rd and 4th grade ATLAS Testing is April 20–23 at James Matthews Elementary. Please help your scholar be ready by making sure they get good sleep and arrive on time each day. Thank you for partnering with us so our students can do their very best!
Good day, we need your support! Please fill out the surveys for our 21st Century Community Grant
All surveys are anonymous with no email collection.
📋 Student Survey:
https://forms.gle/9Z8FKTX9ba8mUo4e8
📋 Community Members:
https://forms.gle/vYDtXgGW6tkRpPDe9
📋 Parents (K–12 students):
https://forms.gle/FVNTc3H2TRjEdMZ98
Please share! Thank you!
Please come out today!
🔥 It’s GAME TIME at JMES! 🔥
Who’s taking the win… STUDENTS or PARENTS?! 👀
Join us for a night of fun, laughter, and friendly competition at our Minute to Win It: Students vs. Parents Showdown!
📅 April 16, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 James Matthews Elementary School Gym
Our students have thrown down the challenge… now it’s time for parents to step up!
Get ready for exciting games, big energy, and a whole lot of school spirit!
🎉 Bring your family
Let’s see who really runs the show! 😄
#JMES #Cardinals #StudentsVsParents #OnTimeOnTaskOnAMission #FamilyEngagement #WhoWillWin
It's not too late! Let's show up for our students in a mighty way!
Email videos to your child's teacher or you can email them to the principal:
tameka.wright@pinebluffschools.org
JMES 3rd Nine Weeks Awards Assembly
Join us as we celebrate the hard work, growth, and achievements of our amazing scholars! ❤️💛
📅 Date: April 10, 2026
📍 Location: JMES Cafeteria
⏰ Times:
⭐ 4th–6th Grade: 8:30 AM
⭐ 1st–3rd Grade: 9:45 AM
We are proud of the progress our students have made, and we can’t wait to recognize their excellence. Families, come out and help us celebrate our scholars!
JMES Families,
As we prepare for the upcoming ATLAS Summative Assessment, we need your support in a special way!
We are asking all parents and guardians to create a short 30-second video message for your child to encourage and motivate them to do their very best on the test. Your voice matters, and hearing from you will help boost their confidence each day!
In your video, you might:
✨ Tell them how proud you are of their hard work
✨ Encourage them to stay focused and give their best effort
✨ Remind them that they are capable and ready
Please send your video to your child’s teacher via email or ClassDojo by April 13th.
Teachers will play these messages each morning before testing begins to help set a positive tone for the day!
Let’s continue working together to support our scholars. At JMES, we are On Time, On Task, and On a Mission!
The Cardinals Lounge is officially OPEN, and it represents who we are at James Matthews Elementary School,intentional, student-centered, and committed to the whole child.
This isn’t just about a space; it’s about building confidence, creating opportunities, and showing our students that they matter.
We’re On Time, On Task, and On a Mission, and this is what that looks like!
This isn’t just about a space; it’s about building confidence, creating opportunities, and showing our students that they matter.
We’re On Time, On Task, and On a Mission, and this is what that looks like!
📣 JMES Families We’ve Got a BUSY Month Ahead!!📣
We have several exciting and important events happening at James Matthews Elementary School for the month of April and we need your support to help make each one a success!
JMES Families,
We’re excited to invite you to our Science Fair tomorrow March 31st at 6:00 PM in the JMES gym!
Come out and support our amazing students as they showcase their hard work, creativity, and scientific thinking. You won’t want to miss the incredible projects they’ve been working on!
Let’s pack the gym and show our students how proud we are of them.
Don't forget to create your Pop-Up Store for JMES Spring Fundraiser!
Cash Rewards for Top Sellers!
Cash Rewards for Top Sellers!
