Congratulations, Saniyya!
We are proud to celebrate Saniyya for earning 1st Place in the Individual Exhibit – Person Category at the Regional National History Day competition in Searcy, Arkansas!
Saniyya’s project highlighted Oprah Winfrey: The Voice of Change, sharing how Oprah’s life experiences and determination inspired millions to focus on self-growth and making a positive impact in the world.
Because of her outstanding work, Saniyya will advance to the State National History Day Competition at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas this April.
We are proud to celebrate Saniyya for earning 1st Place in the Individual Exhibit – Person Category at the Regional National History Day competition in Searcy, Arkansas!
Saniyya’s project highlighted Oprah Winfrey: The Voice of Change, sharing how Oprah’s life experiences and determination inspired millions to focus on self-growth and making a positive impact in the world.
Because of her outstanding work, Saniyya will advance to the State National History Day Competition at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas this April.
We are proud of our students who participated in the National History Day Regional Contest in Searcy, Arkansas! Students presented outstanding projects highlighting important moments and leaders who helped shape history.
The Fight for the Right – Women’s Rights
Presenters: Cailyn and Peightlynn
Cailyn and Peightlynn presented a project titled “The Fight for the Right,” which focused on the struggle for women’s rights. Their presentation explained how women worked for many years to gain equal rights, including the right to vote. They discussed important leaders and movements that helped change laws and expand opportunities for women. Their project highlighted how determination and activism helped women achieve greater equality in society.
Oprah Winfrey: The Voice of Change
Presenter: Saniyya
Saniyya presented a project about Oprah Winfrey and how she became a powerful voice for change. The presentation explained Oprah’s childhood and the challenges she faced while growing up. Despite many hardships, Oprah worked hard to become a successful talk show host and media leader. Her story shows how perseverance and confidence can inspire others to focus on self-growth and making a positive difference in the world.
The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony
Presenters: Princess, Jonna, and Da'Nhaya
This project explored the life and achievements of Susan B. Anthony, a leader in the women’s suffrage movement. The presentation explained how women were not allowed to vote and had limited rights in the past. Susan B. Anthony worked tirelessly to advocate for equality and helped organize efforts that eventually led to women gaining the right to vote. Her work played a major role in the fight for equal rights for women in the United States.
Jackie Robinson: Breaking Barriers
Presenters: Jayson, Kylan, and Ayden
Jayson Debro, Kylan Dorn, and Ayden Muhammad presented a project about Jackie Robinson, the first Black player in Major League Baseball in the modern era. Their presentation explained how Robinson broke racial barriers in professional baseball and faced many challenges with courage and determination. In addition to baseball, Jackie Robinson was also talented in other sports such as track, football, and basketball. His legacy shows how bravery and perseverance can help bring about important social change.
The Fight for the Right – Women’s Rights
Presenters: Cailyn and Peightlynn
Cailyn and Peightlynn presented a project titled “The Fight for the Right,” which focused on the struggle for women’s rights. Their presentation explained how women worked for many years to gain equal rights, including the right to vote. They discussed important leaders and movements that helped change laws and expand opportunities for women. Their project highlighted how determination and activism helped women achieve greater equality in society.
Oprah Winfrey: The Voice of Change
Presenter: Saniyya
Saniyya presented a project about Oprah Winfrey and how she became a powerful voice for change. The presentation explained Oprah’s childhood and the challenges she faced while growing up. Despite many hardships, Oprah worked hard to become a successful talk show host and media leader. Her story shows how perseverance and confidence can inspire others to focus on self-growth and making a positive difference in the world.
The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony
Presenters: Princess, Jonna, and Da'Nhaya
This project explored the life and achievements of Susan B. Anthony, a leader in the women’s suffrage movement. The presentation explained how women were not allowed to vote and had limited rights in the past. Susan B. Anthony worked tirelessly to advocate for equality and helped organize efforts that eventually led to women gaining the right to vote. Her work played a major role in the fight for equal rights for women in the United States.
Jackie Robinson: Breaking Barriers
Presenters: Jayson, Kylan, and Ayden
Jayson Debro, Kylan Dorn, and Ayden Muhammad presented a project about Jackie Robinson, the first Black player in Major League Baseball in the modern era. Their presentation explained how Robinson broke racial barriers in professional baseball and faced many challenges with courage and determination. In addition to baseball, Jackie Robinson was also talented in other sports such as track, football, and basketball. His legacy shows how bravery and perseverance can help bring about important social change.
Shout-Out to Ms. R. Jones
A big thank you to Ms. R. Jones for doing an amazing job presenting the ATLAS Informational Session for our families! Her presentation helped parents better understand the ATLAS assessment and how they can support their students at home.
Parents and Guardians: Please stop by and see Ms. R. Jones to pick up your ATLAS Parent Card. This card includes helpful information to support your favorite student as they prepare for the ATLAS test.
Let’s work together to help our scholars feel confident, prepared, and ready to do their best!
A big thank you to Ms. R. Jones for doing an amazing job presenting the ATLAS Informational Session for our families! Her presentation helped parents better understand the ATLAS assessment and how they can support their students at home.
Parents and Guardians: Please stop by and see Ms. R. Jones to pick up your ATLAS Parent Card. This card includes helpful information to support your favorite student as they prepare for the ATLAS test.
Let’s work together to help our scholars feel confident, prepared, and ready to do their best!
Students can enjoy a sweet treat!
Congratulations and job well done to our 2025–2026 Pine Bluff School District Teachers of the Year! 🍎✨
Your dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed.
Our students are truly lucky to have such inspiring educators leading the way!
Your dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed.
Our students are truly lucky to have such inspiring educators leading the way!
🐝📚 Pine Bluff School District Spelling Bee Excellence!
These scholars studied hundreds of words over weeks of preparation and showed up ready to compete. We’re incredibly proud of every participant and celebrating our winners who spelled their way to the top. Keep learning, keep striving, and keep spelling! #PBSD
These scholars studied hundreds of words over weeks of preparation and showed up ready to compete. We’re incredibly proud of every participant and celebrating our winners who spelled their way to the top. Keep learning, keep striving, and keep spelling! #PBSD
Pine Bluff School District returns to class.
Spelling Bee Update 🐝
Thirty Fourth Elementary School scholars proudly participated in the 2025–2026 District Spelling Bee on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. We are excited to announce the following results:
1st Grade
🏅 Harley Pruitt — 4th Place
2nd Grade
🏅 Kyi’la Pace — 3rd Place
3rd Grade
🏅 Whitley Rogers — 4th Place
We are extremely proud of all our scholars for their hard work, preparation, and outstanding representation. Congratulations to our participants on a job well done!
Pine Bluff School District (PBSD) will observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 19, 2026. There will be no school for students and staff on this day. School will resume on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
📚✨ 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.
Classes will resume January 7, 2026.
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!
HOME 🏠 COMING 🔥 2025!
PBHS ZEBRAS 🦓 vs. SEARCY LIONS
📅 Oct. 17 | 🕖 7:00PM | 📍UAPB Simmons Bank Field
🎟️ Tickets on GoFan.co
Let’s pack the stands and show that ZEBRA PRIDE! ❤️🖤 #ZebraNation #PBHSHomecoming #FearTheStripes
Judge Earnest Brown, Jr. Visits 34th Avenue Elementary as Leader Reader Today, Judge Earnest Brown, of the 6th Division Circuit Court visited the second-grade classes at 34th Avenue Elementary as part of the Leader Reader Program. Judge Brown read David Goes to School to the scholars, who eagerly participated in a lively discussion about good behavior and making positive choices in school. The visit encouraged students to reflect on how their actions can create a respectful and productive learning environment. Everyone had a wonderful time learning and engaging with Judge Brown.
Once a Zebra, always a Zebra!
We’re proud to celebrate our PBHS alumni who were crowned this week at the UAPB Coronation:
🤴 Mister Freshman – Travis Harden
👑 Miss Sophomore – Chasity Reed
🤴 Mister Sophomore – Zric Washington Jr.
👑 Miss Junior – Desiree Walker
🤴 Mister Senior - Braelyn Starks
Your excellence continues to shine beyond high school! We are #PineBluffProud 💛❤️ #ZebraPride #UAPB #RoyalCourt
Courtesy of UAPB Royals
We’re proud to celebrate our PBHS alumni who were crowned this week at the UAPB Coronation:
🤴 Mister Freshman – Travis Harden
👑 Miss Sophomore – Chasity Reed
🤴 Mister Sophomore – Zric Washington Jr.
👑 Miss Junior – Desiree Walker
🤴 Mister Senior - Braelyn Starks
Your excellence continues to shine beyond high school! We are #PineBluffProud 💛❤️ #ZebraPride #UAPB #RoyalCourt
Courtesy of UAPB Royals
A new era is rising in Pine Bluff! 🚧✨ The final beam of the new Pine Bluff High School has been raised and bolted in during the official Topping Ceremony. Students, staff, alumni, and community leaders all signed the beam, marking a historic milestone for our city. This state-of-the-art campus will stand as a landmark and a beacon of education for generations to come. ❤️🖤 #PBHS #ZebraNation #TheRedZebra #PineBluffPride
Fall Break will be observed October 6–10, 2025. Classes will resume on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Dear Parents and Guardians, Please join us on Tuesday evening at 6:00pm for our Family Engagement Night. We will be discussing Mental Health and Self-Care Awareness. Special guest speakers will be sharing valuable information, and we would be delighted to have you with us. Your presence will help make this evening meaningful and encouraging for our school community. We look forward to seeing you there!
📣 Attention Businesses & Supporters!
Pine Bluff School District Athletic Department is now selling ads for our program booklet. This is a great opportunity to promote your business while supporting our students and school events.
✨ Reserve your spot today—spaces are limited!
For details on sizes, pricing, and deadlines, please see the attached flyer.
Thank you for supporting the Zebras! 🦓❤️🤍
Pine Bluff School District Athletic Department is now selling ads for our program booklet. This is a great opportunity to promote your business while supporting our students and school events.
✨ Reserve your spot today—spaces are limited!
For details on sizes, pricing, and deadlines, please see the attached flyer.
Thank you for supporting the Zebras! 🦓❤️🤍
🏈 Pine Bluff 8th & 9th Grade Football Schedule 🏈
Come out and support our young Zebras as they take the field this season!
Come out and support our young Zebras as they take the field this season!
