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District reports summer migrant, camp and feeding efforts serving hundreds of children
Summary
Administrators told the board the migrant program averaged about 76 students per day with 3–10 point learning gains, the district summer camp served 143 children, and the summer feeding program has provided 3,756 free meals so far with a planned delivery program to six pickup locations plus the MD Williams cafeteria.
Administrators presented three related summer operations to the Pocahontas School District Board: the migrant summer program, district summer camp and the district's summer feeding effort.
Dr. Arbuckle relayed highlights from a document submitted by Tanya: the migrant program averaged about 76 students per day, was staffed by certified teachers, paraprofessionals and support personnel, and reported 3–10 point gains on required pre/post academic tests. The program emphasized literacy instruction and math skill development alongside STEM, art and daily physical activity.
Dr. Tessa Croc and Miss Robinette reported the district's summer camp served 143 students with 33 staff, using a "Mystery at the Museum" theme with hands‑on, standards‑aligned activities; meals (breakfast and lunch) were provided and the camp coordinated schedules with the migrant program to make efficient use of cafeteria and busing resources.
Miss Victoria Pratt gave details on the summer feeding program: to date the district served 1,611 breakfasts and 2,145 lunches (3,756 total) — about 320 more meals than the prior summer with four program days remaining. Pratt said the district will run summer meal delivery (five breakfasts and five lunches packaged in a bag) to six pickup locations plus the MD Williams cafeteria for two Mondays; high school volunteers are helping package and deliver meals and earn service hours.
Board members asked logistical questions about bus routing and voluntary participation and praised staff and community partners for the operation. Administrators said many elements were voluntary for staff and that combined scheduling improved efficiency.
The presentations drew no board votes; administrators highlighted continued coordination as the district prepares for fall enrollment and staffing.
