Our Senior Class of 2025 is on its way to doing BIG things!
Take Kylie Small, who is on her way to Nashville. She credits the many opportunities offered at Bossier Schools for getting her where she’s at today.
Check out her story and see how we are Changing the Game & Shaping the Future!
Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/3GRmYI3
July 10, 2025
Plain Dealing High School Proudly Welcomes Coach Chris Jarboe as New Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Plain Dealing, LA – Plain Dealing High School is proud to announce the appointment of Coach Chris Jarboe as the new Head Varsity Baseball Coach. With more than three decades of coaching and teaching experience across multiple sports and states, Coach Jarboe brings a proven record of building competitive programs and mentoring student-athletes to excel both on the field and in life.
Throughout his distinguished career, Coach Jarboe has served as a Head Varsity Baseball Coach, Assistant Varsity Football Coach, and Wrestling Coach. While at Columbia High School in Nampa, Idaho, he contributed to four wrestling state championships and a Top-25 national ranking. As Head Varsity Softball Coach at Oakton High School in Vienna, Virginia, his teams amassed an impressive 115–57 record over eight seasons, earning multiple district and regional titles and a State Runner-Up finish.
Coach Jarboe’s coaching philosophy centers on discipline, fundamentals, and a genuine joy for the game. He is passionate about building a culture rooted in gratitude, respect, and resilience, helping athletes grow into strong young men prepared for the challenges ahead.
“I am honored to join Plain Dealing High School and lead the baseball program,” said Coach Jarboe. “This is an incredible opportunity to work with talented student-athletes and a committed community. My goal is to build a program that competes with intensity, grows through adversity, and celebrates the journey together. We’re going to work hard, have fun, and make Lion Nation proud.”
Athletic Director Jerry Byrd shared his excitement about the new addition to the coaching staff. “Coach Jarboe has a tremendous track record of developing programs that are both successful and grounded in character. His experience and vision will be a catalyst for growth, not just in baseball, but in our entire athletic department. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Lion family.”
Principal Jason Edwards emphasized the strong future ahead for the program. “We are excited to welcome Coach Jarboe to Plain Dealing High School,” Edwards said. “He brings a wealth of experience and a clear passion for developing young people. His commitment to creating a positive, growth-minded culture will inspire our athletes and strengthen our school community. I’m confident our baseball program will thrive under his leadership.”
Plain Dealing High School is committed to providing students with enriching experiences that foster academic achievement, athletic excellence, and personal development. Coach Jarboe’s leadership marks an exciting new chapter in the school’s tradition of building strong, successful teams and preparing students for lifelong success.
Plain Dealing High School Proudly Welcomes Coach Chris Jarboe as New Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Plain Dealing, LA – Plain Dealing High School is proud to announce the appointment of Coach Chris Jarboe as the new Head Varsity Baseball Coach. With more than three decades of coaching and teaching experience across multiple sports and states, Coach Jarboe brings a proven record of building competitive programs and mentoring student-athletes to excel both on the field and in life.
Throughout his distinguished career, Coach Jarboe has served as a Head Varsity Baseball Coach, Assistant Varsity Football Coach, and Wrestling Coach. While at Columbia High School in Nampa, Idaho, he contributed to four wrestling state championships and a Top-25 national ranking. As Head Varsity Softball Coach at Oakton High School in Vienna, Virginia, his teams amassed an impressive 115–57 record over eight seasons, earning multiple district and regional titles and a State Runner-Up finish.
Coach Jarboe’s coaching philosophy centers on discipline, fundamentals, and a genuine joy for the game. He is passionate about building a culture rooted in gratitude, respect, and resilience, helping athletes grow into strong young men prepared for the challenges ahead.
“I am honored to join Plain Dealing High School and lead the baseball program,” said Coach Jarboe. “This is an incredible opportunity to work with talented student-athletes and a committed community. My goal is to build a program that competes with intensity, grows through adversity, and celebrates the journey together. We’re going to work hard, have fun, and make Lion Nation proud.”
Athletic Director Jerry Byrd shared his excitement about the new addition to the coaching staff. “Coach Jarboe has a tremendous track record of developing programs that are both successful and grounded in character. His experience and vision will be a catalyst for growth, not just in baseball, but in our entire athletic department. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Lion family.”
Principal Jason Edwards emphasized the strong future ahead for the program. “We are excited to welcome Coach Jarboe to Plain Dealing High School,” Edwards said. “He brings a wealth of experience and a clear passion for developing young people. His commitment to creating a positive, growth-minded culture will inspire our athletes and strengthen our school community. I’m confident our baseball program will thrive under his leadership.”
Plain Dealing High School is committed to providing students with enriching experiences that foster academic achievement, athletic excellence, and personal development. Coach Jarboe’s leadership marks an exciting new chapter in the school’s tradition of building strong, successful teams and preparing students for lifelong success.
Registration for the 2025-26 school year is now open!
Bossier Schools requires ALL students to complete the online registration process.
Visit https://www.bossierschools.org/page/registration for more information.
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Bossier Schools requires ALL students to complete the online registration process.
Visit https://www.bossierschools.org/page/registration for more information.
#bossierschools #wintheday
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Plain Dealing, are you ready for some Lil' Cubs Football?
Thursday, July 24 and Friday, July 25 from 9-Noon
$20.
Registration forms may be picked up at the field house from 8-10am on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday starting next week, or you can email plaindealingfootball@gmail.com
BEE sure to read this summer! Send pictures of your PDHS student reading to Kristin.mosura@bossierschools.org!
The third week of Bossier Schools Summer Meal Program pickup is scheduled for Tuesday morning, June 17, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Check out these helpful tips:
👉 If your children are not with you, please have your scan code and parent pickup forms printed out to expedite the process. The forms are needed EACH WEEK.
😎 Parkway and W.T. Lewis are the largest sites and have little to no wait.
🎉More than 225,000 meals have already been distributed in the first two weeks! And it's not too late to register! Here's the link 👉https://bit.ly/2025SummerMeals
For more info look for the pinned post at the top of our Bossier Schools facebook page.
A HUGE shout-out to all of our volunteers for making this curbside pickup possible. You rock!
#BossierSchools #wintheday
Inside the Huddle- Tuesday 6/17 at 6:30 pm in the David Bryant gym. Please come and hear the GREAT NEWS about PDHS Athletics . We will be grilling burgers for everyone! See you tomorrow!
Link to RSVP for dinner: https://forms.gle/Qbyv1jiscN4ySFvx6
📣 Parents, did you know?
IXL makes ACT® prep a breeze, and fun too!
With IXL, students can review independently at any time and from anywhere. From “Learn with an example” tools to step-by-step video tutorials, IXL builds confidence without chaos.
🎯 Prep smarter this summer with IXL’s StudyWise personalized ACT® study plans:
http://ixl.com/skill-plans/act/create
#BossierSchools #wintheday #ACTPrep
PDHS School Supply Lists 2025-2026
𝐇𝐞𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐬! 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞!
👉 Use caution and slow down when you see flashing lights in front of a school, and treat it as an active school zone (because it is!)
Summer school is now in session!
Thank you for your cooperation.
#BossierSchools #wintheday
Attached is a helpful document regarding student immunizations. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact our school nurse, April Howell, at april.howell@bossierschools.org.
Have a great summer!
Plain Dealing High School is excited to celebrate two graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 16, 2025. Kindergarten Graduation will begin at 9:00 AM in the Activities Building, and High School Graduation will take place at 6:00 PM in the Bobby C. Bryant Gymnasium. Guests attending either event are asked to park in the lot located in front of the football field. Parking in front of the school will be reserved for designated guests only.
To ensure a safe and respectful environment, all attendees will be required to pass through Open Gate metal detectors upon entry. We kindly ask that all guests help preserve the dignity and solemnity of both ceremonies by maintaining proper decorum throughout the events. Plain Dealing High School looks forward to celebrating these important milestones alongside our students, families, and community.
Let’s go On the Record with Bossier Schools one last time for the 2024-25 school year!
https://bit.ly/OTRS3E16
In this episode, we celebrate our soon-to-be graduates as they enjoy final school festivities. We also take a tour of two school-based health clinics and highlight extraordinary All-Stars, future healthcare heroes, and many others who embody excellence.
Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss a single episode when we return for the 2025-26 school year!
#BossierSchools #OnTheRecord #OTR #wintheday
Graduation Practice has been moved to Thursday at 11:00am.
This is mandatory for all graduating seniors.
🧑🎓We are thrilled to announce the Valedictorians and Salutatorians of the Class of 2025! These outstanding students have excelled in their academic journeys and are ready to take on the world!
🎓Airline High School
Valedictorian: Barrett LeBon
Salutatorian: Chloe Tran
🎓Benton High School
Valedictorian: Molly Mills
Salutatorian: Mykenze Newell
🎓Bossier High School
Valedictorian: Ethan Bamburg
Salutatorian: Evelyn Bamburg
🎓Haughton High School
Valedictorian: Kylie Small
Salutatorian: Preston Peters
🎓Parkway High School
Valedictorian: Bianca Capelli
Salutatorian: Andrew Kent
🎓Plain Dealing High School
Valedictorian: Katie Green
Salutatorian: William Boyd
Join us in celebrating these amazing scholars and their remarkable achievements! 🎉
#BossierSchools #wintheday
Middle and high school students began receiving their course request forms today for the upcoming school year. Please review the courses your child has selected and sign the form to confirm your approval. It is important to note that schedule changes next year will only be made for valid academic reasons. We encourage you to carefully discuss the course selections with your child. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s counselor directly. Thank you for your support.
Bossier Schools has received the all-clear and buses will be rolling soon. Thanks for your understanding!
PDHS PAW PRINT NEWSPAPER
2025-2026 Staff Application
Parents & Guardians,
K-3 Literacy testing scores are being sent home today with your students. Please check your child's backpack and folder for these important results from the End-of-Year screening.
Students who scored below proficiency will also be receiving an invitation to participate in our Summer Learning Program. If your child is invited and is able to attend, please sign the contract and return it to school as soon as possible.