Earlier this month, Powhatan Middle School showed off its school spirit with a fun-filled Spirit Week! Students dressed to match each day’s theme, including Camo Day, Jersey Day, Twin Day, Grade Color Wars, and, of course, Powhatan Spirit Day—rocking orange and black with pride. 🧡🖤 Check out these photos of students embracing Camo Day attire in fun ways. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan

3 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A large group of students pose for a photo showing off attire for Camo Day.
A large group of students pose for a photo showing off attire for Camo Day.
A large group of students pose for a photo showing off attire for Camo Day.
Two students pose for a photo showing off attire for Camo Day.
A small group of students pose for a photo showing off attire for Camo Day.
The Powhatan County School Board will hold a closed session meeting on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at 4290 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, VA. The board will enter into closed session, pursuant of Section 2.2-3711(A)(8) of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended, to consult legal counsel regarding the Pocahontas Landmark Center.
3 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Text that reads: The Powhatan County School Board will hold a closed session meeting on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 3:00 P.m. at 4290 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, VA. The board will enter into closed session, pursuant of Section 2.2-3711(A)(8) of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended, to consult legal counsel regarding the Pocahontas Landmark Center.
📚🍌 Who needs bananas when you’ve got BOOKS? The new Minion book drop at Flat Rock Elementary has arrived, and it’s hungry for stories! 🟡💙 Third graders in Ms. Waller’s class were all smiles as they fed it its very first reads. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
3 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two students feed books to a Minion-themed library book drop.
Every day in class is a step toward the future. 📚✨ Strong attendance builds the consistency and skills students need to succeed in Career and College Readiness programs and beyond. We love having our students in class!🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
3 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Photo of adult holding child's hand in background. PCPS logo. Text that reads: September 2025 ATTENDANCE WORKS Good attendance improves access to Career and College Readiness programs. WE LOVE HAVING YOU IN CLASS
We couldn’t help it. We love parachute day! First graders in Mrs. Ingalsbe’s and Mrs. Durrbeck’s classes at Flat Rock Elementary had a blast with Mr. Ellison and Ms. Leslie in a recent P.E. class as they worked together, moved, and laughed their way through fun parachute activities. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
4 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students and their P.E. teachers play with a large rainbow parachute.
Students in Mrs. Hazelwood’s Cosmetology II class at Powhatan High School recently practiced their permanent waving skills with a fun mohawk perm style. ✂️ 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
4 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students use cosmetology model heads to practice perms.
A student uses a cosmetology model head to practice perms.
A student uses a cosmetology model head to practice perms.
A student uses a cosmetology model head to practice perms.
Kindergarteners in Mrs. Cable’s class at Powhatan Elementary practiced letter formation in a fun and memorable way – with shaving cream! The activity is a little messy but helped students strengthen fine motor skills while making learning hands-on and exciting. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
5 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
A student practices writing letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Students practice writing their letters using shaving cream on a desk.
Sixth graders in Mrs. Wasosky’s U.S. History I class at Powhatan Middle School recently took their learning to the Innovation Lab with Dr. Spott. Students demonstrated their knowledge of indigenous homes in what is now the United States by using materials to create their own representations. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
5 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
A student in an classroom builds an indigenous home.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
A student in an classroom builds an indigenous home.
Students in an classroom build indigenous homes.
Powhatan High School hosted its Back-to-School Night on Tuesday evening! Families had the opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and learn more about the year ahead. Thank you to all of the parents and guardians who came out, and to the PHS staff for the time and effort they put into making the event possible. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
5 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two adults and three students pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
Two adults and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
Two adults and two students pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
Three students pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
An adult and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
Two adults and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
An adult and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
An adult and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
An adult and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
An adult and a student pose for a photo on a back-to-school night.
Earlier this month, the local chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, an international honorary organization of women educators, surprised our new teachers with a little treat as a welcome. Pictured here, office assistants delivered goodie bags to a few Powhatan High School teachers. 🍎 Since its charter in 2005, the Powhatan chapter has carried out a variety of service projects, including raising funds each year to provide a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior pursuing a degree in education. The goodie bags are a special tradition to recognize new teachers and share a little encouragement as they begin their journey in PCPS. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
5 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A student delivers a goodie bag to a teacher.
A student delivers a goodie bag to a teacher.
A student delivers a goodie bag to a teacher.
A student delivers a goodie bag to a teacher.
A student delivers a goodie bag to a teacher.
🌟 REMINDER 🌟
Join us for Non-Traditional High School Options Night on Sept. 23 at Powhatan Middle School.
Meet representatives from Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School, Appomattox Regional Governor’s School, CodeRVA High School, and the Powhatan HS/Reynolds Community College Advanced College Academy.
Learn about programs, applications, and opportunities beyond the traditional high school path. Applications are limited to current 8th graders enrolled in Algebra 1, but the information night is open to students in grades 5–8 and their families. *
Applications open: Oct. 1 on the PCPS website
Application deadline: Dec. 1
* Private and homeschool families seeking applications will need to schedule an appointment with Ms. Antone to come to Powhatan Middle School and provide proof of residency for their student’s application to be verified and accepted.
7 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Photo of Powhatan MIddle School. Text that reads: Non-traditional High School Options Tuesday, September 23 5:00-7:00 p.m. Powhatan Middle School Hear from representatives of: Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies Appomattox Regional Governor’s School for the Arts and Technology, Code RVA High School, Powhatan High School/Reynolds Community College for Advanced College Academy Program For additional information please contact Ms. Pecci in school counseling or Mrs. Haskins in the Gifted Program office.
Chart for Non-traditional High School Options Night Schedule for Sept. 23. Chart shows a session for the PCPS Program participation overview at 5. Then three rounds of sessions at 5:15, 5:50, and 6:30 for each of these schools: ACA Advanced College Academy, ARGS Appomattox Regional Governor’s School for the Arts and Technology, CodeRVA Regional High School, and Maggie Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies.
Second graders in Mrs. Simon’s class at Powhatan Elementary enjoyed a rich mix of literacy activities in this lesson earlier in the month. 📚 Story time with “Gooney Bird Greene” helped get in the mindset for reading before students used the story “Spoon” to help learn to identify an author’s purpose – to persuade, inform, or entertain. We love how the students modeled good partner reading etiquette as they worked on the activity. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
7 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students read a story and discuss the author's purpose.
Students read a story and discuss the author's purpose.
A teacher reads a book to a group of students.
Students read a story and discuss the author's purpose.
A teacher and student model good reading etiquette.
Students read a story and discuss the author's purpose.
Students read a story and discuss the author's purpose.
Students read a story and discuss the author's purpose.
Ninth grade Honors Biology students in Ms. Heinike’s class at Powhatan High School recently explored the importance of water’s unique properties. 💧 Through a six-station lab, students saw these properties in action — with the bubble station earning the biggest smiles! Hands-on science makes concepts come alive. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
7 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students blow bubbles during a water experiment.
Students participate in a water experiment in biology class.
Students blow bubbles during a water experiment.
Students participate in a water experiment in biology class.
Students participate in a water experiment in biology class.
Students participate in a water experiment in biology class.
Students blow bubbles during a water experiment.
Students blow bubbles during a water experiment.
Mrs. Rakes’ preschool VPI-4 class at Powhatan Elementary recently had a day filled with purple! 💜 Pre-K and kindergarten students celebrated a different “color of the day” all throughout that week. Check out the surprise purple treat – grapes – Mrs. Rakes' class enjoyed at snack time. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
10 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Preschoolers enjoy grapes as the snack for purple day.
Preschoolers enjoy grapes as the snack for purple day.
A preschooler enjoys grapes as the snack for purple day.
Preschoolers enjoy grapes as the snack for purple day.
Preschoolers enjoy grapes as the snack for purple day.
A preschooler enjoys grapes as the snack for purple day.
Preschoolers enjoy grapes as the snack for purple day.
A preschooler enjoys grapes as the snack for purple day.
A preschooler enjoys grapes as the snack for purple day.
A preschooler enjoys grapes as the snack for purple day.
Eighth graders in Ms. Phinney’s physical science class at Powhatan Middle School recently put their engineering and science skills to the test by building bridges out of spaghetti noodles and recording their capacity under different conditions. Students used this hands-on challenge to practice identifying and applying the different parts of an experiment. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
10 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students build bridges out of spaghetti noodles in science class.
Students in Ms. Burks’ World History II class at Powhatan High School recently connected literature and history by discussing “Romeo and Juliet” to help explore key concepts of the Renaissance. This approach gave students new perspective on the time period and the impact of its ideas. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
10 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students sitting at desks take notes as their teacher lectures.
A teacher speasks to a classroom full of high school students sitting at their desks.
Students sitting at desks take notes as their teacher lectures.
A teacher speasks to a classroom full of high school students sitting at their desks.
Students sitting at desks take notes as their teacher lectures.
🔔 Reminder! Tomorrow morning is the next session of our Powhatan Strong: Family Connection Series. Join the Student Services team Thursday, Sept. 28 from 10:00–11:00 a.m. for a virtual conversation on Safety. Each session includes a short presentation plus time for your questions. Don’t miss this chance to connect and learn together! Scan the URL or find the link in the comments. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
11 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Photo of a coffee cup. URL with web address. Text that reads: Powhatan Strong: Family Connection Series Join our Student Services team on the third Thursday of each month for a new virtual chats series on topics that matter to you and your child. Each session includes a short presentation and time to ask questions. Join us from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28 to talk about Safety.
It was great to see so many smiling faces at Pocahontas Elementary’s Back-to-School Night on Tuesday! We’re grateful to the families who joined us and to the teachers and staff who worked hard to create such a welcoming evening. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
12 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
Powhatan Elementary kicked off the year with a fantastic Back-to-School Night on Tuesday ! Families had the chance to meet teachers, explore classrooms, and connect with the school community. Thank you to our families for coming out and to our staff for making it all possible. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
12 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
Two adults and a child pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
A teacher talks to a classroom full of adults and children on a back-to-school-night.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Two adults and a child pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Flat Rock Elementary welcomed families for Back-to-School Night on Tuesday, and the turnout was wonderful! Thank you to our families for partnering with us as we start a new year, and to our staff for the time and energy they put into making the evening meaningful. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
12 days ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
An adult and three children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children look at a table of books. Another adult stands behind the table.
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.
Two adults and a child pose for a photo.