Mr. Schott’s fourth graders at Pocahontas Elementary stretched their imaginations in a recent science class discussion. 💡 They pondered what kinds of inventions they think might exist when they are adults and talked about what it really takes to be an inventor. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A teacher and his students talk about inventions.
A teacher and his students talk about inventions.
A teacher and his students talk about inventions.
We are back again with another installment of the Powhatan County School Board Recap. As always, the goal of this newsletter is to help people who don't have the time to come to or watch full school board meetings still stay abreast of what is going on in our school division. The link for the September newsletter can be found in the Comments. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
PCPS logo. Text that reads: School Board Recap. Catching up on this week's board meetings.
Elementary students across PCPS took time to honor Patriot Day on Thursday. Classes took turns throughout the day visiting their flagpoles and talking about the meaning of the day. Shown here, at Flat Rock Elementary, Mr. Beberdick’s fifth graders gathered at the flagpole, while at Powhatan Elementary, Ms. Daniel’s first graders did the same. These moments of reflection helped students learn about the meaning of September 11 and why we pause to remember. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
Today is Patriot Day, a time to honor and remember the victims of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. Powhatan High School held a ceremony led by the entire JROTC cadet battalion, with government and history classes attending to observe. All five members of the School Board were also present in support. Principal Mike Pierce served as emcee, speaking about the importance of the day and the reason behind the ceremony. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
Outdoor bleachers are filled with students and teachers.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
Outdoor bleachers are filled with students and teachers.
A man in uniform speaks to a greoup of JROTC cadet battalion on a football field.
Two men in military units and a JROTC cadet battalion pose for a photo.
Five people pose for a photo on a football field.
This morning, Powhatan Middle School held a ceremony at the flagpole to remember the anniversary of the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. Boy Scout Troops 1833 and 832 led the ceremony, presenting the colors and sharing the symbolism behind the Freedom Flag. Mrs. Snyder directed the eighth-grade chorus in a moving performance of the National Anthem, while several civics classes attended to observe. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Boy Scout troop members present the colors during a 9/11 ceremony.
An 8th grade choir sings the national anthem during a 9/11 ceremony.
Boy Scout Troop leaders lead a 9/11 ceremony.
Middle school students observe a 9/11 ceremony in front of their school.
Middle school students observe a 9/11 ceremony in front of their school.
Middle school students observe a 9/11 ceremony in front of their school.
A 9/11 ceremony is held in front of a middle shcoo.
Boy Scout troop members present the colors during a 9/11 ceremony.
Boy Scout troop members raise the flags during a 9/11 ceremony.
Mrs. Morin’s fourth graders at Pocahontas Elementary put math into action by creating bar graphs. 📊 The class took a survey of students’ favorite ice cream flavors, then used the results to build bar graphs to visualize the data. 🍦 The winning flavor? Bubblegum! 🍬 #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph. A teacher answers a question.
A student uses data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Students use data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
A student uses data from a survey about favorite ice cream flavors to create a bar graph.
Mr. Cook’s ACA Government students at Powhatan High School are bringing civics to life through a unit on local government. On Tuesday night, the class attended the School Board meeting to observe how the board operates, what issues are being discussed, and how citizens can participate. Students are also preparing to attend a Board of Supervisors meeting, compare the two, and then email their representatives with questions that came from their observations. Through these experiences, they’ll see firsthand how local government works and the real impact its decisions have on daily life. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and their teacher pose for a photo.
In Mrs. Dewey’s second grade class at Flat Rock Elementary, vocabulary came to life through a recent storytime. 📖✨ Before reading “Spoon” by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, students learned new words that would appear in the story. As they read, Mrs. Dewey paused to make sure everyone understood the new vocabulary words, and how they fit into the context of the book. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A teacher reviews vocabulary with a group of students.
A teacher reads a book to a group of students.
A teacher reads a book to a group of students.
Students sitting on the floor have a book read to them.
Students sitting on the floor have a book read to them.
Students sitting on the floor have a book read to them.
On Monday, the PCPS cohort of National Board Certified Teachers and Candidates gathered to review information and guidelines for the year. The cohort includes six accomplished National Board Certified Teachers who serve as coaches, along with 13 teachers awaiting their score release in December. We are proud of their dedication to professional growth and to strengthening teaching and learning across our schools. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of people sitting at a long table smile for a photo.
Powhatan Middle School recently celebrated its first Yearbook Commitment Ceremony! 📸✍️ After seven years as a club, yearbook is now an official class led by Ms. Johnson. School and central office administrators joined students for the event, highlighting what a milestone this is for the award-winning program. Students received fun goodie bags and pledged their dedication to creating a book that truly captures their school year, because, as Ms. Johnson reminded them, a yearbook is a love letter to your school. 🧡 #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A yearbook teacher leads her students in a yearbook commitment ceremony.
A yearbook teacher leads her students in a yearbook commitment ceremony.
Students open goodie bags during a yearbook commitment ceremony.
A yearbook teacher leads her students in a yearbook commitment ceremony. An adult observes.
A yearbook teacher leads her students in a yearbook commitment ceremony.
A yearbook teacher leads her students in a yearbook commitment ceremony. An adult observes.
Students take bracelets out of a bag.
Students take bracelets out of a bag.
A yearbook teacher leads her students in a yearbook commitment ceremony. Three adults watch on the side.
A group of six adults in a semi circle talk and laugh.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🌟 Every school day matters. Research shows that as early as kindergarten, poor attendance is linked to lower achievement in reading and math. In fact, one missed day can equal 2.5 days lost in math and 1.5 days lost in reading. Let’s keep encouraging our students to show up, build strong habits, and succeed! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Image of a child playing. PCPS logo. Text that reads: ATTENDANCE WORKS SUCCESS MEANS SHOWING UP As early as kindergarten, poor attendance is tied to lower achievement in reading and math. 1 missed day = 2.5 days lost in math and 1.5 days lost in reading.
Back-to-school means back to Chromebooks! 💻 Our IT team worked hard in the first weeks of school to assign thousands of devices across the division. A big thank-you also goes to the many school staff members who supported the process. The collaboration across schools and departments was outstanding. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students line up to receive their Chromebooks.
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students pose with their newly assigned Chromebooks.
Students pose with their newly assigned Chromebooks.
Pallets of Chromebooks arrive at a school to be assigned.
Powhatan High School JROTC cadets had a busy weekend serving the community with pride and precision. They presented the Colors at a soccer season opener and again at the Relay for Life of Central Virginia event at the River City Sportsplex. What an incredible way to represent PCPS and engage with our community! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
about 2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
A group of cadets pose for a photo in a parking lot.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets put away a flag after presenting the Colors.
JROTC cadets put away a flag after presenting the Colors.
JROTC cadets put away a flag after presenting the Colors.
In the first week of school, students in Mrs. Hazelwood’s Cosmetology II Honors class at Powhatan High School were already earning certifications! ✂️ After completing their chapter on infection control, the students became certified in Barbicide (cleaning, disinfecting, sterilization) and Be Healthy (personal health and hygiene). It was a strong start to a year of professional skills and hands-on learning! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and their teacher pose for a photo holding up certificates showing their certifications.
🌟 Thinking ahead to high school? 🌟
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.
2 months 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.
On Wednesday, Ms. Thompson’s 4th graders at Flat Rock Elementary dove into a hands-on science lesson about water and pollution. 💧 Using a model to represent the Chesapeake Bay, students took part in an interactive story showing how, as populations grow and resource use changes, pollution builds up in our waterways. The activity was a vivid reminder that we’re all part of the problem – and the solution. Students wrapped up by discussing ways we can each conserve resources and reduce pollution, trash, and water waste every day. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment following directions from a teacher.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
Students observe the impact pollutants have on water during an experiment.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🌟 When students attend regularly, they set themselves up for success – not just today, but for the future. Research shows that students with strong attendance outperform their peers in math, science, and reading. Let’s keep working together to help our students attend today and achieve tomorrow. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graduation ceremony photo. PCPS logo. Text that reads: September 2025 ATTENDANCE WORKS ATTEND TODAY ACHIEve TOMORROW Regular attendees outperform their peers in math, science, and reading.
At Powhatan Elementary, the third graders enjoyed a special way to mark the THIRD day of school on Aug. 20 by celebrating the power of THREE! 🎉 Students shared their top three favorites, from colors to animals to books, and swapped lists with classmates. To top it off, their teachers joined the fun by wearing shirts to show love for their favorite grade level. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Third graders participate in a third day activity while getting to know each other.
Third graders participate in a third day activity while getting to know each other.
Third graders participate in a third day activity while getting to know each other.
Third graders participate in a third day activity while getting to know each other.
Third grader teachers in matching shirts pose for a photo.
A third grader takes a photo with a photo prop that says Third Day of 3rd Grade 2025-2026.
A third grader takes a photo with a photo prop that says Third Day of 3rd Grade 2025-2026.
A third grader takes a photo with a photo prop that says Third Day of 3rd Grade 2025-2026.
A third grader takes a photo with a photo prop that says Third Day of 3rd Grade 2025-2026.
Last week, Mrs. Florence and Mr. Bailey's Algebra 1 class completed an activity on measuring height and handspan to apply scatterplots and lines of best fit in a real-world scenario. The activity was inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man drawing in 1490. Roman architect Vitruvius’s writings on architecture and human anatomy included an observation that a person’s handspan is approximately 1/10 of their height. 🖐📏 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Algebra 1 students complete an activity on measuring height and handspan.
Algebra 1 students complete an activity on measuring height and handspan.
Last week in Mrs. Yoder’s fifth grade class at Pocahontas Elementary, students wasted no time getting creative with their first writing prompt of the school year. ✍️ They were challenged to tell a story about a special time or day they’ll always remember using brainstorming and four-square planning to bring their ideas to life. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
A teacher gives students instructions for their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
A teacher gives students instructions for their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
Students work on their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.
A teacher gives students instructions for their first writing prompt exercise of the school year.