Sealed proposals due by October 1, 2021 @ 2:00 p.m. The RFP packet is available electronically for download (attached below) or by contacting Dr. Jason Tibbs at jason.tibbs@powhatan.k12.va.us to request a copy.
“Welcome to the 2021-22 school year! We In Transportation are excited to transport the future leaders of tomorrow in a safe and efficient manner. Please click on the link below to find bus information for your student. If you do not see your address or closest cross street, please find the nearest bus stop to your location for the first day of school. In the meantime, contact the Transportation office and we will assist you as quickly as we can.
We appreciate your patience during the start of school. Keep in mind that buses will be late as drivers adjust their routes due to traffic conditions and other varying factors. Have your student to the bus stop 10 minutes prior to the advertised stop time to avoid any service issues. If the bus does not show at the designated time, please wait as a bus will be by to pick your student up.
Thank you and we look forward to serving you!”
The August 9, 2021 Media Release: 2021-2022 PCPS Policy for Providing Free or Reduced Price Meals is linked here and attached below in PDF format.
Now Hiring Drivers!!
Full-Time Opportunities with Benefits ~ When the kids are off, so are you!
Apply online @ TalentEd Hiring Portal linked here
804-598-5706
Every three years, school divisions are required to complete an evaluation of the policies and procedures used to promote student wellness. The attached documents reflect the process that was followed and provides the outcomes of the PCPS assessment. The PCPS Student Wellness Policy and the accompanying regulation can be found by clicking on each link. For more information, please contact Katie Wojcicki at katie.wojcicki@powhatan.k12.va.us or 804-598-5700.
Office Hours: 6:00 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday
Transportation Department Phone Numbers: 804-598-5706 or 804-598-5709
PCPS Bus Drivers show off their new shirts.
PCPS selected for Virginia is for Learners Innovation Network
In July 2021, Powhatan County Public Schools was selected into the 3rd cohort for the Virginia is for Learners Innovation Network (VALIN). PCPS was part of the inaugural cohort in 2018.
VALIN is composed of annual cohorts of Lead Innovation Teams from school divisions in Virginia. Each cohort consists of teams from up to 35 divisions. The Network connects educational innovators who purposely work together to identify, use, and share strategies and actions designed to implement the Profile of a Virginia Graduate.
Teams meet during the cohort cycle in Institutes designed to spark ideas and actions for local innovation initiatives. Teams also participate in a coaching model designed to support implementation of local innovation initiatives.
Division Lead Innovation Teams research and develop innovative approaches designed to ensure that all learners develop complex competencies essential to long-term success in homes, communities, and the workforce. As teams determine the effectiveness of innovations, they share artifacts, media, and “how to” information through face-to-face and virtual communication across the Commonwealth. The Network is a conduit for solutions to challenges, leveraging resources across divisions, and connecting educational communities in Virginia and beyond.
Every three years, school divisions are required to complete an evaluation of the policies and procedures used to promote student wellness. The attached documents reflect the process that was followed and provides the outcomes of the PCPS assessment. The PCPS Student Wellness Policy and the accompanying regulation can be found by clicking on each link. For more information, please contact Katie Wojcicki at katie.wojcicki@powhatan.k12.va.us or 804-598-5700.
PCPS is offering internet hubs for students and families to access the internet for virtual learning. There are daytime and evening options available at Pocahontas Landmark Center (4290 Anderson Highway), Powhatan High School (1800 Judes Ferry Road), and Powhatan Middle School (4135 Old Buckingham Road). Complete information on schedules and signing up is linked here.
Powhatan County School Board will now begin holding our regularly scheduled meetings at Pocahontas Landmark Center. School Board Workshops will begin at 5:00 p.m. and our Regular School Board Meetings for the public will be at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will continue to be streamed on YouTube for the public to view.
We are excited to let you know we are adopting a new system named Operoo.
The Operoo system makes it very easy for you to respond to forms using your mobile phone, tablet, or PC. No more paperwork! No more lost forms or notes covered in a squashed banana in a backpack. No more concerns about children missing out on information when they are absent.
It will greatly reduce the burden on you to provide information that is repetitive. For example, it will allow you to keep your or your child’s emergency contact and medical information up to date; so you don’t need to repeat this information again while your child is at Powhatan County Schools. It also puts you in control of this data so you’ll always know what information is shared with us.
You don’t need to do anything else until you receive an email invitation from us asking you to sign up for your Operoo account. After that, you’ll receive notifications whenever there is an electronic form to complete for your child’s school.
Powhatan County Schools will ensure that your or your child’s information is only visible to relevant teachers and staff and will be managed in accordance with our privacy policies. Details about Operoo’s security and privacy procedures can be found here: https://www.operoo.com/terms-policies-security/.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. You can visit the Operoo website for more information here: www.operoo.com. There is also a parent introduction page here: https://www.operoo.com/intro-for-parents/.
More information is available at http://www.powhatan.k12.va.us/parentscommunity linked here
Video information supplied by School Cash Online is viewable and linked here
Enrollment for kindergarten will begin online again this year. Please visit our enrollment page (linked here) for more information on this process. You can also copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.powhatan.k12.va.us/groups/66663/student_services_and_interventions/kindergarten_registration
Benefits will be automatically loaded to your existing P-EBT or EBT card. If this is your first time receiving benefits, a preloaded P-EBT card will be mailed to the current address in the student’s school record or funds will be added to your SNAP EBT card. Ensure your address is correct within your local school division records. Additional program details such as benefit amounts and issuance dates are available at PEBTva.com. If you don’t receive P-EBT benefits, but believe there are eligible students in your household, please call the P-EBT call center at 866-513-1414 or 804-294-1633. Updated Flyer & FAQ sheets are attached.
Parents may now complete an online application for free/reduced meals for their PCPS students by visiting the MySchoolApps website linked here
Do you know a Powhatan County Public Schools employee who is Inspiring, Empowering, or Innovating? We want to hear from you! Tell us about any staff member who is making a difference in the lives of our children by inspiring, empowering or innovating. Please use the online nomination form linked here to tell us about a Powhatan Schools staff member who deserves to be recognized. We welcome suggestions from students, families, co-workers or community members.
On May 26th, the High School awarded several scholarships to many of the 2020-2021 graduating seniors. Congratulations to all recipients!
Curtis Family Scholarships
$7000 – Kayla Davis and Brianna Tribble
$6000 – Sean Hall and Lani Yohman
$5000 – Ashlee Blankenship and Eliza Samuels
$4000 – Anthony Bastiaensen and Sadie Tucker
$3000 – Alisha France and Ashton Ingle
Powhatan Education Foundation (2 @ $1000)
Emmalee Lawson
Brianna Tribble
PEF Cynthia D. Wilkinson Scholarship ($1000)
Julie Fens
Please visit our Helping Hands web page linked here where we recognize some of our outstanding staff members.
On Tuesday, October 8th the School Board received the linked report on accreditation for the 2019-2020 school year. We are thrilled that each school in Powhatan is accredited. Moreover, we celebrate the hard work of our students and staff in closing achievement gaps. It is important to note that accreditation is almost entirely based on SOL test performance. In Powhatan County, our teachers and students teach and learn deeply well beyond SOL level knowledge. While we are proud of our SOL performance, we assess student learning in many more authentic ways to insure that our students are college and career ready.
On August 23, 28 PHS students began our inaugural African American History Course.
Instructional staff, led by Dr. Omohundro, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, and Terrell Fleming, our Social Studies Instructional Specialist, worked throughout the summer to create a course outline, vette resources, and identify society members and community members to assist with the local component of the course.
As stated at our January 12, 2021 School Board meeting, we will provide regular updates to the community on this work via our website.
PCPS selected for Virginia is for Learners Innovation Network
In July 2021, Powhatan County Public Schools was selected into the 3rd cohort for the Virginia is for Learners Innovation Network (VALIN). PCPS was part of the inaugural cohort in 2018.
VALIN is composed of annual cohorts of Lead Innovation Teams from school divisions in Virginia. Each cohort consists of teams from up to 35 divisions. The Network connects educational innovators who purposely work together to identify, use, and share strategies and actions designed to implement the Profile of a Virginia Graduate.
Teams meet during the cohort cycle in Institutes designed to spark ideas and actions for local innovation initiatives. Teams also participate in a coaching model designed to support implementation of local innovation initiatives.
Division Lead Innovation Teams research and develop innovative approaches designed to ensure that all learners develop complex competencies essential to long-term success in homes, communities, and the workforce. As teams determine the effectiveness of innovations, they share artifacts, media, and “how to” information through face-to-face and virtual communication across the Commonwealth. The Network is a conduit for solutions to challenges, leveraging resources across divisions, and connecting educational communities in Virginia and beyond.
2020-2021 School Board Student Liaison
The Flat Rock Elementary team receives recognition for their 2nd place Fan Favorite Presentation of Action Plan skit at the Virginia Future Problem Solvers State Bowl.
Bob Benway receives Robotics Awards for Students
Andrew Snead, Meghan Ellis, and Nicholas Snead receive Next Generation Leadership Academy awards
Girl Scout Troop 127 receives Recycling Award
David Funkhouse (left) & Vincent Holman (right) receive transportation recognition awards
9-14-21 Laura McFarland, Powhatan Today, recognized for the VSBA Media Honor Roll
PCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities 21-22 8 10 21.pdf Community Letter Phase II.pdf
PCPS Teaching and Learning 21-22 updated 8-9.pdf Advisory Committee Application 2021-2022.pdf
PCPS Continuity of Learning 2.pdf
American Rescue Plan Proposal 8 10 21 1.pdf
