Much like everyone across our region, Powhatan County Public Schools are closely monitoring the forecast for potential impacts to school operations. Our team is monitoring weather reports and road conditions, as well as reviewing guidance from local officials. No final decisions have been made at this time.
In the event of delayed openings or closures, we will share official closure announcements as soon as decisions are made via:
*SchoolMessenger Email/Text/Phone Alerts
*Powhatan.k12.va.us
*PCPS Official Facebook and Instagram accounts
*Local News stations (WRIC, WTVR, WWBT)
Please stay tuned for updates. Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep everyone safe.
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Powhatan County Public Schools Inclement Weather Reminders As winter weather season continues, please be ready to seek information on closure updates or alerts through our official channels: SchoolMessenger Email/Text/Phone Alerts PCPS Official Facebook and Instagram accounts Powhatan.k12.va.us Local News stations (WRIC, WTVR, WWBT)
Thank you to everyone who helped make The PHS Experience such a successful and informative evening last week. Families had the opportunity to explore the wide range of classes, programs, activities, and supports available at Powhatan High School, and it would not have been possible without the dedication of our students and staff.
From student performances and demonstrations to conversations about academics, athletics, counseling, and career pathways, the night truly showcased the many opportunities available to PHS students. 🧡🖤
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students pose at a booth at a high school information night.
A family visits a booth at a high school information night.
A chorus group performs for parents and students at a high school information night.
A drumline group performs for parents and students at a high school information night.
Students pose at a booth at a high school information night.
Cadets pose at a booth at a high school information night.
Students pose at a booth at a high school information night.
Students pose at a booth at a high school information night.
A family visits a booth at a high school information night.
An employee talks to a student and adult at a booth at a high school information night.
Notice of a Powhatan County School Board Budget Workshop
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707, please take notice that the Powhatan County School Board will hold a budget workshop on: Friday, January 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Pocahontas Landmark Center, 4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA. This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
This meeting will be open to the public.
2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Notice of a Powhatan County School Board Budget Workshop Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707, please take notice that the Powhatan County School Board will hold a budget workshop on: Friday, January 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Pocahontas Landmark Center, 4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA. This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. This meeting will be open to the public.
Miss Stech’s first grade students at Pocahontas Elementary recently created sun trackers as part of a science lesson focused on observing the sun’s movement. This hands-on activity helped students see how the sun rises in the east and sets in the west as a lead-on for a unit about the sun. ☀️
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class. A teacher instructs them.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
First graders work on a sun tracker in class.
Mr. Peyton’s Family and Consumer Science students at Powhatan Middle School recently rolled up their sleeves and got to work making pie dough from scratch. A hands-on lesson like this helped students practice following directions, measuring ingredients, and building foundational kitchen skills. 🥧
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch. A teacher helps.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Students in a family and consumer sciences class work together to make pie dough from scratch.
Good afternoon PCPS Community. Here is the installment of the Powhatan County School Board Recap for the board’s January 13, 2026 meeting. 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 newsletter link is in the comments.
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
PCPS logo. Text that reads: School Board Recap Catching up on last week's board meetings. Greetings PCPS community, The Powhatan County School Board had a busy doubleheader this week. The November 12
We’re excited to share the results of our Fall PCPS Pull Tab Contest – and they’re something to celebrate! 🎉
Together, Powhatan County Public Schools collected 516 pounds of aluminum pull tabs, resulting in a $356 donation to the Ronald McDonald House of Richmond. This is the largest collection total yet since the contest began in 2022.
Here’s how our schools contributed:
• Pocahontas Elementary: 242.12 pounds
• Powhatan Elementary: 101.3 pounds
• Powhatan Middle School: 92.4 pounds
• Flat Rock Elementary: 51.67 pounds
• Powhatan High School: 28.51 pounds
Congratulations to Pocahontas Elementary for winning the Tab Trophy!
Since the contest started, PCPS has collected 2,602 pounds of tabs, donating $1,778.69 to support families staying at the Ronald McDonald House of Richmond. Pull tabs are recycled, and the proceeds help fund operating costs for families with sick children.
This contest began as a heartfelt way for a retired PCPS employee to give back after her family experienced the support of the Ronald McDonald House firsthand. Today, it continues as a meaningful, real-world learning experience for students – combining service, math, teamwork, and a little friendly competition.
📌 The next PCPS Pull Tab Contest starts today, January 20, and runs through April 30. Tabs are collected year-round at all schools. Fun fact: it takes about 1,267 tabs to make 1 pound!
Thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for pulling together to make a difference. Let’s see if we can beat our record next round! 🧡🖤
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A large group of students and their teacher pose for a photo.
Students in a classroom weigh pop tabs.
Students in a classroom weigh pop tabs.
Students in a classroom weigh pop tabs.
Students in a classroom weigh pop tabs.
Box full of pop tabs.
REMINDER: Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is an official day of service and celebrates the civil rights leader’s life and legacy.
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Image of Dr. King. Text that reads: Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is an official day of service and celebrates the civil rights leader’s life and legacy.
In Mrs. Burgess’s third grade class at Pocahontas Elementary, students recently explored ancient China through a hands-on sorting activity that helped them identify human, capital, and natural resources. This lesson encouraged students to think critically about how different types of resources contributed to early civilizations. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Children work on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
A child works on a sorting activity about resources in Ancient China.
Students in Mrs. Erazo’s Spanish 1 class at Powhatan Middle School put their language skills to work last week by writing poems in Spanish about themselves. As part of an adjectives review, students described their personalities, decorated their poems, and prepared to recite them for the class. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
Students in Spanish class write poems about themselves in Spanish.
First grade classes at Pocahontas Elementary held their annual Colonial Day last semester. Students explored life in the colonial period through hands-on activities, including making orange pomanders, candles, butter, satchels, corn husk dolls, and punched tin ornaments, bringing history to life through traditional colonial crafts.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
First graders participate in a colonial craft day activity.
A first grader participates in a colonial craft day activity.
First graders participate in a colonial craft day activity.
A first grader participates in a colonial craft day activity.
A first grader participates in a colonial craft day activity. An adult helps.
A first grader participates in a colonial craft day activity. An adult helps.
A first grader participates in a colonial craft day activity.
A first grader participates in a colonial craft day activity.
Before winter break, Ms. Proffitt’s kindergarten class at Flat Rock Elementary kicked off Kindergarten Elf Day with some festive fun. Students practiced sight words using a coloring sheet and made their own elf hats to start the day, blending early literacy skills with a little holiday cheer. 🎄
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students in elf hats show off their coloring sheets.
Students in matching pajamas pose for a photo.
Students in elf hats show off their coloring sheets.
A student works at her desk on writing practice.
A teacher helps students make their elf hats.
Students in matching elf hats pose for a photo.
Students in elf hats work on coloring sheets.
Students in elf hats work on coloring sheets.
A student works on a coloring sheet.
Mrs. Woodel and Ms. Farrell recently spent two days in the Powhatan Middle School Innovation Lab with their 7th grade U.S. History 2 students participating in an assembly line airplane build. Led by Dr. Spott, the lesson connected students’ study of Henry Ford and the mechanization of the assembly line with the Wright brothers’ success in flight, giving students a hands-on way to explore how individual roles contribute to a larger system.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students work on an assembly line making airplanes in class.
Students throw wind up airplanes their class made on an assembly line.
Students work on an assembly line making airplanes in class.
Students throw wind up airplanes their class made on an assembly line.
Students throw wind up airplanes their class made on an assembly line.
Students throw wind up airplanes their class made on an assembly line.
Students throw wind up airplanes their class made on an assembly line.
Students throw wind up airplanes their class made on an assembly line.
Students work on an assembly line making airplanes in class.
Students work on an assembly line making airplanes in class. A teacher helps.
Get a glimpse of what awaits at Powhatan High School. From hands-on classes and competitive athletics to clubs, leadership opportunities, and student life, The PHS Experience showcases the many pathways available to students.
Join us Thursday, January 15, to explore academic programs, AP and dual enrollment options, athletics, activities, counseling supports, JROTC, college and military pathways, and more—all in one place.
Evening at a glance:
• 6:00–6:15 p.m. – Welcome and student performances (Auditorium)
• 6:15–6:45 p.m. – Counseling presentation: Pathways to Graduation and Beyond (Auditorium)
• 6:45–8:00 p.m. – Program showcases in Main Street, Commons, and gyms
Whether you are curious about a specific program or want the full picture of life at PHS, this evening is designed to help families see what’s possible. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students practice performing CPR.
the flier says: You are invited to The PHS Experience Thursday, January 15. a showcase of classes, sports and activities Performances and welcome from 6-6:15 p.m. in the auditorium counseling presentation: Pathways to Graduation and Beyond - from 6:15-6:45 p.m. in the auditorium from 6:45 to 8 in the main street, commons, and gyms, families can learn about academic offerings, AP and dual enrollment classes, athletic eligibility, clubs, counseling, financial aid, JROTC demos, military and college recruiters, sports, testing, and more
Culinary students in a kitchen cook lunch.
A choir director leads a group of choir students in a performance.
FFA members at a school board meeting pose for a photo with school board members.
Teach for tomorrow students look over literature.
A group of students pose for a photo wearing medals.
Students in am engineering classroom work on robots.
Students in ceramics class work on projects.
Students on the swim team swim in the pool.

What an incredible weekend at Powhatan High School! 🤖 The school was proud to host its first-ever FIRST Chesapeake robotics competition, welcoming 63 teams over two days for an unforgettable showcase of student innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork for the Powhatan Qualifiers. From creative robot designs to high-energy matches, the talent and dedication on display were truly inspiring.
A huge thank you to our volunteers, including our own Powhatan robotics students, staff, and community members, who helped make this event run smoothly from start to finish. A special thanks to Mr. Beasley for leading the charge as the SPEAR sponsor. We are also grateful to every team who traveled to Powhatan from Maryland, Washington, D.C., and other parts of Virginia to compete and share their hard work with our community.
Hosting this event was a milestone for Powhatan, and we could not have asked for a better first experience. We’re already looking forward to what’s next for our robotics students as they continue their season competing over the next two weekends.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Robotics teams compete in a match at a robotics competition.
A person in a costume poses for a photo with four other people.
Volunteers help a visiting robotics team at a robotics competition.
Volunteers help a visiting robotics team at a robotics competition.
Robotics teams compete in a match at a robotics competition.
Robotics teams compete in a match at a robotics competition.
Robotics teams compete in a match at a robotics competition.
Robotics teams compete in a match at a robotics competition.
Robotics teams compete in a match at a robotics competition.
Robots in a competition ring at a robotics competition.
We’ve still got a few pre-winter break moments to share. Mrs. George and Mrs. Moring’s preschool inclusion class at Flat Rock Elementary wrapped up the days before the holidays with a gingerbread party filled with festive fun and smiles. Students enjoyed decorating personal gingerbread houses and spending time together.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
An adult and child work on a personal gingerbread house.
An adult and child work on a personal gingerbread house.
An adult and child work on a personal gingerbread house.
An adult and child work on a personal gingerbread house.
An adult and child work on a personal gingerbread house.
An adult and child work on a personal gingerbread house.
Robots. Hoops. Creativity in action. 🤖🏀
Powhatan High School is hosting a regional robotics competition this weekend, and the public is invited to come cheer on student teams from across Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland.
📍 Where: Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road
📅 When: Saturday, January 10 & Sunday, January 11
⏰ Best time to watch: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
🔥 Playoffs (top-scoring robots): 4–6 p.m.
Students design, build, test, fail, fix, and compete with robots they created themselves—all while playing a brand-new game for this season.
🎟️ Free admission
🍔 Concessions available
🚚 Food trucks on site from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Most matches take place in the gym, and visitors can also explore the pit area to see teams working up close (safety goggles available for $2 purchase).
Come see engineering, teamwork, and creativity on full display—and meet some of our amazing future innovators.
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Robotics team members work on robots.
Robotics team members work on robots.
Robotics team members work on a robotics course.
A robotics team poses for a photo.
Students in Mrs. McQuiddy’s Honors Chemistry class at Powhatan High School are putting their knowledge of chemical reactions to the test this week. 🧪 During this lab-based lesson, students are predicting the products of chemical reactions and then using their lab results to support those predictions. Over several days, they are testing 13 different reactions and classifying each one into the 6 categories of chemical reactions, strengthening both their analytical and scientific reasoning skills.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Students in chemistry class test chemical reactions.
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707
Please take notice that members of the Powhatan County School Board may be present at the Strategic Plan Meeting to be held:
DATE: Friday, January 16, 2026
TIME: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Pocahontas Landmark Center
4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA
This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act due to the possibility that a quorum of school board members may be in attendance.
No official business will be conducted, and no votes or decisions will be made by the School Board at this event.
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707 Please take notice that members of the Powhatan County School Board may be present at the Strategic Plan Meeting to be held: DATE: Friday, January 16, 2026 TIME: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM LOCATION: Pocahontas Landmark Center 4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act due to the possibility that a quorum of school board members may be in attendance. No official business will be conducted, and no votes or decisions will be made by the School Board at this event.
Before winter break, second graders at Pocahontas Elementary took a trip around the world while learning about holidays celebrated in different countries. 🌍✨ Students explored traditions through history lessons and stories, including La Befana in Italy, Hanukkah in Israel, nutcrackers in Germany, holly wreaths in Ireland, Christmas cards in England, and Mkeka mats for Kwanza in parts of Africa. Each lesson was paired with a hands-on craft or activity, helping students connect culture, history, and creativity. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A student participates in a holidays around the world activity.
A teacher explains a holidays around the world activity.
Students participate in a holidays around the world activity.
Students participate in a holidays around the world activity.
A teacher explains a holidays around the world activity.
Students participate in a holidays around the world activity.
A teacher explains a holidays around the world activity.
A teacher explains a holidays around the world activity.
A student participates in a holidays around the world activity.
Students participate in a holidays around the world activity.