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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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.
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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.
Powhatan Middle School 8th graders kicked off the year with a book tasting in English class, complete with snacks to set the mood! 📚🍪 In classrooms led by Ms. Beberdick, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Sopp, and Mrs. Bartholomew, students sampled a variety of genres, from fantasy to nonfiction, to see what sparked their interest. This fun start not only introduced them to new titles and authors, but also set the stage for their first library trip of the year. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
4 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
Students in an English class participate in a book tasting.
A table full of books.
Rather than starting the school year with icebreakers or orientation activities, Mrs. Barnes’ AP Physics students at Powhatan High School dove straight into science on Aug. 19. Their first challenge? An experiment that explored how toy cars move at a constant velocity. Students collected data, graphed their results, and calculated slopes. Talk about starting the year with forward momentum! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
4 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
Reminder: Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed Friday, Aug. 29 and Monday, Sept. 1 for Labor Day weekend. Enjoy the long weekend, Powhatan families!
4 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Red, white, and blue graphic. Text that reads: Happy Labor day. Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed Friday, Aug. 29 and Monday, Sept. 1.
✨ Powhatan Elementary families kicked off the school year with a PTO Fun Run held the Friday before school started. Families came together to meet new principal Dr. Jason Gill and enjoy time together before the first day of school on Aug. 18. It was such a fun way to celebrate the start of a new year, connect as a community, and get those back-to-school vibes rolling. 🧡#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
4 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Children participate in a fun run with colored powder.
Children participate in a fun run with colored powder.
A man and child pose for a photo.
A large group of people pose for a photo during a fun run.
Children participate in a fun run with colored powder.
An adult pours colored powder on a child.
Three children pose for a photo at a fun run,.
Four children pose for a photo at a fun run while eating snowcones.
Four children pose for a photo at a fun run,.
Children participate in a fun run with colored powder.
Mrs. Hudson's English 9 students were introduced to the Powhatan High School Library this week courtesy of a fun Freshman Orientation and Book Tasting. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
4 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. n Adults assisting them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Wrapping up our look back at last week’s elementary open houses with Powhatan Elementary! 🧡 Families came out in full force to connect with teachers, tour classrooms, and share in the excitement leading up to the first day of school yesterday. Thank you for your amazing support — what a wonderful way to begin the year! #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
4 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two adults and three children pose for a photo.
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Two adults and three children pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Two adults and two children pose for a photo.
Two adults and a child pose for a photo.
An adult and child pose for a photo.
Four adults and two children pose for a photo.
An adult and two children pose for a photo.