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25-26 School Hours

Bus/Parent Drop off: 8:25 • Tardy Bell/Announcements: 8:40 • Dismissal: 3:30 • Student Day: 8:40 - 3:30 • Office Hours: 8:00 - 4:00

School Contact

Main Number: 804-598-5717 • Address: 4294 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA 23139

Attendance

Attendance Number: (804) 598 - 6306 • Email to Attendance: pocesattendance@powhatan.k12.va.us

Transportation

Email for an afternoon transportation change or for Parent Pick Up: pocespass@powhatan.k12.va.us

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Quick Updates

May 2026- PCPS Parent Resource Center News Edition #4

All 5th graders should return their chromebooks and chargers to school by Monday 5/4/26.

SOL Testing

  • SOL Testing continues through May 21st

  • Click here for the daily testing schedule by grade level.

  • Parents are able to access their child’s scores in PowerSchool and parents will receive an email from teachers when scores are posted. If students are absent for an SOL test, they should be prepared to take it when they return to school. Thank you for supporting your child through testing and continuing to emphasize the importance of feeling confident and calm going into testing. We focus on students giving their best effort and students should not be worried or anxious about testing or their scores. 

Field Day at POCA - 5/27!

  • Field Day will take place on Wednesday, May 27th and we need volunteers for an amazing day! Field Day is a closed event (no spectators) and only registered volunteers may be on campus; children/siblings who do not attend POCES are not permitted. Information and sign-up links are included below. The rain date is Tuesday, May 26th (the SignUpGenius will ask if you are available for both dates, if needed).

  • The rain date decision will be made on Monday, May 25th.

  • For PreK–2nd Grade, volunteers are needed from 9:25 AM–12:15 PM (student activities run 9:45–12:13). For 3rd–5th Grade, volunteers are needed from 12:30–3:15 PM (student activities run 12:50–3:13). Additional time is built in for check-in, preparation, instructions, and transitioning to stations. Tug-of-War takes place during the opposite time slot, so you may choose to volunteer for both sessions if interested—please be sure to carefully review times before signing up. 

  • All volunteers check in at the front desk with a valid ID and report to the cafeteria. Bring a labeled water bottle. Volunteers will run their assigned station for the duration of the event. The PTO will provide lunch (PreK–2 volunteers join after their shift; 3rd–5 volunteers join before). If you are not volunteering for another session, you will leave campus after your shift and lunch.

  •  PreK-2nd Grade Field Day Sign up Link & 3rd-5th Field Day Sign up Link

If your child would like to order a bagged lunch for field day, please complete this order form by Friday (5/15), so the cafeteria can be prepared.

Middle School Instrument Tryouts!

  • 5th Grade Families…is your 5th grader planning to join band or orchestra?

    Come out to one of our Instrument Tryout Nights!

    • Dates: May 18

    • Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

    • Location: Enter through the bus loop doors

Students will have the chance to try out different instruments they may want to play in class. Parents can also meet with representatives from Powhatan Music & Sound and Music & Arts to learn more about the instrument rental process.

Questions? Reach out to:

We hope to see you there!

Career Day 2026!

  • Do you have a job you love? Our students want to hear about it! We are looking for enthusiastic parent and community volunteers to share their professional journeys at our Pocahontas Elementary Career Day.

    • Dates:

      • November 23, 2026: 1st – 3rd Grades

      • November 24, 2026: 4th – 5th Grades

    • The Commitment: 

      • This is an all day Volunteer opportunity (9:00am - 3:00pm)

      • Lunch is provided

      • Volunteers will present 5 times (approximately 30-45 minutes per session) to different classes within a specific grade level.

    • What to Bring: 

      • Just your story! Visuals, tools of the trade, or hands-on demonstrations are always a huge hit with the kids.

    • How to Sign Up. Ready to inspire? Please click the link below or scan the QR code to fill out our quick Google Form and let us know you’re interested: Pocahontas Elementary Career Day Interest   

Announcements and Additional Information

  • Please join the PCPS Student Services Department for our May Coffee Chat on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2 PM. This month, Wolfgang Acevedo, PCPS Innovative Learning Coach, will host our session on Artificial Intelligence. To log in, scan the QR Code link below or visit bit.ly/PowhatanStrong25-26. If you are unable to make the Coffee Chat, please submit your questions via the Coffee Chat Google Form. We look forward to seeing you on the 14th!

  • Helping Hands Awards. 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. CLICK HERE to nominate someone! We welcome suggestions from students, families, co-workers or community members.

  • Calling All Substitute Teachers! - Join our dynamic team of substitute teachers and help shape the future of Pocahontas Elementary School. Enjoy a flexible schedule, weekly pay, and free training. Visit www.ESS.com to join our team today!

  • School Messenger: If you do not currently receive text messages from the school messenger program and you would like to OPT IN to receive TEXT messages. Text the words OPT IN to 67587.

  • Parent Pick-Up/Drop-Off Reminders: A reminder for all of our parents who pick up or drop off your student, please remember to pull forward as far as possible to the cone/person standing at the front of the drop off line and do not pass vehicles in the drop off area for any reason. Make sure you are following the directions of the adults in the drop off area for the safety of all of our students and staff.