Powhatan County School Board & Board of Supervisors Joint Budget Workshop
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707: Please take notice that the Powhatan County School Board will be in a joint budget workshop with the Board of Supervisors on:
DATE: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
TIME: 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Powhatan Village Building
3910 Old Buckingham Road, 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
Powhatan County School Board & Board of Supervisors Joint Budget Workshop Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707: Please take notice that the Powhatan County School Board will be in a joint budget workshop with the Board of Supervisors on: DATE: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 TIME: 3:00 PM LOCATION: Powhatan Village Building 3910 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, VA This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. This meeting will be open to the public.
Powhatan County School Board Notice of Special Meeting Attendance
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: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
LOCATION: Pocahontas Landmark Center
4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA
This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as a quorum of school board members may be in attendance.
No official business will be conducted, and the School Board will make no votes or decisions at this event.

2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Powhatan County School Board Notice of Special Meeting Attendance 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: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM LOCATION: Pocahontas Landmark Center 4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as a quorum of school board members may be in attendance. No official business will be conducted, and the School Board will make no votes or decisions at this event.
As part of Kindness Month in February, Pocahontas Elementary students took their creativity outside and transformed the blacktop into a colorful “Kindness Canvas.” They filled the space with uplifting messages and bright drawings – small acts that added up to a big reminder about the power of kindness. 🧡🖤
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students create chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
A student poses with chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
Students create chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
Students create chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
Students create chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
A student poses with chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
A student poses with chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
Students create chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
A student stands next to chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
Chalk art drawn for Kindness Week.
We had the pleasure of meeting Judy and Albert Conley Thursday morning as they were delivering Backpacks of Love bags to Pocahontas Elementary.
For those unfamiliar with the local nonprofit, Backpacks of Love was founded on the belief that no child should go hungry. Each week, volunteers provide bags of food for children to take home over the weekend. The nonprofit only served children in Powhatan when it was started in 2011, but it has expanded over the years to help children in nine localities.
As part of their weekly deliveries, the Conleys delivered 62 bags for children at Pocahontas Elementary, 32 for Powhatan Elementary, 38 for Flat Rock Elementary, and 16 for Powhatan Middle School. A big thank you to the Conleys, Backpacks of Love, and everyone who helps or contributes to the nonprofit to ensure no PCPS student goes hungry.
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A man and woman in a school push grocery cards full of black bags full of food for children.
Mr. Powhatan 2026 is almost here! Powhatan High School will host a fabulous night of competition, talent, laughs, and fun as they crown the next Mr. Powhatan. The competition will be held on Friday, March 6 at 7 p.m. in the PHS Auditorium. Admission is $5, and all proceeds benefit the local Relay for Life chapter and the American Cancer Society. Cash payment accepted at the door or purchase tickets ahead of time on GoFan!
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Mr. Powhatan 2026! Join us for competition, talent, laughs & fun as we crown the next Mr. Powhatan! Friday March 6th @ 7 PM PHS Auditorium Admission is $5 and all proceeds benefit our local Relay For Life chapter & the American Cancer Society. Cash payment at the door or purchase tickets ahead of time on GoFan!
🚀 STEM EXPO is TONIGHT! 🔬⚙️🧪
In just a few hours, Powhatan High School will be buzzing with hands-on STEM fun from 5:00–7:00 p.m. – and you’re invited!
We have a record-breaking number of volunteers this year – over 200 student and teacher volunteers – ready to make this our most spectacular event yet. There will be amazing STEM exhibits and interactive activities showcasing the incredible STEM courses, clubs, and technologies available to Powhatan students. There will also be tons of door prizes throughout the evening, and the Cool Concessions Catering food truck will be on site selling dinner, with all proceeds supporting the Powhatan Education Foundation.
Bring the whole family and come explore, experiment, and discover. We can’t wait to see you tonight! 🧡🖤
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2 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Outerspace graphics. Text: Join us for an exciting evening of family‐friendly fun! Step into a portable planetarium, explore thermal cameras, cheer on the Rube Goldberg competition, enjoy food trucks, and experience so much more. STEM EXPO 2026. Thursday, February 26th, Powhatan High School, 5-7 PM
Students in Mrs. Senger’s kindergarten class at Pocahontas Elementary recently rotated through literacy stations to build foundational reading skills. After station time, the class came together for group reading, diving into a nonfiction story all about penguins. 🐧 They even practiced the cutest penguin waddle to get a feel for how the creatures move. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Children and their teacher waddle like a penguin.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
Children work at a literacy station in class.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
A teacher works with children at a literacy station.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
A child works at a literacy station in class.
100 DAYS OF LEARNING! It took a minute to get through all of the photos from the 100th day of school on Feb. 18, but hopefully it was worth the wait. Whether they were sporting wigs and canes or 100 items attached to their clothing, we love seeing how our elementary students and staff embraced the fun on PCPS’s 100th day of learning. You can find more photos on the PCPS Facebook page.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo under balloons spelling 100.
A child dressed up for the 100th day of school poses for a photo.
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children and two adults dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children and an adult dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Children dressed up for the 100th day of school pose for a photo.
Powhatan County Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 23, 2026. Overnight snowfall has created slick parking lot and sidewalk conditions at the schools. The delay will allow additional time for school campus preparation to ensure safe travel for students and staff. Thank you for your patience and partnership as we prioritize safety.
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Powhatan COunty Public Schools will be on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Good afternoon PCPS Families and Staff,
Snow has begun falling in our area, and we are closely monitoring road conditions, forecasts, and guidance from local emergency management and transportation officials.
At this time, the division is planning to open on time on Monday, February 23. If we determine that a delayed opening is necessary, families and staff will be notified no later than 6:00 a.m.
Thank you for your patience as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Powhatan County Public Schools is scheduled to open on time on Monday, February 23, 2026. We are closely monitoring road conditions, forecasts, and guidance from emergency services. If we determine that a delayed opening is necessary, families and staff will be notified no later than 6:00 a.m.
Pocahontas Elementary has been showing the Olympics at lunch, and students are loving it. 🏅 There has been plenty of cheering, lots of questions about the “rules of curling,” and even a little speed skating practice happening between bites. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch and cheer.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch and cheer.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch.
An elementary student assumes the pose of a speed skater after watch the Olympics.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch.
Elementary students watch the Olympics at lunch.
Pocahontas Elementary fifth graders recently created a beautiful koi pond installation inspired by Impressionism in Mrs. Williamson’s art class. After studying Monet and his work, students used papercrete to sculpt and mold their koi fish, focusing on form and dimension. They then practiced blending techniques with oil pastels to design water backgrounds and lily pads. Here you can see photos of Mrs. Yoder’s class working on the final step – bringing every piece together – and the final result of other classes’ work already on the wall. Don’t you love how each individual contribution plays an important role in creating something truly beautiful and special? 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Elementary students in art class bring together the final pieces of their contribution to a koi pond art installation.
Photo of a koi pond art installation created by elementary students in art class.
Elementary students in art class bring together the final pieces of their contribution to a koi pond art installation.
Elementary students in art class bring together the final pieces of their contribution to a koi pond art installation.
A teacher helps cut holes on a student's work so he can attach art pieces. Other students wait in line.
Elementary students in art class bring together the final pieces of their contribution to a koi pond art installation.
Students retrieve a fish they made to add to their koi pond piece.
Elementary students in art class bring together the final pieces of their contribution to a koi pond art installation.
Elementary students in art class bring together the final pieces of their contribution to a koi pond art installation.
An elementary student in art class brings together the final pieces of his contribution to a koi pond art installation.
Good evening PCPS Community. The Powhatan County School Board Recap for today’s work session is ready to view. 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.
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
PCPS logo. Text that reads School Board recap. CAtching up on today's board meeting.
Students in Mr. Raychouni’s 7th grade ACCT class at Powhatan Middle recently spearheaded their own creative way to celebrate Black History Month. They asked if they could decorate their teacher’s door and chose to highlight Modern Black American icons. After researching, they created a display featuring trailblazers making an impact today, including several with Virginia ties. The project was led by one student who truly took the initiative and brought the vision to life. A great example of student leadership and creativity in action. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Phoot of a door that has been decorated for Black History Month featuring short biographies of modern icons.
Phoot of a door that has been decorated for Black History Month featuring short biographies of modern icons.
Phoot of a door that has been decorated for Black History Month featuring short biographies of modern icons.
🚍 Ready to take the driver’s seat? 🚍
Powhatan County Public Schools is bringing back our Test Drive a School Bus event – this time in conjunction with our Education Career Fair!
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to drive a school bus or are interested in joining our team, this is a great opportunity to learn more in a relaxed, hands-on setting.
📅 Saturday, March 7
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Flat Rock Elementary School, 2210 Batterson Road
🚌 Try driving a real school bus*
💬 Meet our team and explore career opportunities
🎟️ Door prize drawing
Questions? 804-598-5700
*Must be 18 or older and have a valid driver’s license to participate in the test drive.
Come see what it’s like to be part of Team Powhatan! 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graphic of a bus. QR code for registration. Text that reads: Test Drive a School Bus Saturday, March 7. 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. Flat ROck Elementary School 2210 Batterson Road Bus Driver Info Session www.powhatan.k12.va.us Door prize drawing! The chance to drive a school bus!* 804-598-5700 community event *Must be 18 years or older to drive a school bus
On Tuesday, Katlin McCreery, costumer for the Frontier Culture Museum, helped introduce Pocahontas Elementary fourth graders to their unit on the Civil War. Ms. McCreery talked about the peer pressures of succession, what was required to run an army (i.e. food, munitions, and clothing), and how everyday people like women and children were involved.
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A historian uses student volunteers to help introduce a class to the subject of the Civil War.
A historian helps a student try on a coat while introducing a class to the subject of the Civil War.
A historian uses student volunteers to help introduce a class to the subject of the Civil War.
A historian uses student volunteers to help introduce a class to the subject of the Civil War.
A historian helps introduce a class to the subject of the Civil War.
A historian uses student volunteers to help introduce a class to the subject of the Civil War.
A historian helps introduce a class to the subject of the Civil War.
Recently at Pocahontas Elementary, kindergarten students were strengthening their math skills – one card at a time. 🃏
In Mrs. Renaud’s class, students used a matching-style game to make the number three using different combinations of cards, building both memory and early addition skills.
Just down the hall, students in Miss Stimpson’s class worked on the same concept in a slightly different way, playing a “Go Fish”-style game to collect the cards they needed to create combinations of three.
Different approaches, same important learning – helping our youngest learners see how numbers can be put together in more than one way. 🧡🖤
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3. A teacher helps.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3. A teacher helps.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
Students use cards to practice addition skills by making combinations to get to the number 3.
The Student Leadership students at Powhatan Middle School led a drive to make Valentines for Veterans. 💌 Students across the building joined in, creating heartfelt cards to share kindness and appreciation with those who have served our country. Student Leadership members, along with co-sponsors Matt Morin and Lynn Stephens, were proud to present the collection of Valentines to Reed Terry, staff member for Congressman John McGuire, who helped deliver them to our veterans. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and teachers hold valentines made for veterans.
A student poses for a photo holding a valentine made for a veteran.
Students make valentines for veterans.
Students make valentines for veterans.
Students make valentines for veterans.
A student poses for a photo holding a valentine made for a veteran.
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, and PCPS wants to recognize and thank the Powhatan deputies who fulfill this important role in our schools. Our SROs are more than law enforcement officers – they are mentors, educators, problem-solvers, and trusted adults who build positive relationships with students and staff. They help create safe learning environments while also taking time to connect with students in meaningful ways. 🧡🖤 Thank you for all you do to support PCPS.
* Deputy Wright - Flat Rock Elementary
* Ronnie Sadler - Pocahontas Elementary
* Maurice Tovar - Powhatan Elementary
* Foster Miles - Powhatan Middle School
* Jason Homer - Powhatan High School
* Sonny Gartrell - Powhatan High School
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A deputy poses for a photo holding an appreciation bag.
A deputy poses for a photo holding an appreciation bag.
A deputy poses for a photo holding an appreciation bag.
A deputy poses for a photo holding an appreciation bag.
A deputy poses for a photo holding an appreciation bag.
A deputy poses for a photo holding an appreciation bag.
In February 2026, PCPS joins the Virginia School Board Association (VSBA) in saluting the service of our school board members with School Board Appreciation Month. School Board Appreciation Month provides a meaningful opportunity for our division and community to recognize the vital role that our school board members play in public education. These local leaders voluntarily take on the significant responsibility of governing our school division and making decisions that shape educational opportunities while upholding the core values of our democracy. Thank you School Board members:
Vicki Hurt - District 1
Susan Smith - District 2
Jeanne Wade - District 3
James Taylor - District 4
Michele Ward - District 5
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3 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Main focus is a ChatGPT generated cartoon-like image of the five school board members and the superintendent in a board room. Text reads: February is school board appreciation month. Thank you board members.