Pocahontas Elementary School

Check out this lovely photo school bus driver Liz Steigman captured on Thursday while waiting for the end of the school day at Flat Rock Elementary.
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REMINDER: Friday, March 13 is a Student Holiday and Teacher Work Day. Monday, March 16 is a Full Instructional Day for Staff and Students.
Additionally, the School Board voted this week to return Monday, April 6 as a Student and Staff Holiday. It was previously reclaimed as a snow make-up day.
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PHS students offer free tax preparation through VITA program
POWHATAN, VA – Powhatan High School accounting students are offering free income tax preparation to qualified individuals and families through the Internal Revenue Service’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
Under the supervision of their teacher, students who earned IRS certification are providing basic tax return preparation for households with an annual income of less than $60,000. This is the high school’s second year offering a hands-on learning opportunity that allows students to apply their accounting knowledge while helping members of the community.
Two tax preparation sessions remain this year. Services will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 14, and Saturday, April 11 at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road.
Walk-ins are welcome, or appointments can be made by calling 434-480-1744.
Individuals planning to use the service should bring Social Security or ITIN cards for all individuals listed on the return, a photo ID for the taxpayer and spouse if filing jointly, income documents such as W-2s or 1099s, and other relevant tax documents. Bringing a copy of last year’s tax return and bank account information for direct deposit is also recommended.
The VITA program has helped provide free tax preparation services to communities for more than 50 years while giving students valuable real-world experience.

In February, all third graders had the opportunity to visit the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts to expand their knowledge of ancient civilizations. During the trip, students explored a variety of artifacts, including mosaic floors, pottery, coins, and even a mummy – bringing the history they’ve been studying in class to life. 🏺🖼️
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Good evening PCPS Community. The Powhatan County School Board Recap for this week’s budget workshop 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.

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.

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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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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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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🚀 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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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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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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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.

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.

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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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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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.

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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🚍 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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