Pocahontas Elementary School

On November 3, our community will vote on a proposed 1% local sales tax referendum for Powhatan County Public Schools. ​​ This tax could generate approximately $5 million annually...

Every year we strive to grow and improve the programs that we offer to our students and their families. This year we are working to improve the quality of the time that our Watch ...

We’re excited to launch our virtual Stuff’d Pals Fundraiser today, and we need your help to make it a success! Check those backpacks tonight. Students will be bringing home a brig...

Backpacks of Love, Inc. is a local nonprofit organization that has been helping provide weekend meals to children in our community since 2011. Through the program, students who...

A new school year comes with holidays, breaks, and plenty of important dates. We hope this planner will help our families plan vacations, appointments, and other activities around...

Applications for the Virginia Preschool Initiative and Head Start programs are currently open! Discover more about these programs and access the application form below. VPI/Head St...

Course outlines for the upcoming school year are now posted on our websites. Families can review course descriptions, learning goals, and expectations to help students prepare and...

Powhatan High School teacher Paula Duncan has been named the FY2027 Region 1 Teacher of the Year by the Virginia Department of Education. A 25-year veteran of Powhatan County Publ...

We are proud to recognize and congratulate four outstanding educators who have achieved National Board Certification —a significant professional accomplishment and a testament to...

Please join us in congratulating Cindy Raley, a second grade teacher who has been part of the Pocahontas Elementary community for six years. Mrs. Raley also serves as the second-g...

Students at Pocahontas Elementary are starting their mornings with the school’s run club, building healthy habits, friendships, and confidence. Led by PE teacher Bethany Britz—who...

The Powhatan Education Foundation (PEF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the learning experience for the students, teachers, and staff of Powhatan Count...

On this Veterans Day and every day, Powhatan County Public Schools extends our heartfelt gratitude to all veterans – especially those within our school community – for their servi...

November is “Poca Gives Thanks” As we enter the season of gratitude, Pocahontas Elementary is kicking off “Poca Gives Thanks” — a month dedicated to giving back and showing ap...

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is hosting a few more listening sessions prior to the November Board meeting to gather input on cut score implementation. Below are ema...

Powhatan County Public Schools (PCPS) is reviewing and updating its strategic plan, Charting the Path to 2030, to ensure it continues to reflect the community’s values, recent sta...

Powhatan County Public Library offers free online tutoring and language learning resources —available anytime on their website. All you need is a library card ! 🌐 Language ...

Powhatan County Public Schools would like to share an important update regarding the structure of School Board meetings. Until now, the board has held two separate monthly meeti...

Powhatan County Public Schools (PCPS) is proud to announce that its Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE) has been named a 2025 Virginia Association of Counties (VACo...

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 Govern...