Quick Updates:

PMS Family Updates

April 2026- PCPS Parent Resource Center News Edition #3

• 25-26 Parental Opt Out Booklet

• 2025-2026 Student Rights and Responsibilities

• 2025-2026 PMS General Supply List

• 2025-2026 Student Fees

• 2025-2026 Secondary Course Guide

  • Click here to view the PDF version of the 25-26 Secondary Course Guide.

• 2026-2027 Secondary Course Guide

• Building Maintenance Updates

• Cardinal Care Coverage - Back to School!

• Solving Problems Together: Who to Contact?

• Updated PCPS Cell Phone Policy

  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.

  Special Election on April 21: We are hosting a special election on April 21; however, we will have a normal day of school. The polls will be held in the Fitness Room in the back of the gym. Facilities, Emergency Management, Student Services, and the Sheriff's office met to discuss safety and logistics and determined in person learning will be appropriate.  

Yearbook Update!

• The school year is full of memories you won’t want to forget! Make sure you secure your student's copy of the yearbook before it's too late.  

  • Yearbooks are $40

  • Last day to order: May 1

  • Order ONLY through the Yearbook Order Center

  • School Code: #15200

• Our yearbook cannot be purchased anywhere else, so be sure to place your order before the deadline. 

• Reminder:  Our Yearbook has an August delivery, to cover a whole year of memories.  Students will receive an autograph book in May.

• Celebrate your 8th grader in a special way! Purchase an 8th Grade Celebration Ad in the yearbook to recognize your student with a message and photos. Space is limited, so don’t wait—create your ad today through the Yearbook Order Center using School Code #15200.  Last day to submit is May 1st.

• Please email pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us with questions. 

Attention current 6th grade families

• Per VA state law mandate, the below immunizations are required to enter into the 7th grade. Students who do not meet immunization requirements cannot attend school until this is completed.

  Please provide proof of immunization to the clinic before the start of the 2026 - 2027 school year. 

• This can be done via email to either Nurse Short (michelle.short@powhatan.k12.va.us) or Mrs. Maxey (vickie.maxey@powhatan.k12.va.us), fax (804)-598-2645, or hand delivered to the school.

  Please make your appointments now as vaccination office visits and clinics fill up quickly.

• Reach out to the clinic with questions. (Ext. 1122/1107)

• Here are the following required immunizations:

  • Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade.

    Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY)  vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. 

  • Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.

• More information can be found  at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/. If you would like more information on the Code of Virginia Immunization requirements, including exceptions, please refer to § 22.1-271.2 section C.

Technology Use Reminders

• Please help reinforce two important technology related items with our students. These help students stay engaged in class, safe while online, and make responsible decisions at all times. 

  • First, cell phones and personal electronic devices should be powered off and stored away for the entire instructional day. If you need to reach your student during school hours, please call the main office at (804) 362-2500.

  • Second, we are seeing a rise in unsafe behaviors involving student chromebooks. Chromebooks are PCPS property and are to be used for educational purposes only. Students are responsible for their chromebook use, the websites they attempt to access, and financially liable for any potential damage to the device. 

Be a March Madness CHAMP! – Student Contest

• This March, we’re excited to launch a schoolwide behavior incentive: “Be a March Madness CHAMP!” Students are encouraged to demonstrate positive habits and strong character all month long.

What does it mean to be a CHAMP?

• C – Chromebook charged each day

• H – Helpful and honorable behavior

• A – A positive attitude and attentiveness

• M – Motivation (“in it to win it” mindset!)

• P – Productivity and punctuality to every class

How It Works

• Teachers will nominate students each week based on these CHAMP categories. Weekly drawings will be held to select 15 winners.

• At the end of March, the top 50 students with the most nominations will be entered into a final drawing for a larger prize!

• We can’t wait to see our students step up, show their school spirit, and become true March Madness CHAMPs!

Powhatan Strong: Family Connection Series

• Please join the PCPS Student Services Department for our April Coffee Chat on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 5-6 PM. This month, Erin Woodson, PCPS Health and PE Lead, will host our session on Student Nutrition.

• 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 16th!

• Click here to view previous sessions

How to volunteer here at Powhatan Middle?

• Parent Teacher Organization

  • Love planning events for people? Our PTO is looking for more volunteers to plan appreciation events. Follow or message our PTO on Facebook for more information.

• Parent Positivity Patrol

  • Want to help out in our hallways and the cafeteria? See the inside of the school and keep an eye on your kid? 

• Watch DOGS

  • Calling all Dads of Great Students! We are ramping up our Watch DOGS program this year. 

• Lunch Buddies

  • If you are interested in participating as a mentor for the Lunch Buddies Program, we would be happy to have you! Please reach out to lunchbuddies@powhatan.k12.va.us for any questions.