There is a lot happening at Powhatan Elementary School! The POWES PTO has several upcoming events and opportunities for families to get involved as we head into fall.
Order Your POWES Spirit Wear
Show your POWES pride with new spirit wear for students and adults! The online store includes T-shirts, performance shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, tanks and more, with several styles available in multiple colors.
Orders must be placed by Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
To order:
Visit the POWES Spirit Wear online store using the information provided on the flyer.
Select your items and add them to your cart.
Complete checkout using a credit card.
Questions about spirit wear orders may be directed to Amber Martin at 804-358-7145 or weborders@tsipromotional.com.
Read-A-Thon | September 28–October 19
The POWES Read-A-Thon begins September 28 and continues through October 19. Keep an eye out for additional information from the PTO about how students and families can participate.
Grandparents Breakfast | September 29 & 30
Calling all grandparents and “Grand-Friends”! Families are invited to join POWES for a light Grandparents Breakfast at the Landmark Center on September 29 or 30. Additional details will be shared soon.
Looking Ahead to October
October will bring even more activities to POWES, including:
October 2: Custodian Appreciation Day
October 19: Fall Picture Day
October 19–22: Book Fair
October 22: Fall Festival and End of Quarter 1
October 23: Student Holiday/Teacher Work Day
October 26: Student Holiday/Professional Development Day
Stay Connected with the POWES PTO
PTO meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Families are encouraged to follow the POWES PTO on Facebook for updates, meeting information and additional details about upcoming events.
Be sure to check out the POWES PTO 2026–2027 Year at a Glance for even more events planned throughout the school year!