The Powhatan County Public Schools School Board recently updated its policy regarding the naming of school facilities and is seeking volunteers from each magisterial district to consider a request to name the baseball field at Powhatan Middle School.
At the August 11 meeting, the board voted unanimously to approve revisions to Policy FFA, which pertains to the naming and dedication of school buildings, fields, facilities, and portions of facilities. The policy establishes a formal process for considering naming requests, including community input and review by a citizen committee.
Under the updated policy, each School Board member will select one citizen from their district to serve on the naming committee alongside select staff members. The committee will review requests and make a recommendation to the School Board for its consideration and vote.
The School Board has already received requests from several local citizens to name the middle school’s baseball field after Ott Mullins, who served as a PCPS baseball coach for 22 years.
Powhatan residents interested in representing their magisterial district on the baseball field’s naming committee may apply by filling out the application to serve on the naming committee linked in the comments. Community members are also welcome to use the same form to share their thoughts, perspectives, and recommendations regarding the proposed dedication. Applications are due by 11:59:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026.
At the August 11 meeting, the board voted unanimously to approve revisions to Policy FFA, which pertains to the naming and dedication of school buildings, fields, facilities, and portions of facilities. The policy establishes a formal process for considering naming requests, including community input and review by a citizen committee.
Under the updated policy, each School Board member will select one citizen from their district to serve on the naming committee alongside select staff members. The committee will review requests and make a recommendation to the School Board for its consideration and vote.
The School Board has already received requests from several local citizens to name the middle school’s baseball field after Ott Mullins, who served as a PCPS baseball coach for 22 years.
Powhatan residents interested in representing their magisterial district on the baseball field’s naming committee may apply by filling out the application to serve on the naming committee linked in the comments. Community members are also welcome to use the same form to share their thoughts, perspectives, and recommendations regarding the proposed dedication. Applications are due by 11:59:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Powhatan County Public Schools is now hiring a Special Education Teacher at Pocahontas Elementary School. Apply Now! Fast Turnaround! Click the link in the comments.
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We would love to see first-day photos of the PCPS students starting school today: the first half of PreK/K and Grades 1-5, 6, and 9. We will ask again tomorrow for first-day photos of students starting school on Tuesday.
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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 scheduled school days off. Planning ahead helps ensure students can be in school, ready to learn, as often as possible.
From Start to finish
Open Houses:
Tuesday, 8/18: Powhatan High School
Wednesday, 8/19: Powhatan Middle
Thursday, 8/20: All Elementary Schools
First Week of School
8/24: First Day of School for Half of PreK/K; Grades 1-5, 6 & 9
8/25: First Day of School for Other Half of PreK/K, 7-8; 10-12
8/25: Second Day of School for 1-5, 6 & 9
Graduation
Thursday, 5/27: PHS Graduation
Last Day of School
Friday, 6/4 (Half Day)
Long Weekends
Friday, 9/4 - Monday, 9/7
Friday, 10/23 - Monday, 10/26
Monday, 11/2 - Tuesday, 11/3
Friday, 2/12 - Monday, 2/15
Friday, 3/12 - Monday, 3/15
Friday, 5/28 - Monday, 5/31
Student Holidays
Friday, 9/4
Monday, 9/7
Friday, 10/23
Monday, 10/26
Monday, 11/2
Tuesday, 11/3 *Parent Teacher Conferences
Monday, 1/4
Monday, 1/18 (MLK Jr. Day)
Friday, 2/12
Monday, 2/15 *Snow Make-Up Day
Friday, 3/12
Monday, 3/15 *Snow Make-Up Day
Monday, 4/19 *Snow Make-Up Day
Friday, 5/28
Monday, 5/31 (Memorial Day)
School Breaks
Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, 11/25 - Friday, 11/27
Winter Break: Monday, 12/21 - Monday, 1/4
Spring Break: Monday, 3/29 - Friday, 4/2
From Start to finish
Open Houses:
Tuesday, 8/18: Powhatan High School
Wednesday, 8/19: Powhatan Middle
Thursday, 8/20: All Elementary Schools
First Week of School
8/24: First Day of School for Half of PreK/K; Grades 1-5, 6 & 9
8/25: First Day of School for Other Half of PreK/K, 7-8; 10-12
8/25: Second Day of School for 1-5, 6 & 9
Graduation
Thursday, 5/27: PHS Graduation
Last Day of School
Friday, 6/4 (Half Day)
Long Weekends
Friday, 9/4 - Monday, 9/7
Friday, 10/23 - Monday, 10/26
Monday, 11/2 - Tuesday, 11/3
Friday, 2/12 - Monday, 2/15
Friday, 3/12 - Monday, 3/15
Friday, 5/28 - Monday, 5/31
Student Holidays
Friday, 9/4
Monday, 9/7
Friday, 10/23
Monday, 10/26
Monday, 11/2
Tuesday, 11/3 *Parent Teacher Conferences
Monday, 1/4
Monday, 1/18 (MLK Jr. Day)
Friday, 2/12
Monday, 2/15 *Snow Make-Up Day
Friday, 3/12
Monday, 3/15 *Snow Make-Up Day
Monday, 4/19 *Snow Make-Up Day
Friday, 5/28
Monday, 5/31 (Memorial Day)
School Breaks
Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, 11/25 - Friday, 11/27
Winter Break: Monday, 12/21 - Monday, 1/4
Spring Break: Monday, 3/29 - Friday, 4/2
Good morning PCPS Community. The Powhatan County School Board Recap for last week’s School Board meetings is ready to view. It also includes an entry about the emergency called special meeting held Monday. 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. You can find the link to the recap in the comments.
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Notice of a Special Emergency School Board Meeting
The Powhatan County School Board will hold a special-called emergency meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road,
Powhatan, VA. (Room A116) The board will meet to vote on changes to the course selection guide to address a staffing shortage at Powhatan High School.
The Powhatan County School Board will hold a special-called emergency meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road,
Powhatan, VA. (Room A116) The board will meet to vote on changes to the course selection guide to address a staffing shortage at Powhatan High School.
PCPS Open House nights will be held this week, and we are so excited to see our families walking our school halls again. Here is the schedule for the open house nights:
Powhatan High School
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
4:30-6:30 p.m.
* Powhatan Middle School
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Last names A-K: 4:00-5:15 p.m. and Last names L-Z: 5:15-6:30 p.m.
* Flat Rock Elementary School
Thursday, August 20, 2026
• ESCE Open House: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
• Kindergarten Orientation: 4:00 p.m. (starts in the cafeteria)
• New Student Orientation for Grades 1-5: 5:00-5:30 p.m.
• Open House for returning students in Grades 1-5: 5:00-7:00 p.m.
* Pocahontas Elementary School
Thursday, August 20, 2026
• Kindergarten Orientation in classrooms: 4:00 p.m.
• New Student Orientation for Grades 1-5 in the cafeteria: 5:00 p.m.
• Open House & Supply Drop for Students in Grades 1-5 in classrooms: 5:00-7:00 p.m.
* Powhatan Elementary School
Thursday, August 20, 2026
• VPI 3 and 4 Open House: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
• Kindergarten Orientation: 4:00-5:00 p.m. (starts in cafeteria)
• New Student Orientation for Grades 1-5 in the cafeteria: 5:00-5:30 p.m.
• Returning Students Open House (Grades 1-5) 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Please give a warm welcome to the newest members of Powhatan County Public Schools! 🧡🖤
Our new teachers and librarians spent Monday through Wednesday getting to know PCPS, meeting school and division leaders, connecting with their mentors, and learning all they need to get ready for the year ahead.
And they didn’t just sit through training! They started their first day by taking a school bus tour of our beautiful county. They also got into their schools and classrooms, started preparing their spaces, and began making plans for welcoming their students.
We’re excited to have this talented group joining Team Powhatan. Welcome! 👋
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
Our new teachers and librarians spent Monday through Wednesday getting to know PCPS, meeting school and division leaders, connecting with their mentors, and learning all they need to get ready for the year ahead.
And they didn’t just sit through training! They started their first day by taking a school bus tour of our beautiful county. They also got into their schools and classrooms, started preparing their spaces, and began making plans for welcoming their students.
We’re excited to have this talented group joining Team Powhatan. Welcome! 👋
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
NOTICE: Powhatan County School Board Notice of Possible Quorum
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707
Please take notice that members of the Powhatan County School Board may be present at the EmPower Conference to be held: from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139.
This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act due to the possibility that a quorum of school board members may be in attendance for training. This aligns with Virginia Code § 22.1-253.13:5(a)
1950, as amended, which states that each member of the Board shall participate in high-quality professional development programs on personnel, curriculum, and current issues in education as part of his service on the Board.
No official business will be conducted, and no votes or decisions will be made by the School Board at this event.
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707
Please take notice that members of the Powhatan County School Board may be present at the EmPower Conference to be held: from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139.
This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act due to the possibility that a quorum of school board members may be in attendance for training. This aligns with Virginia Code § 22.1-253.13:5(a)
1950, as amended, which states that each member of the Board shall participate in high-quality professional development programs on personnel, curriculum, and current issues in education as part of his service on the Board.
No official business will be conducted, and no votes or decisions will be made by the School Board at this event.
Powhatan County Public Schools is hiring an elementary teacher at Powhatan Elementary School. Fast turnaround time. No time to wait! Apply today at the link in the image or found in the comments.
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Powhatan County School Board Notice of Possible Quorum
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707
Please take notice that members of the Powhatan County School Board may be present at the New Teacher Orientation to be held:
DATE: Monday, August 10, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
LOCATION: Pocahontas Landmark Center
4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA
This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act due to the possibility that a quorum of school board members may be in attendance.
No official business will be conducted, and no votes or decisions will be made by the School Board at this event.
Pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3707
Please take notice that members of the Powhatan County School Board may be present at the New Teacher Orientation to be held:
DATE: Monday, August 10, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
LOCATION: Pocahontas Landmark Center
4290 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA
This notice is being provided in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act due to the possibility that a quorum of school board members may be in attendance.
No official business will be conducted, and no votes or decisions will be made by the School Board at this event.
IMPORTANT COMMUNITY NOTICE
On Thursday, July 23, Powhatan County Public Schools, in partnership with local law enforcement and emergency responders, will be conducting a full-scale emergency drill.
Please review the important details below regarding building closures and traffic impacts during this training exercise:
* Building Closures (7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.): All PCPS buildings and campuses will be closed to the public, staff, and students from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This includes the Powhatan Landmark Center (PLC) and the Transportation Department.
* Active Drill Locations: The exercise will take place at Powhatan High School (PHS) and Flat Rock Elementary School (FRES).
* Traffic & Road Closures: Please expect a heavy presence of emergency vehicles, potential road closures, and increased traffic around PHS and FRES during the morning hours. We advise community members to avoid these areas if possible.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as our staff and local first responders conduct this vital safety training. All buildings are expected to resume normal operations at 12:00 p.m. on the day of the drill.
On Thursday, July 23, Powhatan County Public Schools, in partnership with local law enforcement and emergency responders, will be conducting a full-scale emergency drill.
Please review the important details below regarding building closures and traffic impacts during this training exercise:
* Building Closures (7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.): All PCPS buildings and campuses will be closed to the public, staff, and students from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This includes the Powhatan Landmark Center (PLC) and the Transportation Department.
* Active Drill Locations: The exercise will take place at Powhatan High School (PHS) and Flat Rock Elementary School (FRES).
* Traffic & Road Closures: Please expect a heavy presence of emergency vehicles, potential road closures, and increased traffic around PHS and FRES during the morning hours. We advise community members to avoid these areas if possible.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as our staff and local first responders conduct this vital safety training. All buildings are expected to resume normal operations at 12:00 p.m. on the day of the drill.
Congratulations to the graduates who recently crossed the stage at Powhatan High School's Summer Graduation Ceremony! 🎓Each diploma represents perseverance, hard work, and a milestone worth celebrating. We are proud of all you have accomplished and wish you the very best as you begin your next chapter. 🧡🖤
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Good afternoon PCPS Community. The Powhatan County School Board Recap covering Monday afternoon's joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors is ready to view. As always, the goal of this newsletter is to help people who don't have the time to attend 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 Special Meeting Notice
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors and Powhatan County School Board will convene a special meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, beginning at 3:00 pm in The Village Building Auditorium at 3910 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, Virginia, for the purpose of considering, discussing, and voting on a resolution to add a referendum question to the November 3, 2026, ballot asking voters whether Powhatan County should levy a 1% sales tax to be used solely for construction or renovation of Powhatan County schools.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors and Powhatan County School Board will convene a special meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, beginning at 3:00 pm in The Village Building Auditorium at 3910 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, Virginia, for the purpose of considering, discussing, and voting on a resolution to add a referendum question to the November 3, 2026, ballot asking voters whether Powhatan County should levy a 1% sales tax to be used solely for construction or renovation of Powhatan County schools.
Powhatan County Public Schools is seeking a Head Start teacher to join our team. This position plays an important role in supporting our youngest learners by creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that helps children build strong early learning foundations. Interested candidates can view full details and apply using the link shared in the graphic and in the comments.
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Notice: In observance of Independence Day, Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed Thursday, July 2, 2026.
PCPS is also closed on Fridays during the summer, so schools and offices will remain closed on Friday, July 3, 2026.
PCPS is also closed on Fridays during the summer, so schools and offices will remain closed on Friday, July 3, 2026.
To all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures in our community: thank you. 💙
Thank you for the encouragement, support, guidance, and care you provide to the children in your lives. Your impact reaches far beyond what you may ever realize.
We hope you had a wonderful Father's Day. 🧡🖤
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Thank you for the encouragement, support, guidance, and care you provide to the children in your lives. Your impact reaches far beyond what you may ever realize.
We hope you had a wonderful Father's Day. 🧡🖤
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
Good afternoon PCPS Community. The Powhatan County School Board Recap for this week’s School Board meetings 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. You can find the link to the recap here: https://app.smore.com/n/u0vm8.
In observance of Juneteenth, Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed Thursday, June 18, 2026. PCPS is also closed on Fridays during the summer, so schools and offices will remain closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.
