Quick Updates:

May 1, 2026 PHS Parent Newsletter

May 2026- PCPS Parent Resource Center News Edition #4

• 25-26 Parental Opt Out Booklet

• 2025-2026 Student Rights and Responsibilities

• 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

• Cardinal Care Coverage - Back to School!

• Senior Portrait Information

• Solving Problems Together: Who to Contact?

• Updated PCPS Cell Phone Policy

As a reminder cell phone use by students is prohibited during the instructional day in accordance with PCPS School Board Policy and Virginia law. Phone use between 7:40 and 2:30 will result in confiscation of the student's device, and repeated violation may result in consequences in accordance with our Student Rights and Responsibilities.

Attention Parents of Seniors

• Scholarships: Please make sure your Seniors are checking the Scholarship List often and applying for Scholarships. We have a lot of opportunities posted and deadlines are fast approaching. There are many deadlines for scholarships, including local ones, in the next few weeks. Don't miss out on your chance for free money!

• Pictures will be taken by appointment only!

  • Please sign up using the link below:

    Book Your Appointment Here

  • The Cap, Gown and Tassels will be provided for you. Please note, if you plan to wear a shirt and tie for graduation, we will provide one for your photo as it will be seen underneath the gown. If not, please refrain from wearing a high neck shirt.

    For any questions, please contact HJ Virginia Photo at 804-256-3246 or photo@hjvirginia.com

Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series

• Please join the PCPS Student Services Department for our May Coffee Chat on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2 PM. This month, Wolfgang Acevedo, PCPS Innovative Learning Coach, will host our session on Artificial Intelligence.

• 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 14th!

   

Yearbook Order Deadline Update

• There has been a change to this year’s yearbook ordering process. All orders must now be submitted by May 8, 2025 to guarantee a copy.

• In previous years, extra copies were available after distribution, but that will not be the case this year. To ensure your child receives a yearbook, please place your order before the deadline.

• 👉 Order here: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/4504

Recognizing Student achievements outside PHS

• While we celebrate the many great things happening at PHS, we know that many students are also involved in activities outside of school. We want to honor these commitments and accomplishments by making sure they are represented in the yearbook.

• If your student has achievements from outside of school that you would like to share, we would love to hear about them! Please fill out this form and submit photos to this GoogleForm.

Announcements and Additional Information

• Early Dismissals: Due to volume, we are unable to process early dismissals after noon. Our cut off time for early pick up is 2pm. We appreciate your help with this!

• Reminder: Dismissal and Transportation Changes: Notes for dismissal and transportation changes must be submitted to our main office no later than 12pm.

• Dropping off items: Due to volume, students will pick up items that are dropped off (i.e. lunch, water bottle, etc.) at class change or during lunch. This reduces both the number of times front office staff must interrupt teachers and the amount of time students are out of class. In the event of an emergency please contact the main office directly.

• 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.

• Lost and Found: Due to limited storage, we will be donating Lost and Found items after 12/17. Please encourage your student to check for lost items prior to that date. Thank you!

• Pick up and Drop off for Students with Disabilities: During arrival and dismissal each morning and afternoon the semi-circle directly in front of PHS is utilized by families of students who have a disability that requires handicap access. We ask that you avoid this area during the above times by using our Parent Drop off/ Pick up line (adjacent the sports complex) or by parking in our visitor parking lot.

  Thanks for helping us ensure all students can safely access our facilities!

• Important Calendar Update: At the December 11, 2025 School Board meeting, the Board approved changing April 6, 2026, from a designated snow make-up day to an instructional day for students and staff. This change was made in response to the four instructional days already missed due to snow.