Quick Updates:

Graduation 2026
May 14, 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.

End of Year Medication Pick-up

Medications and supplies in the clinic should be picked up by dismissal time on 5/29/26. Any medication not picked up will be safely disposed of by the clinic staff. If your student will require medication at school for the 26/27 school year, please plan to meet with the school nurse during the staff work week of August 17-21st

Graduation

Due to the forecast and the potential for inclement weather, we have made the decision to move the Powhatan High School graduation ceremony indoors to our main gymnasium. While we had hoped to celebrate outdoors, this decision allows us to ensure a safe and organized event for our graduates and guests.
Graduation will still take place on Thursday, May 21st at 7:00 PM. Doors will open at 6:00PM
As a reminder, due to space constraints, each graduate will be allotted tickets as follows:
5 gymnasium tickets
2 auditorium tickets
Guests seated in the auditorium will have access to a live stream of the 2026 Graduation Ceremony. We will also have a link for anyone who wishes to view the live stream video.
Additionally, we have attached information regarding parking for the ceremony.
We appreciate your understanding, flexibility, and continued support as we celebrate the Class of 2026 and this important milestone.

Important Fee Information

SchoolCash Online will be updating the Parent Support Portal during the week of May 11th. Parents will see a refreshed look when submitting support requests, but functionality and support contact details remain the same. No action is required from schools or parents.
Senior Parents and Guardians:
As we prepare for the upcoming graduation festivities, we would like to remind you that all outstanding school fees must be paid in full before graduation tickets can be distributed to students. Please log in to SchoolCash Online to view any remaining fees associated with your student's account.

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.

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