Join us for Unity Day! PCPS will celebrate Unity Day by wearing ORANGE for KINDNESS on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023.
almost 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Text that reads: Join us for Unity Day. PCPS will celebrate Unity Day by wearing ORANGE for KINDNESS! Wednesday, October 18, 2023
School bus transportation plays a critical role in the education of our nation's students, and is the direct link between your homes and the classroom. More than 25 million children ride the yellow bus every school day, and National School Bus Safety Week serves as a reminder for students, parents, teachers, and the community to keep school bus safety in the forefront. Here are tips to keep our children safe at the bus stop. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
almost 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Background is a bus driving down a rural road in fall. Text that reads: School Bus Safety Week. Oct. 16-20, 2023. Tip 2: Walking to the Bus Stop Walk young children to the bus stop or encourage children to walk in groups. There is safety in numbers; groups are easier for drivers to see. Practice good pedestrian behavior: walk on the sidewalk, and if there is no sidewalk stay out of the street. If you must walk in the street, walk single file, face traffic and stay as close to the edge of the road as you can. Stop and look left, right and then left again if you must cross the street. Do the same thing at drive -ways and alleys. Exaggerate your head turns and narrate your actions so your child knows you are looking left, right and left.
Powhatan County Public Schools will be recognizing Bullying Prevention Week October 16-20. We are asking our students to “pledge to support others that have been hurt or harmed and treat others with kindness.” We are asking all PCPS students to wear orange on Wednesday 18, 2023, for “Unity Day.” #wearepcps #teampowhatan
almost 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Text that reads: Powhatan County Public Schools will be recognizing Bullying Prevention Week October 16-20. We are asking our students to “pledge to support others that have been hurt or harmed and treat others with kindness.” We are asking all PCPS students to wear orange on Wednesday 18, 2023, for “Unity Day.”
School bus transportation plays a critical role in the education of our nation's students, and is the direct link between your homes and the classroom. More than 25 million children ride the yellow bus every school day, and National School Bus Safety Week serves as a reminder for students, parents, teachers, and the community to keep school bus safety in the forefront. Here are tips to keep our children safe at the bus stop. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
almost 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A rural scene with a school bus full of people and text that reads: School Bus Safety Week. Oct. 16-20, 2023. Tip 1: Getting Ready for School Have your children put everything they carry in a backpack or school bag so that they won’t drop things along the way. Encourage them to wear bright, contrasting colors so they will be more easily seen by drivers. Make sure children leave home on time so they can arrive at the bus stop before it is due, ideally at least five minutes early. Running after or in front of a bus is dangerous.
Students and families at Powhatan High School came together on Oct. 4 to learn more about the community-based internships that students will be participating in during the 2023-2024 school year. Look for them around town at: Powhatan County Public Library, Elizabeth Randolph Lewis Powhatan YMCA, Sodexo, Powhatan State Park, Rise and Grind, Backpacks of Love, and Herff Jones. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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A man and a woman smile at the camera.
A man and a woman smile at the camera.
Two women smile at the camera.
Two men smile at the camera.
A gray t-short with a handshake that reads Community Learners.
Through the action of a committed group of youth with disabilities, the General Assembly officially recognized October as Disability History and Awareness Month (DHAM). The youth also developed this credo: Disability history education and awareness will promote positive attitudes in schools creating a culture of mutual respect, understanding, and equal opportunities for all. This month highlights the success that Virginians with disabilities have had reducing barriers they have faced to employment, healthcare, education and community living, while helping raise awareness of the ongoing contributions and achievements that they bring to the Commonwealth throughout the year.
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Hands, puzzle pieces, and text that reads: October is Disability History and Awareness Month
Please share info about Powhatan fall festivals, trail walks, haunted houses, trunk or treats, and other kid-friendly autumn/Halloween events for PCPS families. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Fall leaves and text that reads: Please share info about Powhatan fall festivals, trail walks, haunted houses, trunk or treats, and other kid-friendly autumn/Halloween events for PCPS families.
PCPS is looking for community members who are interested in helping us create our next Six-Year Technology Plan. The technology plan will guide us as we purchase, integrate, and support technology over the next six years. The plan provides a roadmap not just for how our technology will support classroom instruction, but also how we can use technology to support internet safety, business operations, and network security. The first meeting will be held at 4 p.m. Oct. 17. If you would like to have a voice in these decisions by joining our committee, please contact Jeff Durrett, Director of Technology, at jdurrett@powhatan.k12.va.us.
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Text that reads: Technology Planning Committee but also how we can use technology to support internet safety, business operations, and network security. The first meeting will be held at 4 p.m. Oct. 17. If you would like to have a voice in these decisions by joining our committee, please contact Jeff Durrett, Director of Technology, at jdurrett@powhatan.k12.va.us. PCPS is looking for community members who are interested in helping us create our next Six-Year Technology Plan. The technology plan will guide us as we purchase, integrate, and support technology over the next six years. The plan provides a roadmap not just for how our technology will support classroom instruction,
Powhatan High School recently held a Club Fair to allow students to learn about all of the wonderful opportunities to get involved in their school and either explore existing or find new interests. Great job by the clubs setting up displays that told what they are about and hopefully attracted new members. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students stand by a display table representing a high school club.
Students stand by a display table representing a high school club.
A student talks to other students at a display table representing a high school club.
Three boys stand and play chess at a table and a girl looks at the camera.
Students stand by a display table representing a high school club.
Students sit at a display table representing a high school club.
Students sit at a display table representing a high school club.
Students stand by a display table representing a high school club.
Students sit at a display table representing a high school club.
A student stands by a display table representing a high school club.
Today is National Instructional Coach Day, when we honor the men and women who work with teachers to improve the quality of their lessons and the quality of students' education. These instructional coaches, some of whom are shown here, serve as mentors and role models, helping teachers stay fresh and use the latest techniques and technologies in their classrooms. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of women smile at the camera
A woman smiles at the camera
Every vote counts! That was the message Powhatan County Director of Elections Karen Alexander tried to drive home when she spoke with the PHS senior class this week. Alexander talked about the importance of young people making their voices heard on issues they care about through voting and walked them through the process to register once they are eligible. Thank you, Ms. Alexander for speaking to the more than 350 seniors on this vital topic. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A woman stands at a podium underneath a sign that reads Register to Vote.
A large group of students attend a session in the auditorium.
A woman speaks to a large group of high school students in an auditorium.
A woman standing on a stage leans down to talk to a group of students.
Well the title did say Beauty AND the Beast! Cosmetology 1 students Olivia Benton (model), Addison May, and Brielle Walters represented Powhatan High School well when they competed at the Virginia State Fair in the SkillsUSA Virginia competition. The talented young ladies, who were competing for the first time, brought home fourth place in the Total Fantasy Look Competition. The theme for the competition was Fairy Tale Characters, and these three cosmetology students definitely met the brief. Congratulations! #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two girls and a girl in costume and makeup pose for a photo.
Two girls and a girl in costume pose for a photo.
Two girls apply makeup to a third girl.
One girl works on her makeup with the assistance of two other girls.
Over the next few months, Powhatan County Public Schools will be spotlighting the awesome employees who joined our staff this year. Please join us in welcoming them to the PCPS family. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A photo of a woman and text that reads: PLEASE Welcome New PCPS Employees Laura McFarland. Communications Liaison. My name is Laura McFarland, and I am ecstatic to be the division’s new communications liaison. The position represents a big transition for me as I have been focused on a career in journalism (primarily newspapers) since I was a freshman in high school. For the last nine years, I brought people the news as the editor of the Powhatan Today. About Me I have eclectic interests, some of which include hiking, quilting, reading, and the occasional retail therapy (in the form of thrift store treasure hunts). Despite years of claiming to only kill plants (mostly true), I have successfully kept a house plant named Stryker alive for more than a decade and just this year took up gardening using an old wood pallet.
PHS freshmen Justine LaPrad and Emily Weaver don't buckle as they hold the weight of the world in their hands. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two teenagers hold large atlases and smile.
The Powhatan High School Marching Band competed in its first marching band competition of the 2023 season on Sept. 30 at Hickory High School in Chesapeake, Virginia. The band placed second in Class 2A and first place in Percussion for Class 2A. A big shout out to these hardworking students. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
The high school marching band lines up at a competition.
The high school marching band performs their routine on a football field.
The high school marching band performs their routine on a football field.
Two students in marching band uniforms stand smiling.
Congratulations to the Powhatan High School JROTC Raiders! The cadets recently competed at Harrisonburg High School, where the Powhatan Boys Raider A Team won first place in the logistics race and the Powhatan Female Raider Team won first place in the logistics race. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of cadets smile at the camera.
Two female cadets lift a heavy tire as part of a competition.
Three male cadets lift a heavy tire as part of a competition.
A group of male cadets smile at the camera.
A group of female cadets smile at the camera.
Cadets lift heavy containers as part of a competition.
A cadet lifts water tanks as part of a competition.
Cadets run alongside a road.
Female cadets compete in a competition.
Having clean schools is an essential part of making sure our students have a safe place to learn. Today is National Custodian Day, so we want to give a huge shout out to all of the men and women who work for HES, some of whom are shown here, and take care of our buildings both day and night. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A man and two women smile at the camera.
A man smiles at the camaera.
Two women smile at the camera.
Two women smile with gifts and cards.
Gifts and cards
A woman smiles at the camera.
Just a reminder that today (Oct. 2), Powhatan County Public Schools and the Powhatan Sheriff’s Office are hosting a School Safety and Security Panel Discussion for PCPS parents and families. Topics will include safety at PCPS schools, student discipline, and social media/online safety. Please plan to join us at the Pocahontas Landmark Center on Oct. 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Text that reads: School Safety and Security Panel Discussion Topics will include safety at PCPS schools, student discipline, and social media/online safety Monday, Oct. 2 6:00-7:30 p.m. Pocahontas Landmark Center A panel of key school safety leaders and the Powhatan Sheriff’s Office
Students in Ms. Burks’ AP Psychology class at Powhatan High School work on a collaborative project with the PHS Library that focuses on action potential and neuron transmission. The students, who are mostly juniors and seniors, constructed 3-D displays and materials and then used stop motion technology to create videos explaining neural transmission. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #elevateeducatorsva
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
AP Psychology students work on a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
AP Psychology students work on a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
AP Psychology students work on a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
A 3-D display for a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
AP Psychology students work on a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
AP Psychology students work on a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
AP Psychology students work on a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
A 3-D display for a project focused on action potential and neuron transmission.
We are spotlighting the importance of good attendance this week and recognizing our hardworking attendance staff. Please join us in showing appreciation for all they do. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #attendancematters
about 2 years ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Text that reads: Attendance SpotLight flat rock elementary Attendance clerk Meet heather barnett Contact Ms. Barnett’s favorite treats are pretzels and pumpkin bread! Heather.Barnett@Powhatan.k12.va.us If your child needs to be absent, please let us know! #attendancematters