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All Powhatan Schools Accredited

All Powhatan County Public Schools are accredited by the Virginia Department of Education. The calculation of school accreditation resumed with the 2025-2026 ratings based on data from 2024-2025. An overview of the data can be found in the Powhatan County Public Schools Quality Profile.

Portrait of a Graduate

The PCPS Portrait of a Graduate not only provides for the acquisition of rigorous academic content, but it also fosters critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, and other 21st century skills our young people need to thrive in this complex, rapidly changing world.

Instructional Framework

The PCPS Instructional Framework helps students gain the skills to be successful by engaging in rich content and experiencing learning through student-centered approaches that foster deeper learning. The development of skills in communication, collaboration, creativity, innovation, critical thinking, problem solving, and digital fluency provides students with a foundation for success.

Powhatan Education Foundation

The Powhatan Education Foundation generates and raises funds to support excellence in Powhatan County Public Schools so students can: Make the most of their education and participate in activities that enhance their educational experience, while being successful in school and getting prepared for life after high school.

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Building Maintenance Updates

  • In accordance with EPA regulations, Powhatan County Public Schools has an Asbestos Management Plan in place. A copy of the plan is available for your review in the office of each school building. Asbestos information will be made available annually for Powhatan Middle School. Information about asbestos inspections, response actions, and post-response action activities, including periodic re-inspection and surveillance activities that are planned or in progress, will be posted on the website and available in the main office. If there are any questions, you may contact Mr. Tom Sulzer, Director of Facilities, at 804-598-5700.

Your Voice Matters! Help Shape Our School Community

  • We want to hear from you! PCPS invites students, families, staff, and community members to visit our stakeholder feedback page to explore policy updates, participate in surveys, and share input on topics that affect our schools.

  • Your experiences and ideas help us better understand our community’s needs and priorities. Each opportunity will include details about what’s being reviewed, how to share your thoughts, and any submission deadlines.

  • Visit our stakeholder feedback page to explore current opportunities and share your perspective. Check back regularly for new ways to get involved!

Maggie Walker International Language Fair

  • The Maggie Walker International Language Fair Committee is thrilled to announce that our annual language fair will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2027, from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School (1000 N Lombardy St., Richmond, Virginia). If you are unfamiliar with the Maggie Walker International Language Fair, here’s a brief overview 

  • *Registration and fee payment will close on January 10th, 2027 (LINK).

  • This is a fantastic opportunity for your middle school students to learn more about other languages and cultures

  •  If you run into issues or have any questions, reach out to: mwlanguagefair@gmail.com

Can you give 1 Hour for Schools?

  • Can you give 1 Hour for Schools?  1 Hour for Schools is a nationwide volunteer movement created by PTO Today to help strengthen school communities, starting with one simple ask: volunteer for just one hour. 

  • Parents and caregivers are encouraged to pledge one hour (or more) of volunteer time during the school year, whether that means helping at an event, prepping materials at home, joining a committee, supporting teachers, or pitching in however they can.

  • Every adult who takes the pledge helps us in our mission to build stronger, more involved school communities across the U.S. Plus, every pledge counts as an entry for their school to win $3,500!

Powhatan Is for Kindness

  • Join us in celebrating kindness across our schools as Powhatan County comes together to build connections, show gratitude, and spread positivity throughout our community. We encourage all of our students and families to practice simple acts of kindness at home, in class, and in our neighborhood this week. Be sure to share your inspiring stories and photos on social media using #PowhatanIsForKindness as we work together to show that Powhatan is truly for kindness! 

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.

Silence Hurts

  • Students are able to use our "Silence Hurts" form to report behavior of any kind. This form goes directly to all administrators and counselors, and students can use this form anonymously. Students are encouraged to use this form to help a friend in need or report a situation. The form is located on our PCPS websites. We encourage our students to be an upstander and help a friend in need - "if you see something, say something!"

Helping Hands Award Nomination

  • Do you know a Powhatan County Public Schools employee who is Inspiring, Empowering, or Innovating?  We want to hear from you. Tell us about any staff member who is making a difference in the lives of our children by inspiring, empowering or innovating.  Just click on the “Nominate someone” button to tell us about a Powhatan Schools staff member who deserves to be recognized. We welcome suggestions from students, families, co-workers or community members.

  • Click here to nominate a deserving staff member!

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Programs

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National Board Cohort

PCPS pays for 2 of the 4 certification components to become a National Board Certified Teacher.

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Provisionally Licensed Teachers

With the Recruitment and Retention Support Grant, PCPS is striving to help provisionally licensed teachers with the cost of coursework needed to earn a renewable teaching license.

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Childwatch and Reduced Tuition

Free morning childcare for staff members with elementary-age children.

Low non-resident employee tuition rate and transportation.

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Increase Student Enrollment K-12

Our classrooms have grown over the last six years from having three classrooms servicing 50 students, to having eight classrooms servicing over 121 students this school year.

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K Readiness Summer School Program

PCPS has partnered with United Way to provide summer school class to Preschool students entering kindergarten each fall.

Videos

1% Sales Tax Referendum - Planning for Safe, Functional Schools!
On November 3, Powhatan County voters will decide whether to authorize the Board of Supervisors to enact a 1% sales tax for qualifying public school capital projects. Learn how state law allows these funds to be used and what they cannot fund.