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📚✨ It’s been a few weeks, but we wanted to give a shoutout to Ms. Warriner's first-grade class at Flat Rock Elementary! They were familiarizing themselves with the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) reading curriculum and having a blast with a fresh story. The kids not only read but also answered questions and made predictions—such a great way to engage with narrative nonfiction! It’s wonderful to see their curiosity and critical thinking in action. Keep it up, first graders! 🌟 #wearepcps #teampowhatan

🎉✨ In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our schools honored this vibrant culture with stunning bulletin board displays that showcase the rich history, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic community. Take a look at the creativity and talent of our teachers and students as they pay tribute to this important awareness month, which runs from September 15 to October 15. #wearepcps #teampowhatan

📢 The latest School Board Recap Newsletter is now available! 📰✨ Catch up on the highlights from our two recent school board meetings and stay informed about the important decisions shaping our schools. Your voice matters, and we invite the entire community to engage with the information that affects us all. Read the newsletter to learn more and join the conversation about our students' futures! The link to the newsletter is in the first comment. #wearepcps #teampowhatan

🌟 Kindness is more than a quality—it's a necessity! In recent years, we’ve faced so much negativity, and it’s time to shift back to kindness. Let’s embrace empathy, respect, and understanding. Explore different cultures, and you'll discover the incredible people waiting to enrich your life. Remember, kindness costs nothing but means everything. This week, Powhatan County Public Schools is proudly recognizing National Bullying Prevention Week! 🧡 Together, we can educate and raise awareness against bullying and cyberbullying. Let's stand united for a kinder world! #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan

🌟 Starting next week, Powhatan County Public Schools will recognize National Bullying Prevention Week from October 14-18! 🌟 Together, we can educate and raise awareness against bullying and cyberbullying. This is a perfect opportunity to make a new friend, participate in acts of kindness, and speak up if you see someone being bullied. Let’s work together to create a supportive and safe environment for everyone! 🤝 Let’s make a difference together! 🧡 #wearepcps #teampowhatan

🎉✨ It’s that time of year again! Join the Powhatan community for the annual Homecoming Parade: Into the Night Edition! 🌙✨ 📅 When: Today, Friday, October 11, 2024 🕕 Time: 6 p.m. 📍 Where: PHS Victory Lane at Powhatan High School Get ready to see clubs, the Homecoming Court, and various organizations come together for a fun-filled evening! 🎈 Don’t miss out on the excitement—bring your friends and family for a night to remember. This event is proudly sponsored by the National Honor Society. See you there! 🧡

Powhatan High School saw a fantastic turnout today for participation in World Mental Health Day! 🎉 The Morgan's Message club, along with the school counseling team, welcomed over 200 students at their table to learn about investing in mental health. It was inspiring to see so many engaged in important conversations and exploring strategies for self-care and support. Together, they are building a stronger, more supportive community! 🧡 #wearepcps #teampowhatan @powhatanhighschool

💉 The fourth graders at Flat Rock Elementary scrubbed up and donned hospital gowns for a creative text surgery activity! Guided by Ms. Waller, Ms. Epps, and Ms. Walthall, all three classes worked together to diagnose and treat their place value skills. The students carefully “operated” on numbers, using their “scalpels” ✏️ to dissect and analyze each digit. Way to sharpen your skills math medics! 🧠✂️📊 #wearepcps #teampowhatan

Mrs. Beach's third-grade class at Powhatan Elementary recently engaged in partner activities during math, working on mastering place value and boosting their fact fluency. It was wonderful to see them collaborating and learning together! 📚✨ #wearepcps #teampowhatan

🌟 This week, Mrs. Smith’s fifth graders at Pocahontas Elementary are all about spreading kindness! ❤️ They’re writing heartfelt letters to first responders and those affected by Hurricane Helene, joining in on a letter drive organized by the North Carolina Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program. It’s so inspiring to see our students come together and show compassion for others. Every little bit helps, and we couldn’t be prouder! Keep shining, team! ✨ #wearepcps #teampowhatan @NCFarmBureauAgInTheClassroom

🎉 On Friday, several members of the Powhatan High School National English Honor Society came together to make treat bags for tonight's Homecoming Community Bonfire! 🔥 We’re all set for a fun evening, and we want YOU to join us! Bring your own chair and come out tonight, October 8, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the high school. Enjoy performances by the PHS Band, cheer on our JV and Varsity football teams, and watch our amazing cheerleaders and dancers! There will also be food and games for everyone! Just a quick reminder: all middle and elementary students need to be accompanied by an adult. Can’t wait to see everyone there! Let’s make it a night to remember! 🧡 #wearepcps #teampowhatan

🎉🍿 Mrs. Barnes' third-grade class at Powhatan Elementary recently dove into place value with task cards that got them up and moving around the classroom. Each time they completed a card, they earned a delicious piece of popcorn! 🍿📚 It was a fantastic way to pop into learning! Keep it up, third graders! 🌟 🌟👏#wearepcps #teampowhatan

🌟 Mrs. McGrady’s and Mrs. Price’s third graders at Flat Rock Elementary teamed up with Ms. Adcock, the division’s awesome STEM coach, to tackle their Science Performance Assessment Task (PAT). They conducted a fun experiment to see if lemonade dissolves faster in cold or warm water. 🍋💧 The kids worked in pairs, made observations, and recorded their data. Then, they turned their findings into bar graphs! 📊 It was fantastic to see them collaborating, using science tools, and discussing the best temperature for dissolving lemonade. What a great way to connect real-world experiences to our classroom learning! Keep up the great work, everyone! 🙌✨#wearepcps #teampowhatan

📚✨ Exciting News for Adult Learners! ✨📚 Powhatan County Public Schools is thrilled to promote our Adult Education program, offering a variety of courses designed to help you gain new skills and advance your career! Whether you’re looking to start a new journey or enhance your existing skills, we have something for everyone! Check out some of the courses available: • Dental Assistant Certification 🦷 • Arboriculture and Tree Care 🌳 • Chadwick and Son Orchids 🌺 • Organic Vegetable Gardening 🥕 • ServSafe® Manager Certification 🍽️ • Starting Your Own Business in Powhatan County 💼 • A Painting A Night 🎨 • Cooking - Breads 🍞 • Cooking - Super Soups 🍲 • GED® Preparation and Test (Rolling Enrollment) 📖 • Basic Computer Skills through Northstar Digital Literacy 💻 • Community College Workforce Alliance Courses 🎓 • Welding 🔧 Ready to take the next step? Join us and discover new opportunities! For more information and to enroll, visit our website!

🌟 Happy National Custodian Day! 🌟 Today, we want to sing the praises of the amazing custodians from HES who keep PCPS schools clean and safe for our students! ✨ Our facilities staff presented gift baskets to them today to show their appreciation for the hard work and dedication these individuals put in every day. Here are some of the day shift crews, but we have a great night shift that we want to honor as well. We know a clean school environment is essential to keeping our students and staff healthy. 💝🍎 Thank you for all that you do! 🙌❤️ #wearepcps #teampowhatan

Powhatan County Public Schools is hiring homebound instructors. Be the guiding star in our students' education journey. Join us now! #wearepcps #teampowhatan

🍕🎉 In September, our Community-Based Instruction (CBI) students had a blast celebrating National Pepperoni Pizza Day with a fun pizza party! 🎈🍽️ Combine good food and tunes, and you have a fantastic party. 😋❤️ A big shoutout to our amazing teachers and instructional assistants for making every day special for our students! 🍕✨ #wearepcps #teampowhatan

📚✨ Ms. Moss’s kindergarten class at Flat Rock Elementary was all in during this lesson. The students were super focused as they practiced their letter formation with the new Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) reading curriculum. ✍️❤️ It’s amazing to see their developing young minds at work. Keep up the great effort, kiddos! 🌟👏#wearepcps #teampowhatan

📅 On this final day of September and in honor of Attendance Awareness Month, we want to take a moment to recognize the dedicated attendance secretaries at Powhatan County Public Schools! 👏 Thank you to our amazing team for working to ensure that our students are present and accounted for every day. Your hard work plays a crucial role in supporting student success and fostering a strong school community. Special shoutout to our attendance secretaries: Heather Barnett (FRES); Denise Overton, (PMS); Berkeley Richter (POCA); Wendy Tye, (PHS); and Tiffany Yarbrough (POWES). A big thank you also to Sheryl Jackson-Wade, the division’s attendance interventionist. 🌟 Remember, every day in school counts! Regular attendance helps students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Let's keep encouraging our students to show up and make the most of their education! #wearepcps #teampowhatan

Due to inclement weather, all after-school activities for Powhatan County Public Schools are canceled for Friday, September 27th. This includes all school activities and all activities scheduled in school facilities.