PCPS recently held a night of honor to celebrate Teacher of the Year and retiree excellence. In a special dinner ceremony held in the Powhatan High School Library, the five school Teachers of the Year were honored once again: Gina Dickerson (Powhatan Elementary School), Jessica DeHart (Powhatan High School), Katy Osborne (Flat Rock Elementary School), Joyce Smith (Pocahontas Elementary School), and Jessica Malkerson (Powhatan Middle School). Gina Dickerson was also recognized as the division Teacher of the Year. The retirees who were honored by the school division were: Edwin Swim, Lisa Brown, Laura Bradbury, Harry Howell, Lucia Kuykendall, Lillie Mae Church, and School Board member Valarie Ayers. Special thanks to the Culinary students for preparing a delicious meal, PHS JROTC Battalion for presenting the colors, and Resonance and One Voice chorus groups for performing gorgeous music. We hope it was a special night for a wonderful group of people. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Five women pose for a group photo in a library.
Two women laugh behind a podium. A bouquet of flowers is in the front of the photo.
A woman looks at a woman speaking behind a podium.
A woman sitting down looks at a man speaking behind a podium.
Three women and a man pose for a photo.
A woman hugs another woman in a library.
A woman and man shake hands. Two women stand behind them.
Five women standing to one side look at a woman speaking from behind a podium.
Three women and two men pose for a photo.
A woman sitting down looks at a woman speaking behind a podium.
Check out PCPS's new menu platform at powhatancounty.nutrislice.com/menu. Now you can browse daily menu options, view nutrition information, and plan for dietary and allergy restrictions. Available in 50+ languages! View menus on the district website or download the Nutrislice app.
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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Mrs. Price’s third graders at Flat Rock Elementary prepared for Mother’s Day by making a personalized Mother’s Day Magazine for their moms. The small books contained an acrostic poem thanking their mom, a paragraph describing the most important thing about their mom, and a paragraph about why they love their moms. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Six children hold up personal Mother's Day magazines they were making for their mothers.
Three children hold up personal Mother's Day magazines they were making for their mothers.
A child holds up a personal Mother's Day magazines he was making for his mother.
Two children hold up personal Mother's Day magazines they were making for their mothers.
Two children hold up personal Mother's Day magazines they were making for their mothers.
A child holds up a personal Mother's Day magazines he was making for her mother.
A child works on a MOther's Day magazine for his mom.
A child holds up a personal Mother's Day magazines he was making for his mother.
A child works on a MOther's Day magazine for his mom.
FOur children hold up personal Mother's Day magazines they were making for their mothers.
Greetings to the PCPS community. We know all of you don’t have the time to attend every Powhatan County School Board meeting, so we offer a recap newsletter shortly after the meetings to give you the highlights. You are still invited to go back and watch the full video to get more information; this message will only be hitting the highlights of the May 7, 2024, meeting. Find the link to the newsletter in the first comment of this message.
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Hexagon symbols and text that reads: School Board Recap. Catching up on this week's board meeting. Good evening PCPS Community, Welcome back to the May installment of the Powhatan County School Board Recap.
Join us this May as we observe Mental Health Awareness Month and today, May 9, to recognize Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. Let's prioritize every child's mental well-being by engaging in activities that boost mental health. For resources and information, check out Mental Health America's toolkit and the American Psychological Association's webpage. Educators, explore free resources on Classroom Well-Being Information and Strategies for Educators (WISE) to support children's mental health. Learn about the Virginia Department of Education's efforts on student behavioral health at the Behavioral Health and Wellness webpage. Together, let's spread awareness and support for mental health!
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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Flat Rock Elementary has been showing the love to teachers and staff this week, including a scrumptious nacho bar courtesy of the Flat Rock PTO on Wednesday for Teacher Appreciation Week. We also got to see a lovely gesture from Mrs. George’s Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) preschool class when the students walked around and handed out flowers and special notes to thank staff members for their hard work. These wonderful moments join the efforts of families, community members, business partners, and administration to make our teachers and staff feel like the special people they are. Thank you for all you do. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #elevateeducatorsva #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A woman accepts and flower and card from a group of children and child.
Staff members enjoy a nacho bar lunch provided by the PTO.
Two women smile at the camera.
A woman smiles at the camera.
A woman smiles at the camera.
A woman smiles at the camera.
Two women smile at the camera.
Three women smile at the camera.
A woman smiles at the camera while laying her head on a xylophone.
A woman looks at a child's assignment.
The Powhatan School Board wishes our PCPS teachers and staff members a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you to the most dedicated, caring, and hardworking teachers and staff in the world for all you do. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #elevateeducatorsva #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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Happy National School Nurse Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication of our school nurses, who play a vital role in keeping our students healthy and thriving. School nurses are not just healthcare providers, they're champions of student well-being and academic success. They're there on the frontlines, providing a safety net for our most vulnerable children. Let's give a big shoutout to these everyday heroes who make a positive difference in the lives of our students each and every day! Please join us in recognizing our amazing Health Services Team: Cathy Vaden, RN, Powhatan High School Head-Nurse Michelle Short, RN, Powhatan Middle Nurse Ashley Sloan, RN, Powhatan Elementary Nurse Arla Thompson, RN, Pocahontas Elementary Nurse Jen Lawson, RN, Flat Rock Elementary Nurse Vickie Maxey - Clinic Assistant Tammy Willis - Clinic Assistant Rebecca Smartschan - Clinic Assistant #wearepcps #teampowhatan
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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Two women smile at the camera.
A woman smiles at the camera.
A woman smiles at the camera.
Two women smile at the camera.
Governor Glenn Youngkin has declared May 7, 2024, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day in Virginia. Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, poses a serious threat, especially to our youth. It's crucial to grasp its potency; just a tiny amount can be deadly. There are two types: medical-grade and illicit. While medical-grade is legally prescribed, illicit fentanyl, often mixed with other drugs, has led to a surge in teen overdoses. Education and action are vital! Parents, have open conversations with your kids, and be prepared with naloxone and fentanyl test strips. Remember, knowing the signs of overdose and understanding Virginia's Good Samaritan law can save lives. If you or someone you know needs help, call 988 for confidential support. Let's work together to combat this crisis. We will provide several useful links in the first comment.
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We want to continue the celebration of Powhatan's amazing educators with a Virtual Applause Parade. Show our teachers some love with a round of applause by posting the 👏 emoji in the comments. Let’s see how many 👏 we can get by the end of the day! We’ll start … 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 ... Your turn!
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of clapping hands in a circle. Text that reads: Teacher Appreciation Week Virtual applause parade
The Powhatan County School Board workshop and meeting will be held at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., respectively, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at their regular location in the School Board Meeting Room at the Pocahontas Landmark Center, 4290 Anderson Highway. The School Board will honor a large number of staff, students, and their families during the Recognitions at the beginning of the meeting. In the case of a large crowd at the meeting, the school division requests that seating be prioritized for honorees, most of whom usually leave following the Recognitions. The School Board understands there may be a large number of people who wish to attend the meeting and speak during the Public Comment period. To ensure both goals are met, there will be a 10-minute recess between the Recognitions and the first Public Comment period to enable plenty of time for a smooth transition between the two agenda items and the movement of meeting attendees. The School Board room has a maximum capacity of 160 seated people. If the room reaches capacity, an overflow location has been arranged in the cafeteria of Pocahontas Elementary School, 4294 Anderson Highway, which has a 300-seat capacity. A video conference will be set up to allow people in the overflow space to view the entire meeting and speak during the designated public comment periods. The meeting will be live and archived on the school division’s YouTube channel.
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
We are shining a light on educators this week as part of Teacher Appreciation Week. We would love our families to share the most impactful lesson a teacher has ever taught you. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #elevateeducatorsva #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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We are ready to celebrate the heart and soul of our school community: our incredible teachers! Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6 to 10, and we're shining a spotlight on the superheroes who inspire, educate, and uplift us every single day. From the bottom of our backpacks to the tops of our graduation caps, THANK YOU for your dedication, passion, and endless support! Powhatan teachers really do eclipse the rest! #wearepcps #teampowhatan #elevateeducatorsva #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Image of an eclipse. Text that reads: PCPS Educators eciipse the rest. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week. May 6-10, 2024
May the Fourth Be With You! Kindergarten classes at Flat Rock Elementary have been embracing theme days A to Z, and this week saw them having fun with a Star Wars theme on R2-D2 Day. The classes created special gear like these hats Mrs. Valcourt’s students are sporting and doing Star Wars-themed activities. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #maythefourthbewithyou
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students wear "May the Fourth Be with you" hats they made.
A child colors an activity sheet.
Good afternoon PCPS community. Although this is delayed, we are back again with another installment of the Powhatan County School Board Recap. As always, the goal of this newsletter is to help people who don't have the time to come to or watch full school board meetings still stay abreast of what is going on in our school division. The April 16 meeting newsletter link is in the first comment.
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Screenshot of the School Board recap newsletter. Text that reads: School Board Recap Catching up on the latest board meetings Three hexagons logo. Good afternoon Powhatan Community, We are back again with another installment of the Powhatan County School Board Recap. As always, the goal of this newsletter is to help people who don't have the time to come to or watch full school board meetings still stay abreast of what is going on in our school division. The message will only be hitting the highlights of the April 16 workshop and meeting, but you are invited to go back and watch the full workshop video and full meeting
Powhatan County Public Schools recently invited parents of the Class of 2037 for a Rising Kindergarten Parent Information Night. Couldn't make it to the event? Families are invited to equip themselves with the knowledge to help their child succeed by contacting their school and asking what information they need to know. PCPS is also asking for the public's help in reminding anyone with a child that will be age 5 by September 30, 2024, to begin enrolling now. This is a special time for schools to welcome their newest students. It is also important to get students screened and on the rosters as soon as possible to be better prepared for the start of the new school year. In addition, the preschool (VPI/ Head Start) application process for children turning age 3 and 4 by September 30, 2024, is also now available online. Check the Powhatan County Public Schools website for information or contact your local school with Kindergarten Registration or Preschool Application questions. We are so excited and cannot wait to get these students on the PCPS team! #wearepcps #teampowhatan
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A woman speaks to a room full of people about kindergarten readiness.
A woman speaks to a room full of people about kindergarten readiness.
A slide about what kindergartners will experience in school.
A woman speaks to a room full of people about kindergarten readiness.
A woman speaks to a room full of people about kindergarten readiness.
A woman speaks to a room full of people about kindergarten readiness.
A room full of people learn about kindergarten readiness.
A woman speaks to a room full of people about kindergarten readiness.
Dive into a world of creativity at our upcoming 2024 Powhatan AP Art Exhibit. This annual showcase of Powhatan High School art students not only allows you to see some incredible artwork but to Meet the Artists! Join us for an unforgettable journey through their masterpieces, each stroke of a paintbrush, shutter of a camera, or molding of clay telling a unique story. Also enjoy special music guest Jesse Whiting. The show will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 10 at the War Memorial Cultural Arts and Community Center, 2375 Skaggs Road, Powhatan, VA. All are welcome. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #CreativityUnleashed
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Print in red of a girl looking through spread wide fingers.
Drawing of a boy drawing lines in the air.
Photograph of a girl seen through thick woods.
Painting of a man with eyes closed touching his face.
Artwork featuring girl screaming into phone. Words I Pick up the phone written underneath. Repeated writings written behind her reading This is the Last time.
Painting of a stormy night.
Painting of a man sitting on a subway bench.
Drawing of a horse.
Black and white photograph of books, including one open, and a string of pearls.
A clay artwork with blue swirls, hair, and reaching hands.
At the end of their oviparous (hatches from an egg) animal unit, Miss Katie’s Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) preschool students at Flat Rock Elementary did a directed drawing of a diverse group of ducks. They also did a science experiment where they mixed vinegar and water, put eggs in the mixture, and witnessed them gradually change and become bouncy. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A teacher shows a group of preschoolers an experiment involving eggs and chemical reactions.
A teacher shows a group of preschoolers an experiment involving eggs and chemical reactions.
A teacher shows a group of preschoolers an experiment involving eggs and chemical reactions.
A teacher shows a group of preschoolers an experiment involving eggs and chemical reactions.
A teacher and group of students pose for a photo.
A preschooler's drawing of a duck.
A preschooler's drawing of a duck.
A preschooler's drawing of a duck.
A preschooler's drawing of a duck.
A preschooler's drawing of a duck.
During P.E. class at Flat Rock Elementary, Mr. Ellison and Mrs. Leslie had the second graders from Mrs. Southward and Mr. Thompson’s classes toss bean bags to try to get them in the hula hoop of the same color. If they missed, the students picked the bean bags up and the next child tried. The game is called Bozo for the word the line yelled if one of them hit all of the loops. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children playing a bean bag toss game called Bozo sit down when one of the students hits all of the loops.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children play a bean bag toss game called Bozo.
Children sit in PE class in a gym and listen to a teacher.
🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️ Calling ALL POP TOP TAB COLLECTORS We NEED your TABS…Tomorrow!!! Our divisionwide contest ends Friday, April 26! Please spread the word and drop your tabs off at your child’s school (or any Powhatan school)! The Ronald McDonald House thanks you, and so do we. 🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️ (photo courtesy of Ronald McDonald House)
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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