Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Konvicka’s kindergarten class at Pocahontas Elementary paused for a minute on their way to lunch last week to show off how their students dressed for Pajama Day. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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
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
The week of October 9-13 is Fire Prevention Week, and Pocahontas Elementary's Mrs. Britz and Mr. Freund talked about ways to help prevent fires and how having an emergency plan at home is so important. Students in kindergarten and first grade were gifted Fire Prevention pencils and firefighter hats from Powhatan County Fire and Rescue. They also played a tag game where students practiced "Stop, drop and roll" and crawling if/when they are trapped inside a smoky building. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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
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.
Mrs. Aguilera’s second grade class at Pocahontas Elementary School explores place values through various math stations. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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
Pocahontas Elementary administration and school counselors recently welcomed over 60 father figures and their children to a Watch D.O.G.S kick-off pizza party. The school is so excited about welcoming these D.O.G.S into the school this year. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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.
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
During one of her art classes, Pocahontas Elementary School’s Mrs. Williamson had Mrs. Blackburn’s kindergarteners make line lanterns. The project teaches the children about lines and primary colors. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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
Mrs. Howell competed with her fourth-grade class at Pocahontas Elementary School during a math game focused on place value. The teacher and students took turns rolling a large dice and filling in the blanks in their respective six-digit figures to see who could end up with the largest number. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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
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
Mrs. Timberlake’s third class at Pocahontas Elementary School works on assignments that teach them to celebrate what makes them special. Students made a statement and drew an illustration of their statements. Some of the responses included: It’s ok to like crab legs; it’s ok to have a lot of Squishmallows; it’s ok to like Hamburger Helper and not like cake; it’s ok to have a twin; and it’s ok to not play soccer. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
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
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
On Monday, 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 6:00-7:30 p.m. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
