Congratulations to Powhatan High School Class of 2020 alum Brandon Eike for being named the Atlantic 10 Conference Player of the Year! We are so happy to hear of his success at VCU. @vcubaseball @a10conference @brandoneike Image: Shared from Instagram.
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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Attention Powhatan High School Families of Seniors. Because of a 60% chance of thunderstorms, the decision was made to move the Powhatan High School graduation indoors on Thursday, May 23. For details, check your email for a message from principal Chris Sumner or visit the Graduation 2024 page on the PCPS division website. Find the link in the first comment. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Bullhorn graphic. Text that reads: Announcement. Dear PHS Families of Seniors, We have been monitoring Thursday night's weather forecast closely across many outlets to include information received from state agencies. Unfortunately, Mother Nature is not cooperating with us as we had hoped, and at this juncture, we are looking at a 60% chance of thunderstorms that evening. Our sources indicate that that percentage will likely increase in 24 to 48 hours. As a result, we have made the difficult decision to move Graduation indoors. We had to make this call now so families have time to determine who will attend graduation and so we have adequate time to make adjustments and clean and prepare our indoor spaces before Graduation Practice and Graduation. Thank you in advance for your understanding and support of this decision and please find additional details about Graduation Practice and Graduation in your email or by visiting www.powhatan.k12.va.us/o/powhatanhigh/page/2024-graduation. Sincerely, Christopher M. Sumner, Ph.D. Powhatan High School Principal
Powhatan County Public Schools is hiring. We are looking for interested teachers in the areas of Art, Computer Technology, Secondary English, Middle School Math, Middle School Science, Physical Education, and Special Education as well as School Counselors. To learn more about becoming a valued member of our team, contact Human Resources at 804-598-5700 for visit the school division's website .
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Photo of a woman with an outstretched hand and text that reads: Powhatan County Public Schools. Now Hiring. Teaching Positions. Art, COmputer technology, secondary English, Middle School Math, Middle School Science, Physical Education, Special education, school counselors. Contact Human Resources at 804-598-5700. powhatan.k12.va.us
Congratulations to the Class of 2024 Advanced College Academy on their graduation Tuesday from Reynolds Community College. These amazing young men and women committed to and successfully completed four years of hard work that allowed them to graduate with an associate’s degree a week before they receive their high school diploma. We are so proud of their diligence and thankful for the teachers, staff, and family members who supported them in this incredible journey. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students in caps and gowns pose for a photo.
Students walk down the aisle in a graduation ceremony.
Large stadium full of people.
Students walk down the aisle in a graduation ceremony.
A group of students in caps and gowns pose for a photo.
Commencement sheet for college graduation.
Reynolds community college banner.
A group of students in caps and gowns pose for a photo.
A group of students in caps and gowns pose for a photo.
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
10 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.
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graphic that reads: Nutrislice. It's here!. What's new? Online menus! Browse daily menu items. View nutrition informaiton. Plan for dietary and allergy restrictions. Available in 50+ languages. View menus on the district website or download the Nutrislice app. Sodexo. Image of a bowl of cereal, a phone, and a computer with a chart on it.
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.
10 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!
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Drawing of a hand holding a flower. Text that reads: Mental Health Awareness. Be kind to yourself.
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
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graphic with school related objects and text that reads: Thank you, to the most dedicated, caring, and hardworking teachers and staff in the world For All You Do! The Powhatan School Board wishes you a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Week.
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
10 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
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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.
10 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!
10 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.
10 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
10 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
10 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
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.
11 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
11 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.
Mrs. Welch’s VPI preschool class at Pocahontas Elementary went on a spur-of-the moment breakfast picnic to let the kids enjoy a beautiful day outside. What a way to enjoy a little morning magic. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
11 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table. An adult smiles next to them.
A group of preschoolers and an adult eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
A group of preschoolers eat their breakfasts at an outside picnic table.
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
11 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.
We love seeing book lovers pass on their love of literacy to younger generations! Members of the Powhatan High School Writers Club recently held their Spring Read Aloud by reading to kindergarten and first grade students. The high school students read spring-themed books to children in Pocahontas Elementary classes (shown here) and Powhatan Elementary classes to help spread the joy of reading. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
11 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Elementary students listen to a high schooler read them a book.
A high schooler gives out bookmarks.
Elementary students listen to a high schooler read them a book.
Elementary students listen to high schoolers read them a book.
Elementary students listen to a high schooler read them a book.
Elementary students listen to a high schooler read them a book.
Elementary students listen to a high schooler read them a book.
Elementary students listen to a high schooler read them a book.
A high schooler reads a book.