School Counseling

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At Powhatan Elementary School we are: Respectful, Responsible and Safe.

PCPS Bullying Prevention Program information linked here

The mission of the Pocahontas Elementary School Counseling Program, in accordance with the Powhatan County Public School's Mission, is to provide a safe environment allowing students to reach his/her fullest academic and personal/social potential. It is our belief that each student is a unique member of society and capable of achieving personal success. With this belief, school counselors utilize classroom, group, and individual counseling techniques in accordance with the Virginia Standards for School Counseling.

2023-2024 School Counseling Info

Opt-Out

In accordance with the Powhatan County School Board Policy 6-27.1, parents have the option to limit or deny their child's participation in guidance programs. Should the choice to limit or opt-out be desired by parents, written notification must be provided to the school specifying the action desired. The notification may either be addressed to the school principal, the child's teacher, or to the school counselor.

👋 Meet Our Counselors

Peggy Jenkins

Peggy Jenkins

School Counselor

Miss Jenkins received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education and Health Education from Longwood College in 1991 and a Master of Science Degree in School Counseling from Longwood University in 2002. 

Miss Jenkins can be reached at 804-598-5730 ext. 117 or by emailing peggy.jenkins@powhatan.k12.va.us

Taileah Rich

Taileah Rich

School Counselor

I am Mrs. Rich, the PreK,  2nd and 3rd grade counselor! I hold office hours from Monday to Wednesday every week. I am excited for my second year in Powhatan and 7th year as a school counselor! I received a Masters in Education School Counseling from GMU and a Bachelors in Social Work from VCU.

Mrs. Rich can be reached at 804-598-5730 or by emailing taileah.rich@powhatan.k12.va.us