Elementary students across PCPS took time to honor Patriot Day on Thursday. Classes took turns throughout the day visiting their flagpoles and talking about the meaning of the day. Shown here, at Flat Rock Elementary, Mr. Beberdick’s fifth graders gathered at the flagpole, while at Powhatan Elementary, Ms. Daniel’s first graders did the same. These moments of reflection helped students learn about the meaning of September 11 and why we pause to remember. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
A group of students and a teacher gather at a flagpole on Patriot Day.
Today is Patriot Day, a time to honor and remember the victims of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. Powhatan High School held a ceremony led by the entire JROTC cadet battalion, with government and history classes attending to observe. All five members of the School Board were also present in support. Principal Mike Pierce served as emcee, speaking about the importance of the day and the reason behind the ceremony. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
Outdoor bleachers are filled with students and teachers.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
A JROTC cadet battalion conducts a 9/11 ceremony on a football field.
Outdoor bleachers are filled with students and teachers.
A man in uniform speaks to a greoup of JROTC cadet battalion on a football field.
Two men in military units and a JROTC cadet battalion pose for a photo.
Five people pose for a photo on a football field.
This morning, Powhatan Middle School held a ceremony at the flagpole to remember the anniversary of the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. Boy Scout Troops 1833 and 832 led the ceremony, presenting the colors and sharing the symbolism behind the Freedom Flag. Mrs. Snyder directed the eighth-grade chorus in a moving performance of the National Anthem, while several civics classes attended to observe. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Boy Scout troop members present the colors during a 9/11 ceremony.
An 8th grade choir sings the national anthem during a 9/11 ceremony.
Boy Scout Troop leaders lead a 9/11 ceremony.
Middle school students observe a 9/11 ceremony in front of their school.
Middle school students observe a 9/11 ceremony in front of their school.
Middle school students observe a 9/11 ceremony in front of their school.
A 9/11 ceremony is held in front of a middle shcoo.
Boy Scout troop members present the colors during a 9/11 ceremony.
Boy Scout troop members raise the flags during a 9/11 ceremony.
Mr. Cook’s ACA Government students at Powhatan High School are bringing civics to life through a unit on local government. On Tuesday night, the class attended the School Board meeting to observe how the board operates, what issues are being discussed, and how citizens can participate. Students are also preparing to attend a Board of Supervisors meeting, compare the two, and then email their representatives with questions that came from their observations. Through these experiences, they’ll see firsthand how local government works and the real impact its decisions have on daily life. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and their teacher pose for a photo.
On Monday, the PCPS cohort of National Board Certified Teachers and Candidates gathered to review information and guidelines for the year. The cohort includes six accomplished National Board Certified Teachers who serve as coaches, along with 13 teachers awaiting their score release in December. We are proud of their dedication to professional growth and to strengthening teaching and learning across our schools. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of people sitting at a long table smile for a photo.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🌟 Every school day matters. Research shows that as early as kindergarten, poor attendance is linked to lower achievement in reading and math. In fact, one missed day can equal 2.5 days lost in math and 1.5 days lost in reading. Let’s keep encouraging our students to show up, build strong habits, and succeed! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Image of a child playing. PCPS logo. Text that reads: ATTENDANCE WORKS SUCCESS MEANS SHOWING UP As early as kindergarten, poor attendance is tied to lower achievement in reading and math. 1 missed day = 2.5 days lost in math and 1.5 days lost in reading.
Back-to-school means back to Chromebooks! 💻 Our IT team worked hard in the first weeks of school to assign thousands of devices across the division. A big thank-you also goes to the many school staff members who supported the process. The collaboration across schools and departments was outstanding. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students line up to receive their Chromebooks.
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students check in with staff members to receive their Chromebooks.
Students pose with their newly assigned Chromebooks.
Students pose with their newly assigned Chromebooks.
Pallets of Chromebooks arrive at a school to be assigned.
Powhatan High School JROTC cadets had a busy weekend serving the community with pride and precision. They presented the Colors at a soccer season opener and again at the Relay for Life of Central Virginia event at the River City Sportsplex. What an incredible way to represent PCPS and engage with our community! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
A group of cadets pose for a photo in a parking lot.
JROTC cadets present the Colors at a community event.
JROTC cadets put away a flag after presenting the Colors.
JROTC cadets put away a flag after presenting the Colors.
JROTC cadets put away a flag after presenting the Colors.
In the first week of school, students in Mrs. Hazelwood’s Cosmetology II Honors class at Powhatan High School were already earning certifications! ✂️ After completing their chapter on infection control, the students became certified in Barbicide (cleaning, disinfecting, sterilization) and Be Healthy (personal health and hygiene). It was a strong start to a year of professional skills and hands-on learning! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students and their teacher pose for a photo holding up certificates showing their certifications.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🌟 When students attend regularly, they set themselves up for success – not just today, but for the future. Research shows that students with strong attendance outperform their peers in math, science, and reading. Let’s keep working together to help our students attend today and achieve tomorrow. #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graduation ceremony photo. PCPS logo. Text that reads: September 2025 ATTENDANCE WORKS ATTEND TODAY ACHIEve TOMORROW Regular attendees outperform their peers in math, science, and reading.
Last week, Mrs. Florence and Mr. Bailey's Algebra 1 class completed an activity on measuring height and handspan to apply scatterplots and lines of best fit in a real-world scenario. The activity was inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man drawing in 1490. Roman architect Vitruvius’s writings on architecture and human anatomy included an observation that a person’s handspan is approximately 1/10 of their height. 🖐📏 #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Algebra 1 students complete an activity on measuring height and handspan.
Algebra 1 students complete an activity on measuring height and handspan.
Rather than starting the school year with icebreakers or orientation activities, Mrs. Barnes’ AP Physics students at Powhatan High School dove straight into science on Aug. 19. Their first challenge? An experiment that explored how toy cars move at a constant velocity. Students collected data, graphed their results, and calculated slopes. Talk about starting the year with forward momentum! #WeArePCPS #teampowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
High school physics students conduct an experiment exploring constant velocity using toy cars.
Reminder: Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed Friday, Aug. 29 and Monday, Sept. 1 for Labor Day weekend. Enjoy the long weekend, Powhatan families!
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Red, white, and blue graphic. Text that reads: Happy Labor day. Powhatan County Public Schools will be closed Friday, Aug. 29 and Monday, Sept. 1.
Mrs. Hudson's English 9 students were introduced to the Powhatan High School Library this week courtesy of a fun Freshman Orientation and Book Tasting. #WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
5 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. n Adults assisting them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting. Adults assist them.
Students sitting at tables full of books participate in a book tasting.
The latest School Board Recap Newsletter is now available! Catch up on the highlights from the August 12 regular monthly meeting 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
6 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
PCPS logo. Text that reads: School Board Recap. Catching up on last week's Board meeting.
✨ It’s almost time! ✨
We can’t wait to welcome our students and families at this week’s PCPS Open Houses:
📍 Powhatan High School – Aug. 12 | 4–7 p.m.
📍 Powhatan Middle School – Aug. 13 | 4–7 p.m.
📍 All Elementary Schools – Aug. 14
* Pre-kindergarten at 3:00 p.m. at POWES & FRES
* All Kindergarten plus POCA Pre-K at 4:00 p.m.
* Grades 1-5 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Come meet your teachers, see your classrooms, and get ready for an amazing school year! 🎒🍎
6 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
School related graphics. Text that reads: PCPS Open Houses We can’t wait to see our families at this week’s open house nights: Powhatan High School: August 12th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Powhatan Middle School: August 13th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. All three elementary schools: August 14th Pre-kindergarten at 3 p.m. at POWES & Fres all Kindergarten plus POCA Pre-K at 4 p.m. Grades 1-5 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
📸 Meet the newest members of our Powhatan County Public Schools teaching team! We’re excited to welcome these amazing educators as they begin their journey with us for the 2025–2026 school year.
They bring fresh energy, new ideas, and a shared commitment to helping every student thrive. Let’s show them just how special our community is by dropping a comment or emoji below to give them a big Powhatan welcome! 👋🍎✨
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
6 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of teachers stand and sit on a stage for a group photo.
The learning didn’t stop after the first session of the PCPS emPOWer 2025 Conference mentioned in today's earlier post. Our staff dove into three more rounds of meaningful, energizing professional development throughout the day. 💡🧠✨
We wrapped up the day with a final group gathering, where the annual Spirit Stick competition went home with Pocahontas Elementary School. Congratulations! 🎉👏
And of course, what’s a full day of learning without lunch? Thank you to the vendors who showed up with giveaways, goodies, and support for our amazing staff. 💼🍽️ 🧡🖤
From start to finish, emPOWer 2025 reminded us of the strength, heart, and talent across PCPS. Let’s carry this momentum into an awesome year ahead! 🚀📚
To see more photos, visit the division's Facebook page.
#TeamPowhatan #WeArePCPS
6 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
In the midst of a large crowd of people, a group stands cheering after winning the spirit stick.
Several women stand at a table making a craft.
Two women sit at a table making a craft.
Two women sit at a table making a craft.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker during a professional development seminar.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker during a professional development seminar.
Staff members on either side of a long table choose from boxed lunches.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker during a professional development seminar.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker during a professional development seminar.
Staff members sitting at a table listen to a speaker during a professional development seminar.

What better way to launch the 2025-2026 school year for our staff members than with the PCPS emPOWer 2025 Conference? 🙌✨
We started Monday at Powhatan Middle School reconnecting over breakfast and registration—full of hugs, high-fives, and smiles from seeing familiar faces again. 🧡🖤 A huge thank you to all of the staff who donated brick-style ramen to Backpacks of Love to help fight childhood hunger.
The energy was electric in our opening session, where we were lucky to hear inspiring words from our leader, Superintendent Beth Teigen, and Avanti Yamamoto, the 2025 Virginia Teacher of the Year. Ms. Yamamoto’s message set the perfect tone for a day dedicated to growth, connection, and purpose. 💬🔥
From there, staff jumped right into our first round of professional learning sessions—led by our amazing educators and special guests.
We captured a lot of great moments, and this is just a glimpse. Check the school division’s Facebook page for more snapshots, and we’ll bring you more photos from the conference here on our next post! 👀📷
#TeamPowhatan #WeArePCPS

6 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of people pose for a photo.
Three people pose for a photo.
A large crowd of people sit in an auditorium clapping for some of them who are standing up.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker as part of a professional development seminar.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker as part of a professional development seminar.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker as part of a professional development seminar.
Staff members sitting at tables listen to a speaker as part of a professional development seminar.
Aerial view of a library where staff members sit at tables talking to each other during a professional development seminar.
Two women hug.
Three people pose for a photo.

📣PCPS is Hiring!📣

It takes more than teachers to run our schools. We're hiring for essential, non-instructional roles that keep PCPS running strong! 🧡🖤
Now hiring: Director of Facilities & HVAC Mechanic
Join #TeamPCPS — where career, community, and family come together.
Contact HR: (804) 598-5700 or the Careers website, found in the comments.

6 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graphic of a megaphone. Text that reads: We Are Hiring Join Our Team Open Positions Director of Facilities HVAC mechanic Contact Human Resources (804) 598-5700 PCPS where career, community and family come together Our Website : www.powhatan.k12.va.us