Sorry, we couldn’t resist jumping on the trend. School buses are back on the roads in the morning and afternoon, and we want to make sure our students are safe on Powhatan’s gorgeous but sometimes windy roads. So stop; it’s the law! Virginia motorists must: • stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights and an extended stop sign when approaching from any direction; • remain stopped until everyone is clear and the bus moves again; and • stop whenever the bus is loading or unloading passengers, even if the lights and stop sign are not activated. If a school bus is on the opposite side of a median or barrier, motorists aren’t required to stop; however, drivers should be prepared for students exiting the school bus and crossing into their lanes.
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graphic of a school bus. PCPS logo. Text that reads: See how I wait and don’t pass when a school bus stops to pick up and drop off children? Very demure, very mindful
We know we are off to a great start to the new school year, but there are still some summer moments we want to appreciate. 🌟 First off, shoutout to our amazing teachers and staff who went above and beyond this summer! 🌞 While these photos capture just a few of the dedicated individuals who made summer school a success, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you. ❤️ Your hard work and commitment are truly appreciated! #wearepcps #teampowhatan #SummerSchoolHeroes #Grateful
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two women pose for a photo.
A woman poses for a photo.
Two women pose for a photo.
A woman poses for a photo.
A woman poses for a photo.
A man reads a book to an unseen group of children.
A woman speaks to a class while standing at a whiteboard.
A woman works with a unseen group of children at a table.
A woman poses for a photo.
Two women pose for a photo.
It’s eggs-periment time! It may have been the first week of school, but Ms. Brooks was ready to get her fifth graders excited about science from the get-go. The students soaked eggs in vinegar for two days and then took the new bouncy creations outside to see at what height they would break. This was a great lesson on process skills and matters of observation as well as just a fun and slightly messy time. For those who have never seen this experiment, the calcium carbonate shell undergoes a chemical reaction and dissolves in the vinegar. The acidic vinegar leaves the membrane that lines the inside of the shell intact. Some of the vinegar permeates the membrane due to osmosis, which is why the egg swells. The egg insides remain intact, and the remaining membrane is surprisingly strong and flexible, allowing the egg to bounce if dropped from a small height. What an eggs-cellent experiment! #wearepcps #teampowhatan
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A teacher holds a ruler while a student completes an egg drop experiment.
A teacher holds a ruler while a student completes an egg drop experiment.
A student shows excitement about an experiment.
A teacher walks students through a science experiment.
A teacher walks students through a science experiment.
A teacher walks students through a science experiment.
A teacher holds a ruler while a student completes an egg drop experiment.
A teacher holds a ruler while a student completes an egg drop experiment.
A teacher holds a ruler while a student completes an egg drop experiment.
A teacher has students feel an egg soaked in vinegar.
📚✨ It was a book-filled adventure in Mrs. Bartholomew’s English 8 class at Powhatan Middle during her annual book pass! Students got to visit tables stacked with different genres, read the summaries on the covers, and rate which ones caught their eye. Mrs. Bartholomew says it’s a wonderful way for them to discover new reads and genres they might not have picked up otherwise. Happy reading! 📖 #wearepcps #teampowhatan
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
A student reads a book jacket summary to see if it sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
A teacher hands a student a stack of books.
Students read book jacket summaries to see if they sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
A student reads a book jacket summary to see if it sparks interest during a book pass in English class.
You’ve got to save Fred! This friendly (but not so bright) gummy worm took his boat out on the lake one day and forgot to wear his life preserver. Unfortunately for Fred, a strong wind caused his boat to capsize, leaving him stranded on top and the life preserver underneath. Fortunately, Ms. Duncan’s second graders at Powhatan Elementary are problem solvers, and they worked in groups to come up with a solution to save the gummy worm. Ms. Duncan said this is a great activity for the beginning of the school year, because it focuses on team building, classroom community, problem solving, and communication. After the activity, the groups gathered on the carpet to discuss what they learned and how they managed to save Fred. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Students at a table work on an activity called Saving Fred.
Students at a table work on an activity called Saving Fred.
Students at a table work on an activity called Saving Fred.
Students at a table work on an activity called Saving Fred.
Students at a table work on an activity called Saving Fred.
Four students pose for a photo.
Students at a table work on an activity called Saving Fred.
A teacher talks to a group of children sitting on a carpert.
A kraken taking down a ship? A school bus that is also a rocket? A turtle swimming above a swirling cosmos? The talent and imagination of our students is amazing. This recognition is a little overdue, but check out this amazing mural created in the upstairs hallway at the end of the last school year by students at Powhatan Middle School who wanted to leave their mark in a powerful and productive way. Mission accomplished! #wearepcps #teampowhatan
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Parts of an underwater mural featuring a turtle, whale, jellyfish, and a cosmos.
Parts of an underwater mural featuring a submarine going into the deep.
Wide view of an underwater mural on a school wall.
Parts of an underwater mural with a cat in a dive suit.
Parts of an underwater mural with jellyfish and fish.
Parts of an underwater mural with a bus rocket.
Parts of an underwater mural with stingrays.
Parts of an underwater mural with a satellite and person in a suit.
Parts of an underwater mural with a planet and jellyfish.
Parts of an underwater mural with a kraken destroying a pirate ship.
We had a lovely surprise this morning at the Pocahontas Landmark Center when local resident Karla Curtis dropped off the roughly 500 copies of “The Magical Place We Call School: Creating a Safe Space for Learning and Happiness in a Challenging World” that she and her husband, Bob, are gifting to teachers, counselors, and other staff members in our schools. Author Kathleen Corley was the keynote speaker at this summer’s admin training, Curriculum Close-up, and Mrs. Curtis said she hoped the book would help staff in their constant quest to create magical learning experiences for students. Experiences like this show why community engagement and building relationships are such an important part of the work we do at PCPS. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two women pose with boxes and a book
A pile of boxes.
In compliance with Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33 and Powhatan County Public Schools Student Rights and Responsibilities, Powhatan Public Schools will be a cell phone-free educational setting beginning with the 2024-2025 school year. To ensure that students have a focused and healthier learning environment, PCPS will implement and enforce the following procedures at all schools. Students who use their electronic devices on school property will be subject to disciplinary consequences, including confiscation of devices.
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
An image of a hand holding a phone. The phone screen has a graphic of a phone with a red line through it. Text that reads: Powhatan County Public Schools CELL PHONE POLICY In compliance with Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33 and Powhatan County Public Schools Student Rights and Responsibilities, Powhatan Public Schools will be a cell phone-free educational setting. To ensure that students have a focused and healthier learning environment, Powhatan County Public Schools will implement and enforce the following procedures at all schools. Students who use their electronic devices on school property will be subject to disciplinary consequences, including confiscation of devices. During the Instructional Day, students must keep cell phones and other personal electronic devices turned off and in their backpacks or bags until they exit the building at the end of the Instructional Day. No headphones/earbuds will be worn at school. Headphone/earbud use will only be permitted for specific learning activities as directed by school staff. For instructional purposes, only school-issued electronic devices will be allowed. Parents who need to reach their child during the school day should call the main office. Students who need to reach a parent should ask a staff member and will be able to do so using a school phone. Discipline process First offense - A staff member reminds the student to turn his/her phone off and put it away. Second offense - Staff member confiscates the phone until the end of class and calls the parent before they leave for the day. Third offense - Staff member confiscates the phone and submits an office referral; administrator processes the referral and calls the parent by the end of the day; and parent has to pick up the device.** **In accordance with the Student Rights and Responsibilities, repeated offenses will be viewed as “Failure to Comply” and will carry more significant consequences.
This summer, our PCPS administrators had a spellbinding experience at a professional development day with the amazing Dr. Kathleen Corley, author of “The Magical Place We Call School: Creating a Safe Space for Learning and Happiness in a Challenging World.” ✨ We were beyond excited to have her inspire our staff as they gear up to tackle the challenges and celebrate the magical moments ahead. Thanks to a generous donation from our wonderful local supporters, Bob and Karla Curtis—who’ve already worked their magic by gifting each teacher and counselor $1,000 to use in their classrooms—our staff members will also receive a copy of Dr. Corley’s enchanting book. As we set off on this year’s adventure, we’re ready to conjure up creativity, cast the light of knowledge, and enchant our students with the joy of learning. 📚 #wearepcps #teampowhatan
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A large group of people pose together outside.
A roomful of people listen to a speaker.
A woman talks to a classroom full of adults.
A roomful of people listen to a speaker.
A roomful of people listen to a speaker.
A roomful of people listen to a speaker.
A group of adults sitting around a table talk.
Adults standing in a large circle discuss ideas.
Adults standing in a large circle discuss ideas.
A roomful of people listen to a speaker.
PCPS families, it’s time for Open Houses! 🎉 Starting today and running through Thursday, our schools are inviting you to bring your students to check out their classrooms, meet their teachers, and get comfy with their schools before the big first day. 🏫 Whether you’re new to the district or just want a sneak peek, this is the perfect chance to get ready for an awesome school year. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #backtoschoolVA
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Key dates this week Powhatan High School Powhatan Middle Flat Rock Elementary Pocahontas Elementary Powhatan Elementary Tuesday, Aug. 13 Freshman & New Student Orientation, 3-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Open House (Fee Night) 4-5:30 p.m. - Juniors & Seniors 5:30-7 p.m. - Freshmen & Sophomores Tuesday, Aug. 13 Open House 4-5:30 p.m. - 6th Grade 5:30-7 p.m. - 7th & 8th Grade Thursday, Aug. 15 Open House VPI/ECSE starts at 3 p.m. Kindergarten starts at 4 p.m. All Other Students from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 Open House VPI, 3-4 p.m. Kindergarten, 4-5 p.m. New Students, 5-5:30 p.m. Returning Students, 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 Open House Head Start & Kindergarten, 4 p.m. All Other Students, 5-7 p.m.
More than 60 Powhatan High School seniors kicked off their college journey at last week's College Boot Camp! 🎓 Held every August, this student-only event brought in college admissions counselors for a Q&A session where they shared tips on what to do (and what to avoid) when applying to college. This year, we had amazing reps from Liberty University, Old Dominion University, Richard Bland, Brightpoint, and Reynolds. After the Q&A, students got hands-on and set up their Parchment accounts to order transcripts, register for SATs, track NCAA eligibility, and find scholarships. 📚💻 #wearepcps #teampowhatan #CollegeBound @reynoldscommunitycollege @olddominionu @RichardBlandCollege @libertyuniversity @brightpointccva
8 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of students listens to a speaker.
A group of students listens to a speaker.
A group of students listens to a speaker.
A group of students listens to a speaker.
Two people talk in a library.
Two adults talk to a group of students. A projector behind the adults lists out NCAA Eligibility information.
The Chesterfield Health District is easing the burden on parents to get their children’s state-required immunizations by hosting immunization clinics for Powhatan County Public Schools 7th and 12th grade students at their respective Open House. State-required immunizations will be administered at Powhatan Middle and High schools. The clinic for 7th graders will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at Powhatan Middle School, 4135 Old Buckingham Road. The clinic for 12th graders will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road. What immunizations are provided? ● 7th grade: ○ Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) ○ Meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) ○ Human papillomavirus (HPV) ● 12th grade: ○ Meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) Additional Information • Bring your child’s immunization record and insurance card, if applicable. • There is no expense to receive immunization; insurance is billed for administration. • When your child has received these immunizations, provide the records to your school nurse.
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Image of a teenage girl. Text that reads: State-required immunizationswill be administered atPowhatan Middle and HighSchools. Please bring yourinsurance card if applicable (or acopy) on:Powhatan High School1800 Judes Ferry RoadPowhatan, VA 23139Aug. 13 & 14, 20244 p.m. - 7 p.m.IMMUNIZATIONCLINIC7TH & 12TH GRADERSIMMUNIZATIONS: 7TH - AUG. 13 12TH - AUG. 14vdh.virginia.gov/chesterfieldAt Powhatan County Public Schools Open House.All children under 18 must be accompanied bysomeone 18 years or older.HPVTdapMeningitis ACWYMeningitis ACWYPowhatan Middle School4135 Old Buckingham RoadPowhatan, VA 23139 This event is not sponsored by Powhatan County Public Schools.
Image of a teenage girl. Text that reads: CLÍNICA DE VACUNACIÓN ESTUDIANTES DE 7º Y 12º GRADOS VACUNAS: 7º - 14 DE AGOSTO 12º - 15 DE AGOSTO Las vacunas requeridas por el estado serán administradas en la Escuela Secundaria y Preparatoria Powhatan. Por favor, traiga la tarjeta de seguro, si corresponde (o una copia) vdh.virginia.gov/chesterfield 14 y 15 de Agosto de 2024 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sin costo para recibir vacunas -Todos los niños menores de 18 años deben estar acompañados por una persona mayor de 18 años. Escuela Preparatoria Powhatan 1800 Judes Ferry Road Powhatan, VA 23139 HPV Tdap Meningitis ACWY Meningitis ACWY Escuela Secundaria Powhatan 4135 Old Buckingham Road Powhatan, VA 23139 Este evento no está patrocinado por las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Powhatan.
🚀📸 Here’s the third exciting batch of summer camp photos from Powhatan County Public Schools! Our campers had an absolute blast learning softball, volleyball, and baseball skills. They also ventured into the world of science by building rockets, operating drones, and exploring light and shadows. The smiles and excitement are contagious! Check out the highlights and see our future athletes and scientists in action! 🏐⚾✨
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Volleyball players learn foundation skills at a volleyball camp.
Students learn softball foundation skills such as swinging at the ball.
Volleyball players learn foundation skills at a volleyball camp.
A group of students practice operating a drone.
A group of students practice operating a drone.
Students in a summer camp learn about shadow and light.
Students in a summer camp learn to make rockets.
Students in a summer camp launch rockets they built.
A large group of teens and children pose for a photo.
A teen pitches a softball while a younger student waits to catch it.
🎉 Welcome, new teachers! 🎉 Our New Teacher Academy was in full swing today, and we are thrilled to have so many bright and enthusiastic educators joining the Powhatan County Public Schools family! 🌟 These future rockstar teachers are ready to make a difference with our students, and we are so excited to see what they bring to the PCPS family. Let's give them a warm welcome as they embark on this exciting journey! 📚🍎 #wearepcps #teampowhatan #WelcomeNewTeachers #backtoschoolva
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A group of people pose for a photo on a staircase.
A group of people pose for a photo in front of a LOVE sign.
A group of people pose for a photo in front of a LOVE sign.
A group of people work on a craft project.
A group of people work on a craft project.
Two people pose for a photo.
A group of people listens to a speaker.
A sign reads: Welcome New Teachers. Come on in!!
A group of people listens to a speaker.
A group of people listens to a speaker.
From whipping up delicious dishes to exploring the far reaches of the universe, the PCPS camps explored a mountain of knowledge and fun this summer. In this second batch of summer camp photos, you can see students mastering culinary skills in Cooking Camp; dribbling, shooting, and scoring in Basketball Camp; building and programming their own robots in Robotics Camp; and exploring the mysteries of the universe in Mad Scientists’ Club with Señor Miller. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Two students pose for a photo.
A child poses for a photo.
Children in a cooking camp help get lunch ready.
A group of students work on a robot.
A group of students work on a robot.
A group of students work on a robot.
A group of students learn basketball foundations.
A group of students learn basketball foundations.
A group of students learn basketball foundations.
Students in a cooking camp work on making pizza.
Learn and play: Powhatan's summer camps deliver double the fun! Over several weeks, students had the opportunities to stretch their minds, their imaginations, and their physical abilities in the district’s summer camps. In this first batch, you can see students pushing their physical limits in the Youth Cross Country Camp; learning the basics of acting, improvisation, and physical and vocal technique in Fun with Theater Arts; embracing their inner elves as they tackle different structural engineering tasks using gingerbread; and entering the world of mad science and loco experiments in the Mad Scientists’ Club with Señor Miller. #wearepcps #teampowhatan
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A student runs under a parachute.
A group of students jump over hurdles.
A child completes a workshop while sitting on the floor.
An adult talks about acting to a group of students.
A child colors a coloring page.
Three children talk to an adult.
A student makes ingredients for a gingerbread building.
A hand puts together a gingerbread structure.
A group of students run around a school track.
A group of students run around a school track.
The 2024 Powhatan High School Student Leadership Summit was held today and included PHS students from incoming freshmen to seniors. The event gives students a chance to participate in leadership training and meet more of their classmates. The summit will continue next week with a service project. We are so excited to see this amazing group of young men and women stepping up to be leaders in their school. #wearepcps #teampowhatan #studentleaders
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
A large group of students and staff members in matching shirts pose for a photo on a school staircase.
Don't forget that PCPS Transportation Request forms are due this Friday, July 26. If you have not already had a chance to do so, please fill out this transportation request form if you need bus transportation for the upcoming school year. Requests received after July 26 will be processed in the order they are received. However, requests received after bus route planning has begun are not guaranteed by the start of the 2024-2025 school year, and service may be delayed until September 3, 2024. The link to the form is in the first comment. If you have any questions or problems submitting your transportation request, please contact the transportation office by phone at 804-598-5706 or by email at transoffice@powhatan.k12.va.us. PCPS Transportation Request Form- https://forms.gle/Y5js12BhVKjXgwvs6
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Graphic of a school bus with children looking out the window. Text that reads: Don't forget!!! Register 2 Ride
Powhatan High School was thrilled to celebrate an additional group of graduates joining the school’s Class of 2024 as part of the annual Summer Graduation Ceremony held on Wednesday, July 17. The high school offers a summer graduation ceremony to recognize those students who need a little longer to complete their graduation requirements or who are using the opportunity to complete their studies ahead of schedule. Whatever their reasons, we were proud to see all of these young adults cross the stage to accept their diplomas and turn the page to the next chapter of their lives. Congratulations graduates! #wearepcps #teampowhatan
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
Six graduates in caps and gowns pose with their diplomas.
Six graduates in caps and gowns listen to a speaker while surrounded by family.
A man speaks at a podium on a stage where four people sit. A sign projected on the wall reads Powhatan High School Class of 2024 Summer Graduation. A net of balloons hangs above the stage.
A woman speaks at a podium on a stage where four people sit. A sign projected on the wall reads Powhatan High School Class of 2024 Summer Graduation.
UPDATE: This post has been updated to reflect that the event has moved locations to Powhatan County Public Library because of the heat. The food trucks will still be there. The Powhatan Summer Reading Program continues! Join us for Nature Quest at Powhatan County Public Library on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Participate in a guided hike and learn about insects, amphibians, and reptiles. There is free parking for the event. TBT EL Gallo taco truck and Kona Ice will be there! Come hungry!!
9 months ago, Powhatan County Public Schools
children jumping and holding hands with insects, trees and grass as background