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October 12
October 12
Quick Reminders
Shout out to our fabulous PTO for putting on two dances on Friday night! We had almost 500 students come out for a fun night of fall, flannel, and friends!
Friday, October 17 and Monday, October 20 are student holidays.
The first quarter grading period ends on Thursday, October 16.
Additionally, while students are permitted to carry a water bottle, we ask that only water be consumed in classrooms.
For parents that drive to/from school, please continue to use the designated route by entering the line from the west. Please do not pull a U-turn on Old Buckingham Road or cut the line via Red Barn. Let's be respectful of each other by waiting patiently in line. We are more and more efficient this year and the finishes before the tardy bell rings.
This week, students will take common assessments in all English and Math classrooms, as well as other Science and Social Studies classes based on grade levels. Common assessments are cumulative assessments taken in all classes that allow teachers to identify learning trends, improve or alter teaching strategies, and ensure alignment within the taught curriculum. As always, we simply ask our students to give their best effort!
Academic Check-Ins
Part of middle school is teaching self-efficacy and showing students how to take responsibility for their learning. If we can reach this goal school-wide, students will thrive in high school!
Academic check-ins will be done in (PINK) paper form and sent home with the student. Hopefully this can serve as a guide in conversation for you, as well.
Our final Academic Check-In for the first quarter is Monday, October 13 - be sure to ask your student for their check-in paper when they get home. The first quarter grades end on Thursday, October 16.
Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series
Powhatan County Public Schools Student Services Department welcomes you to our monthly Virtual Coffee Chats titled Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series. Each month, Student Services will present a different topic with strategies to support your students from home, policies and procedures at the division and school levels, and opportunities to ask questions of our Student Services Department members and guest panelists. Links to our previous Coffee Chats are below:
September Coffee Chat (Attendance)
October Coffee Chat (School Safety)
Our next session will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10 AM. During this session, we will explore the topic of bullying. We will host some of our school principals and school counselors as guest panelists to answer your questions. To log in, scan the QR Code link below or visit bit.ly/PowhatanStrong25-26. We look forward to seeing you on the 16th!
Powhatan Strong Coffee chat (2) (1).pdfPowhatan High School NEHS: Dollars for Dolly Fundraiser
The Powhatan High School National English Honor Society is excited to sponsor the Dollars for Dolly fundraising campaign to support the Powhatan Dolly Parton Imagination Library. This program provides free books to children ages birth to five years old—at no cost to their families. Every dollar raised helps put books directly into the hands of our youngest learners!
Students can bring in donations October 6–17.
The winning class will celebrate with Sugar Shack donuts.
The winning school will proudly display a life-sized Dolly Parton cutout in the front office for the remainder of the school year.
Thank you for helping us inspire a love of reading in Powhatan’s children!
Winter sports tryouts are right around the corner! Here are the dates and times for tryouts for cheering and basketball;
CHEERING
DATE - MONDAY, OCTOBER 27th
TIME - After school - 4:00
*Tryouts will last 3 days
GIRLS BASKETBALL
DATE - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
TIME - After school - 3:45 (THE GIRLS TRYOUT WILL BE AT THE PLC GYM (TRANSPORTATION WILL BE PROVIDED). ALL GIRLS WILL NEED TO BE PICKED UP AT THE PLC BUILDING.)
*Tryouts will last 3 days.
BOYS BASKETBALL
DATE - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
TIME - After school - 4:00
*Tryouts will last 3 -4 days
** Tryout forms for all winter sports will be in the office starting the week of October 13th.
** You MUST have a completed physical (this is NOT the tryout form) dated MAY 1, 2025 or later either on file, or before tryouts in order to try out. Physical forms are available on the PCPS Middle School website or in the office.
** Please turn in all tryout forms AND physicals to the OFFICE (please don't give to teachers) ASAP. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE DAY OF TRYOUTS.
If you have any further questions, please contact our Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky at bill.wasosky@powhatan.k12.va.us
Fall Picture Day
Fall Picture Day is schedule for October 28 and 29. A more detailed schedule will be sent out closer to the date.
Sign up to receive Picture Day alerts here.
490314-1 QR.pdfHealth and PE Rotations:
These teachers will be in HEALTH this week: Woodson, Bates, Fields.
These teachers will be in PE this week: Allanson, Henderson, Lazaro, Miles
Important Dates
Important Dates
October 16: End of Quarter 1
October 17: Student Holiday, Teacher Work Day
October 20: Student Holiday, Teacher Professional Development Day
October 22: Powhatan Unity Day (Wear ORANGE!)
October 24: Report Cards Go Home
October 28 & 29: Fall Picture Day
November 3: Student & Staff Holiday
November 4: Parent-Teacher Conferences; Student Holiday
Upcoming Community Events
Upcoming Community Events
Firewood Ministry_Community Flyer_2025.pdfYMCA 2025 Winter sports.pdfFall 2025 Tab Contest.pdfOctober 5
October 5
Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series
Powhatan County Public Schools Student Services Department welcomes you to our monthly Virtual Coffee Chats titled Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series. Each month, Student Services will present a different topic with strategies to support your students from home, policies and procedures at the division and school levels, and opportunities to ask questions of our Student Services Department members and guest panelists. Links to our previous Coffee Chats are below:
September Coffee Chat (Attendance)
October Coffee Chat (School Safety)
Our next session will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10 AM. During this session, we will explore the topic of bullying. We will host some of our school principals and school counselors as guest panelists to answer your questions. To log in, scan the QR Code link below or visit bit.ly/PowhatanStrong25-26. We look forward to seeing you on the 16th!
Powhatan Strong Coffee chat (2) (1).pdfAttention 8th Grade Students Interested in "Non-Traditional High School Options"
The application window for three regional specialty high school programs is now OPEN!
The programs are:
ACA (Advanced College Academy)
ARGS (Appomattox Regional Governor's School for the Arts and Technology)
MLWGS (Maggie L. Walker Governor's School for Government and International Studies)
Important Dates to Remember:
October 1, 2025 - Applications open
October 16, 2025 - ARGS Open House 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
October 25, 2025 - MLWGS Information Forum 1:00 PM
December 1, 2025 - Application Deadline
All applications are online. You can find the direct links and all necessary information on the Schoology page already shared with your student. As a reminder, students must be in Algebra 1 to be eligible for these three programs. Please reach out to our new Gifted Coordinator, Elizabeth Greenwood (elizabeth.greenwood@powhatan.k12.va.us) if you have any questions.
Powhatan High School NEHS: Dollars for Dolly Fundraiser
The Powhatan High School National English Honor Society is excited to sponsor the Dollars for Dolly fundraising campaign to support the Powhatan Dolly Parton Imagination Library. This program provides free books to children ages birth to five years old—at no cost to their families. Every dollar raised helps put books directly into the hands of our youngest learners!
Students can bring in donations October 6–17.
The winning class will celebrate with Sugar Shack donuts.
The winning school will proudly display a life-sized Dolly Parton cutout in the front office for the remainder of the school year.
Thank you for helping us inspire a love of reading in Powhatan’s children!
Winter sports tryouts are right around the corner! Here are the dates and times for tryouts for cheering and basketball;
CHEERING
DATE - MONDAY, OCTOBER 27th
TIME - After school - 4:00
*Tryouts will last 3 days
GIRLS BASKETBALL
DATE - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
TIME - After school - 3:45 (THE GIRLS TRYOUT WILL BE AT THE PLC GYM (TRANSPORTATION WILL BE PROVIDED). ALL GIRLS WILL NEED TO BE PICKED UP AT THE PLC BUILDING.)
*Tryouts will last 3 days.
BOYS BASKETBALL
DATE - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
TIME - After school - 4:00
*Tryouts will last 3 -4 days
** Tryout forms for all winter sports will be in the office starting the week of October 13th.
** You MUST have a completed physical (this is NOT the tryout form) dated MAY 1, 2025 or later either on file, or before tryouts in order to try out. Physical forms are available on the PCPS Middle School website or in the office.
** Please turn in all tryout forms AND physicals to the OFFICE (please don't give to teachers) ASAP. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE DAY OF TRYOUTS.
If you have any further questions, please contact our Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky at bill.wasosky@powhatan.k12.va.us
Fall Picture Day
Fall Picture Day is schedule for October 28 and 29. A more detailed schedule will be sent out closer to the date.
Sign up to receive Picture Day alerts here.
490314-1 QR.pdfPTO Updates
PTO Updates
PTO Fall Dance
Please see the attached flyer for the Fall Dance.
If you are interested in volunteering, please see the included Sign Up Genius:
Fall Dance Volunteer SignUpGenius
6th graders attending the dance should stay after school in our gymnasium.
This dance is for Powhatan Middle School students only.
September 28
September 28
Academic Check-Ins
Part of middle school is teaching self-efficacy and showing students how to take responsibility for their learning. If we can reach this goal school-wide, students will thrive in high school!
This school year, our students will be working on an “Academic Check-In” during ACCT every other week. Students will be tasked with opening their Power School to check grades and any missing assignments, and then setting up a plan for the week and beyond. All this will happen with the guidance of their ACCT teacher, but we are attempting to build more student ownership in their learning.
Students will then answer three questions:
What teachers do I need to meet with this week and for what?
One goal I have for the next week is…
I will know I am successful if…
Academic check-ins will be done in (PINK) paper form and sent home with the student. Hopefully this can serve as a guide in conversation for you, as well.
Our second Academic Check-In is Monday, September 29 - be sure to ask your student for their check-in paper when they get home.
Girls’ Soccer Update
Last Spring, the Powhatan County School Board approved the first-ever Powhatan Middle School Girls’ Soccer Team! The girls will play in the Spring, and we are underway developing a schedule of teams to play.
We are in need of a Girls’ Soccer Head Coach - please pass this application along to anyone interested and reach out to our Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky, for any questions.
Collecting Tabs for the Ronald McDonald House Charity
Save your tabs from cans! Led by a former staff member here at the middle school, the Powhatan Community collected about 600 pounds of tabs last year. We are going for even more this year! All schools are taking part and proceeds will support the Ronald McDonald Charity.
Silence Hurts
We work best as ONE TEAM in Powhatan. When problems or situations arise, solving them together is key.
Students are able to use our "Silence Hurts" form to report behavior of any kind. This form goes directly to all administrators and counselors, and students can use this form anonymously. Students are encouraged to use this form to help a friend in need or report a situation. The form is located on our PCPS websites. We encourage our students to be an upstander and help a friend in need - "if you see something, say something!"
PTO Fall Dance
Please see the attached flyer for the Fall Dance.
If you are interested in volunteering, please see the included Sign Up Genius:
Fall Dance Volunteer SignUpGenius
6th graders attending the dance should stay after school in our gymnasium.
This dance is for Powhatan Middle School students only.
Birthday Marquee
Celebrate your child’s birthday in style! You can create a memorable experience for your student with their name and a happy birthday message on our marquee. Even middle schoolers love this shout out!
The message will read: Happy (age) Birthday, (student’s first name)!!
Complete this form and submit payment through School Cash Online. Birthday Messages will go live 1 day prior to your student’s birthday and run until the following week (24/7).
Please submit Requests & Payments by the dates listed below
All November birthdays due by October 3
Health and PE Rotations:
These teachers will be in PE this week: Woodson, Bates, Fields.
These teachers will be in Health this week: Allanson, Henderson, Lazaro, Miles
Homecoming Flyer 2025.pdfFirewood Ministry_Community Flyer_2025.pdf2025 Powhatan Well Water Save the Date Flyer School VR.pdfSeptember 21
September 21
A few quick updates:
Our Academic Check Ins went home with all students on Monday - hopefully your student showed their progress and their plan. Reach out to the teacher, counselor, or administrator if you have any questions.
Our Fall Dance is scheduled for October 10! See the flyer below for more information! Volunteer sign ups will be coming out soon!
Thank you to all our volunteers for helping out at the Book Fair!
Transportation Information
Please see below for a update regarding our parent drop off and pick up procedures.
Please do not stop in the red areas marked at the main entrance of Powhatan Elementary School. This will give Powhatan Elementary School staff, and the community, access to their building during our drop off and pick up times.
Also, please remember to stay as far right as possible in their parking lot.
Hearing and Vision Screenings
Attention 7th grade parents, Student Health Services will be screening your student for vision and hearing needs on September 23rd and 24th. Please have your student wear/bring their glasses if applicable. You will be notified if further evaluation is recommended. Please reach out to our clinic staff if you have any questions.
High School Options
Powhatan Middle School will host an evening of “Non-traditional High School Options” with representatives from the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies, Appomattox Regional Governor’s School for the Arts and Technology, Code RVA High School, and the Powhatan High School/Reynolds Community College for Advanced College Academy Program on September 23, 2025.
If you are interested in learning more about these schools, then check out the flier for more information or come on out to the event.
Student Leadership
Are you interested in being a leader and being involved in positive culture here at PMS? Then consider joining Student Leadership where you will be a member of Mr. Morin & Mrs. Stephens's ACCT class to work on community involvement. If you would like to be considered, please complete the online Leadership Application by Monday September 22nd at 245. If you have any questions please send a message to either Mr. Matt Morin or Mrs. Lynn Stephens via Schoology. Thanks!
Solving Problems Together
We work best as ONE TEAM in Powhatan. When problems arise, solving them together is key. Please see the included infographic on where to start if you have a question or concern. If you have a question or concern about the school, please reach out directly to us and we will work together to come up with a solution.
Solving Problems Together chart (2) (1).pdf
September 14
September 14
A few quick updates:
Thank you for safely following our morning drop off procedures! When entering the parent pick up line in Powhatan Elementary's parking lot, please stay to the right as much as possible. This will allow PowES parents to still access the parking lot if needed. Also, please do not block any entrances to our school or Powhatan Elementary, so that school personnel can still access the lots.
Our Fall Dance is scheduled for October 10! See the flier below for more information!
Book Fair
We are excited to bring back a book fair to Powhatan Middle School! As we know, literacy is extremely important in all contents and our teachers are excited to bring the joy back to reading! Our Book Fair will be held at the PMS library from September 15 - 19. All students will be visiting the Book Fair during their English classes this week.
Check out this flyer with more information, including putting money into an “e-wallet” for your student.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Book Fair, please sign up here. We are in need of some volunteers to help with set up and helping during class visits.
Hearing and Vision Screenings
Attention 7th grade parents, Student Health Services will be screening your student for vision and hearing needs on September 23rd and 24th. Please have your student wear/bring their glasses if applicable. You will be notified if further evaluation is recommended. Please reach out to our clinic staff if you have any questions.
Academic Check-Ins
Part of middle school is teaching self-efficacy and showing students how to take responsibility for their learning. If we can reach this goal school-wide, students will thrive in high school!
This school year, our students will be working on an “Academic Check-In” during ACCT every other week. Students will be tasked with opening their Power School to check grades and any missing assignments, and then setting up a plan for the week and beyond. All this will happen with the guidance of their ACCT teacher, but we are attempting to build more student ownership in their learning.
Students will then answer three questions:
What teachers do I need to meet with this week and for what?
One goal I have for the next week is…
I will know I am successful if…
Academic check-ins will be done in (PINK) paper form and sent home with the student. Hopefully this can serve as a guide in conversation for you, as well.
Our first Academic Check-In is Monday, September 15 - be sure to ask your student for their check-in paper when they get home.
Girls’ Soccer Update
Last Spring, the Powhatan County School Board approved the first-ever Powhatan Middle School Girls’ Soccer Team! The girls will play in the Spring, and we are underway developing a schedule of teams to play.
We are in need of a Girls’ Soccer Head Coach - please pass this application along to anyone interested and reach out to our Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky, for any questions.
Lunch Buddies Mentoring Program Flier 24-25.pdfLunch Buddies Mentoring Program
The Lunch Buddies Mentoring Program has been in place in Powhatan County Public Schools for over 10 years. The goal of the program is to help foster strong relationships among our students and the positive adult role models in the community. Whether at any of our 3 elementary schools or our middle school, you would meet with a student once a week and ultimately act as another advocate for them. It can be anything from academic support to conversation, playing games, making crafts, and so much more. The program is planned to begin the first week of October and will last until mid-May, when SOL testing begins in our upper grade levels.
If you are interested in participating as a mentor for the Lunch Buddies Program, we would be happy to have you! Please reach out to lunchbuddies@powhatan.k12.va.us for any questions. If you are interested in applying, please use the QR code on the flyer to start the process or visit this page to apply. Feel free to share the flyer with others. We appreciate your support with our schools.
High School Options
Powhatan Middle School will host an evening of “Non-traditional High School Options” with representatives from the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies, Appomattox Regional Governor’s School for the Arts and Technology, Code RVA High School, and the Powhatan High School/Reynolds Community College for Advanced College Academy Program on September 23, 2025.
If you are interested in learning more about these schools, then check out the flier for more information or come on out to the event.
Student Leadership
Are you interested in being a leader and being involved in positive culture here at PMS? Then consider joining Student Leadership where you will be a member of Mr. Morin & Mrs. Stephens's ACCT class to work on community involvement. If you would like to be considered, please complete the online Leadership Application by Monday September 22nd at 245. If you have any questions please send a message to either Mr. Matt Morin or Mrs. Lynn Stephens via Schoology. Thanks!
Health and PE Rotations:
These teachers will be in Health this week: Woodson, Bates, Fields.
These teachers will be in PE this week: Allanson, Henderson, Lazaro, Miles
Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series
Powhatan County Public Schools Student Services Department welcomes you to our monthly Virtual Coffee Chats titled Powhatan Strong Family Connection Series. Each month, Student Services will present a different topic with strategies to support your students from home, policies and procedures at the division and school levels, and opportunities to ask questions of our Student Services Department members and guest panelists. If you missed last month's Attendance chat, you can click the link here to watch the video.
Our next session will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 10 AM. During this session, we will explore the topic of school safety. We will host our school safety administrators from each school and our School Resource Officer Supervisor, Sgt. Corbin Kelley, as guest panelists to answer your questions. To log in, scan the QR Code link below or visit bit.ly/PowhatanStrong25-26. We look forward to seeing you on the 18th!
Powhatan Strong Coffee chat (2) (1).pdfSeptember 7
September 7
A few quick updates:
When entering the parent pick up line in Powhatan Elementary's parking lot, please stay to the right as much as possible. This will allow PowES parents to still access the parking lot if needed. Also, please do not block any entrances to our school or Powhatan Elementary, so that school personnel can still access the lots.
This week is our Kick-Off Spirit Week! Be sure to check out the flyer for more information!
Students will be coming home with a School Emergency Information Guide brochure this week
Students going to the High School for Non-Season Sport conditioning must have a parent provide transportation
Rights & Responsibilities, Chromebook Agreement, Student Profile, and Student Health forms should be completed and turned in to your student's 1st block teacher.
Powhatan Middle Back to School Night
Back to School Night is Wednesday, September 10. We will start at 5:30 p.m. and should end about 7:00 p.m. Parents will be invited to walk their child’s schedule and classes will last for 8 minutes (see included schedule.)
Please make sure you know your student's 1st block class. We will have the schedule waiting for you in 1st period.
Due to the anticipated community support of this event, please anticipate parking delays. We ask for your patience and consideration of the following options: save gas and carpool with a friend or neighbor; park in the bus loop; use the parking lots in front of PMS; or use Powhatan Elementary’s parking lot.
Book Fair
We are excited to bring back a book fair to Powhatan Middle School! As we know, literacy is extremely important in all contents and our teachers are excited to bring the joy back to reading! Our Book Fair will be held at the PMS library from September 15 - 19. All students will be visiting the Book Fair during their English classes this week.
Check out this flyer with more information, including putting money into an “e-wallet” for your student.
September 11: A Day of Remembrance
September 11 is a pivotal day in our nation's history and we have several activities or events planned. A local scouts troop will be raising the freedom flag and we will be streaming this to all classes during ACCT time. All Social Studies classes have activities centered around September 11th, and we will have a few special announcements that day.
Back to School Top 10
According to research, here are the top 10 proven actions to ensure your student is ready to soar this year. Check out the article for more information.
Attendance Matters, Every Day
Partner with your Child’s Teacher and Set Learning Goals
Practice Math and Reading 20 minutes a day
Limit Screen Time
Build Healthy Sleep Habits
Start the Day with a Good Breakfast a Home or at School
Get Moving and Play
Talk with your Children about the Dangers of Drugs and Alcohol
Support your Child’s Mental Health
Talk with your Child - Anywhere you can.
Back to School Top Ten Lis.pdfLunch Buddies Mentoring Program Flier 24-25.pdfLunch Buddies Mentoring Program
The Lunch Buddies Mentoring Program has been in place in Powhatan County Public Schools for over 10 years. The goal of the program is to help foster strong relationships among our students and the positive adult role models in the community. Whether at any of our 3 elementary schools or our middle school, you would meet with a student once a week and ultimately act as another advocate for them. It can be anything from academic support to conversation, playing games, making crafts, and so much more. The program is planned to begin the first week of October and will last until mid-May, when SOL testing begins in our upper grade levels.
If you are interested in participating as a mentor for the Lunch Buddies Program, we would be happy to have you! Please reach out to lunchbuddies@powhatan.k12.va.us for any questions. If you are interested in applying, please use the QR code on the flyer to start the process or visit this page to apply. Feel free to share the flyer with others. We appreciate your support with our schools.
Securly Pass
This year, our school will begin using Securly Pass, a digital hall-pass system that replaces paper passes and helps us better manage student movement during the school day. With Securly Pass, students request passes on their school-issued devices, and teachers approve them quickly. Staff can see active passes in real time, helping us improve safety, reduce classroom disruptions, and keep accurate records—without tracking student locations. This system is used only during the school day to make our hall-pass process faster, safer, and more organized.
Birthday Marquee
Celebrate your child’s birthday in style! You can create a memorable experience for your student with their name and a happy birthday message on our marquee. Even middle schoolers love this shout out!
The message will read: Happy (age) Birthday, (student’s first name)!!
Complete this form and submit payment through School Cash Online. Birthday Messages will go live 1 day prior to your student’s birthday and run until the following week (24/7).
Please submit Requests & Payments by the dates listed below
All November birthdays due by October 3
Yearbook Update!
📸 Capture 25–26 Forever—Order Now!
The 2025–2026 Yearbook is now available only at Yearbook Order Center (School Code: 15200) https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/15200
📌Personalization options available
📌8th Grade Celebration Ads offered
📌Includes a free autograph booklet due to August distribution.
Your future self will thank you!
📚24/25 Yearbooks Are Here!
All yearbooks have been passed out. If your child has not received their yearbooks or if you would like to be on the waitlist, Please contact: pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us
The month of September is Suicide Awareness Month.
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Counselors will be going into the classroom using the Signs of Suicide Program, the entire program for 6th, and the refresher lessons for 7th and 8th. Please reach out to your grade level counselor if you have any questions.
SOS is an evidence-based youth suicide prevention program that teaches middle and high school students how to identify warning signs of suicide and depression.
Trusted by thousands of schools across the country, SOS can be delivered in a single class period and encourages students to ACT® (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) if they are worried about themselves or a friend.
Health and PE Rotations:
These teachers will be in PE this week: Woodson, Bates, Fields.
These teachers will be in Health this week: Allanson, Henderson, Lazaro, Miles
Upcoming Safety Drill: Lockdown Messaging
In accordance with Virginia Code §22.1-137.2, Powhatan Middle School will be conducting a lockdown drill this week, as part of the mandatory safety drills for the 2025-26 school year. Our teachers will be talking with the students regarding the purpose and procedures of this drill. During the drill, you will receive a practice lockdown message via SchoolMessenger (email and text). This is how a message would appear if this were an actual lockdown event. The purpose of this messaging is for parents and guardians to be familiar with community expectations during an actual event. Another communication will be sent via SchoolMessenger (email and text) to announce the conclusion of the drill.
August 31
August 31
A few quick updates:
The week September 2, we will just drop the all class days that we are missing.
Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays will stay All Class Days, Tuesdays will be Even Day, and Wednesdays will be an Odd Day. No school on Monday, September 1!
Please be sure to keep the case on your student's chromebook. The case will help protect the chromebook.
Book Fair
We are excited to bring back a book fair to Powhatan Middle School! As we know, literacy is extremely important in all contents and our teachers are excited to bring the joy back to reading! Our Book Fair will be held at the PMS library from September 15 - 19. All students will be visiting the Book Fair during their English classes this week.
Check out this flyer with more information, including putting money into an “e-wallet” for your student.
The month of September is Suicide Awareness Month.
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Counselors will be going into the classroom using the Signs of Suicide Program, the entire program for 6th, and the refresher lessons for 7th and 8th. Please reach out to your grade level counselor if you have any questions.
SOS is an evidence-based youth suicide prevention program that teaches middle and high school students how to identify warning signs of suicide and depression.
Trusted by thousands of schools across the country, SOS can be delivered in a single class period and encourages students to ACT® (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) if they are worried about themselves or a friend.
Health and PE Rotations:
These teachers will be in PE this week: Woodson, Bates, Fields.
These teachers will be in Health this week: Allanson, Henderson, Lazaro, Miles
Yearbook Update!
📸 Don’t Miss Out — Yearbooks on Sale Now!
The 2025–2026 Yearbook is now available only at Yearbook Order Center (School Code: 15200) https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/15200
📌Early Bird Special ends August 29
📌Personalization options available
📌8th Grade Celebration Ads offered
📌Includes a free autograph booklet due to August distribution.
Order now to lock in the lowest price and create a keepsake your student will treasure! Yearbooks are only available at Yearbook Order Center.
📚24/25 Yearbooks Are Here!
Yearbooks were distributed during Friday's ACCT. If your child did not receive the yearbook, but you purchased one, please email email pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us
📸Call for Summer Memories
Share your photos & stories with us for the potential to be featured in the Yearbook!
Did your middle schooler have a Summer full of Awesome moments or interesting stories? Did you take any photos to celebrate the first day of school? Send your photos, name of student and brief description for the potential to be featured in the 25/26 yearbook! Email to pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us.
August 24
August 24
A few quick updates:
The weeks of August 25 and September 2, we will just drop the all class days that we are missing.
Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays will stay All Class Days, Tuesdays will be Even Day, and Wednesdays will be an Odd Day. No changes to the overall schedule, just not having the day.
Please be sure to keep the case on your student's chromebook. The case will help protect the chromebook.
All students should have received a "Dream On" Powhatan Middle t-shirt this week. If your student did not receive one, or if you need to exchange sizes, please reach out to your student's HPE teacher.
Rights & Responsibilities, Chromebook Agreement, Student Profile, and Student Health forms should be completed and turned in to your student's 1st block teacher by August 28th
Powhatan Middle School Summer Reading 2025
Summer Reading Activities are due to your child's middle school English teacher by Thursday, August 28th. Students will be treated to an ice cream sundae on September 10th for completing their Summer Reading Activities. There's still time to complete the activities!
Cell Phone Free Learning Environment
As you know, the Powhatan School Board wants the schools to provide students with an optimal learning environment. As such, policy JFCM was established last year. This policy was updated this year and states two important points:
“From bell to bell, [middle school] students are restricted from using personal electronic devices, including but not limited to, cell phones, smartwatches, laptops, Bluetooth devices, cameras, electronic games, and E-Readers. Devices must be powered off and away (i.e., gym locker, bookbag, purse, out of sight).”
"Smart device" means any personal electronic device that can connect to the internet and wirelessly collect, process, and transmit data, including smartwatches and tablets.
The goal is to reduce distractions and promote a healthier, more engaging school experience for our students. If you need to contact your middle schooler, or if they need to contact you, we ask that you call the main office at (804) 362-2500.
Calling all cast and crew!
Interested in being part of the cast and crew for our winter play?! Be sure to attend auditions on Tuesday, August 26. See the flyer for more information!
Xmas Pageant audition flyer.pdfYearbook Update!
📸 Don’t Miss Out — Yearbooks on Sale Now!
The 2025–2026 Yearbook is now available only at Yearbook Order Center (School Code: 15200) https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/15200
📌Early Bird Special ends August 29
📌Personalization options available
📌8th Grade Celebration Ads offered
📌Includes a free autograph booklet due to August distribution.
Order now to lock in the lowest price and create a keepsake your student will treasure! Yearbooks are only available at Yearbook Order Center.
📚24/25 Yearbooks Are Here!
Yearbooks were distributed during Friday's ACCT. If your child did not receive the yearbook, but you purchased one, please email email pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us
📸Call for Summer Memories
Share your photos & stories with us for the potential to be featured in the Yearbook!
Did your middle schooler have a Summer full of Awesome moments or interesting stories? Did you take any photos to celebrate the first day of school? Send your photos, name of student and brief description for the potential to be featured in the 25/26 yearbook! Email to pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us.
Birthday Marquee
Celebrate your child’s birthday in style! You can create a memorable experience for your student with their name and a happy birthday message on our marquee. Even middle schoolers love this shout out!
The message will read: Happy (age) Birthday, (student’s first name)!!
Complete this form and submit payment through School Cash Online. Birthday Messages will go live 1 day prior to your student’s birthday and run until the following week (24/7).
Please submit Requests & Payments by the dates listed below
All September birthdays due by August 29
All October birthdays due by September 5
All November birthdays due by October 3
Upcoming Safety Drill: Lockdown Messaging
In accordance with Virginia Code §22.1-137.2, Powhatan Middle School will be conducting a lockdown drill this week, as part of the mandatory safety drills for the 2025-26 school year. Our teachers will be talking with the students regarding the purpose and procedures of this drill. During the drill, you will receive a practice lockdown message via SchoolMessenger (email and text). This is how a message would appear if this were an actual lockdown event. The purpose of this messaging is for parents and guardians to be familiar with community expectations during an actual event. Another communication will be sent via SchoolMessenger (email and text) to announce the conclusion of the drill.
Health and PE Rotations:
These teachers will be in Health this week: Woodson, Bates, Fields.
These teachers will be in PE this week: Allanson, Henderson, Lazaro, Miles
August 17
August 17
Our theme for the 2025-2026 school year is "Dream On." Last year, we were "One Team, One Dream," and this year our focus is to challenge and inspire students to turn their dreams into reality!
We are also fans of the Aerosmith song! After researching their lyrics, we are even more inspired to find that "Dream On" is a motivational anthem that encourages listeners (students) to pursue their ambitions with passion, resilience, and a sense of urgency. That is our focus this year, igniting passion to turn dreams on.
Students will also get a t-shirt during the first week of school with this design.
First Day of School
The first day of school is Monday, August 18. We are looking forward to meeting our tribe!
As a reminder, the first day of school is just for 6th grade students. 7th and 8th grade students will begin school on Tuesday, August 19.
The First Week of School we will run the following schedules:
Monday, August 18 - 6th Grade First Day
Tuesday, August 19 - All Class Day
Wednesday, August 20 - Odd Day
Thursday, August 21 - Even Day
Friday, August 22 - All Class Day
Friday will be a Powhatan Spirit Day! Wear all your best Powhatan gear!
Fees
All fees are paid online through SchoolCash Online. All fees will be loaded in SchoolCash Online specifically based on your student’s class schedule by the orientation date. You can access SchoolCash Online through our website as well as https://powhatan.schoolcashonline.com. If you have any questions or need help, please reach out to our bookkeeper, Mrs. Keaton at jessie.keaton@powhatan.k12.va.us.
Chromebooks
A $25.00 chromebook fee, as well as, a signed chromebook agreement form are required for students to be issued a chromebook. Students will be issued a chromebook during the first week(s) of school. Students should bring their charged chromebook to school each day, and charges should stay at home. Please note, personal laptops are not allowed to be used at school. Only the PCPS issued chromebook can be used.
Supply List
Here is our Powhatan Middle School Supply List. Please note that these are general supplies, and some classes may have class-specific supplies.
Transportation Information
After much deliberation and thought with our Transportation and Facilities Departments, our car rider procedure will remain the same for the 2025-2026 school year.
All cars for drop off & pick up must enter at Powhatan Elementary
You can use our main entrance between 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Drop off starts at 7:20 a.m. and pick up starts at 2:25 p.m.
Need more bus route information?
Follow the instructions here to download our bus route app, Traversa.
More questions? Contact me or our transportation office (transoffice@powhatan.k12.va.us)
If you made it to Open House, you may have noticed a new “Literacy Leaders” display in the front entryway. We are excited to be kicking off a literacy campaign designed to get students excited about reading and writing! Each month we will offer schoolwide reading challenges for both students and teachers. Grade levels will compete to see who can score the most points for participating. At the end of the year, the grade level with the most points will be crowned the Literacy Leaders! We hope you will encourage your student to find a book they can enjoy. Maybe you would even like to read along with them! We all know that reading and writing are fundamental life skills that can lead to a more successful future. Our goal is to help our students build their literacy competency by recognizing the value of reading and maybe even learning to love it along the way!
Cell Phone Free Learning Environment
As you know, the Powhatan School Board wants the schools to provide students with an optimal learning environment. As such, policy JFCM was established last year. This policy was updated this year and states two important points:
“From bell to bell, [middle school] students are restricted from using personal electronic devices, including but not limited to, cell phones, smartwatches, laptops, Bluetooth devices, cameras, electronic games, and E-Readers. Devices must be powered off and away (i.e., gym locker, bookbag, purse, out of sight).”
"Smart device" means any personal electronic device that can connect to the internet and wirelessly collect, process, and transmit data, including smartwatches and tablets.
The goal is to reduce distractions and promote a healthier, more engaging school experience for our students. If you need to contact your middle schooler, or if they need to contact you, we ask that you call the main office at (804) 362-2500.
Student Learning
As we launch into a new school, we wanted to make sure that our community is aware of the courses that require end of course state SOL assessments. As we transition from year to year, different grade levels require different state assessments.
The following classes have a state SOL assessment:
Math 6, Math 7, Math 8, Integrated Math 1, Integrated Math 2, Algebra
English 6, English 7, English 8
Integrated Science 2, Physical Science 8, Earth Science
Integrated History 2, Civics & Economics, World History 1
All of our SOL tests are still in the Spring, typically in May. As you are reviewing your child’s schedule, please make sure you are aware of these upcoming assessments.
Furthermore, promotion from grade-to-grade looks different as students progress from elementary to middle school. Please make sure to review the PCPS Promotion and Retention Policy IKEC for more information.
Yearbook Update!
📸 Don’t Miss Out — Yearbooks on Sale Now!
The 2025–2026 Yearbook is now available only at Yearbook Order Center (School Code: 15200) https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/15200
📌Early Bird Special ends August 29
📌Personalization options available
📌8th Grade Celebration Ads offered
📌Includes a free autograph booklet due to August distribution.
Order now to lock in the lowest price and create a keepsake your student will treasure!
📚24/25 Yearbooks Are Here!
Any yearbooks not picked up during Open House will be distributed to students within the first two weeks of school. For Questions, email pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us
📸Call for Summer Memories
Did your middle schooler have a Summer full of Awesome moments or interesting stories? Send your photos, name of student and brief description for the potential to be featured in the 25/26 yearbook! Email to pmsyearbook@powhatan.k12.va.us.
Securly Pass
This year, our school will begin using Securly Pass, a digital hall-pass system that replaces paper passes and helps us better manage student movement during the school day. With Securly Pass, students request passes on their school-issued devices, and teachers approve them quickly. Staff can see active passes in real time, helping us improve safety, reduce classroom disruptions, and keep accurate records—without tracking student locations. This system is used only during the school day to make our hall-pass process faster, safer, and more organized.
Fall Sports and Activities
Powhatan Middle School offers a wide variety of sports and activities in the Fall, including golf, volleyball, soccer, cross country, and ACE “Quiz Bowl.” Click on the Fall Sports Information Flyer for tryouts information. If you have any further questions, please contact PMS Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky at bill.wasosky@powhatan.k12.va.us.
We are also excited to offer Girls' Soccer this Spring for the first time ever! Stay tuned for more information!
August 10
August 10
Meet Your Front Office and Counseling Staff
We are excited to start the 2025-2026 school year with our Powhatan Community. We have a wealth of support to offer each student and family, and please reach out if you have any questions or concerns throughout the year.
Be sure to check out our Front Office and Counseling Staff to get to know them in case you need to reach out. One of our Assistant Principals, Mr. Kevin Socha, now works within another school division. We are thankful for his service and dedication to Powhatan Middle. Check out the link to meet the new AP!
Open House
Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Last Names A-K
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Last Names L-Z
UPDATE: Our fabulous PTO has booked two food trucks, Monster Taco and Chick-fil-a, to be at our Open House event. The food trucks will be parked out front. Please take your tour and then get your food on the way home!
Logistics:
Report to the gym for packet pick-up (schedule, forms, and information)!
Take a self-tour around the building and meet our dream team of teachers!
Meet our caring counselors, our terrific transportation team, our charismatic cafe manager, and our positive PTO!
Pick-up 2024-2025 yearbooks
If you are unable to attend Open House, please feel free to stop by PMS on Thursday or Friday of this week to pick up your child’s packet and schedule.
Please note that this is information to get you started and there will be more coming soon!
First Day of School
The first day of school is Monday, August 18. We are looking forward to meeting our tribe!
As a reminder, the first day of school is just for 6th grade students. 7th and 8th grade students will begin school on Tuesday, August 19. Tuesday will also be the 2nd day of school for 6th graders.
Be sure to read the July 31 update below for more information regarding Chromebooks, Fees, school start times, and the supply list.
How to volunteer here at Powhatan Middle?
Thank you to all our parents and guardians for everything you do to support our students here at Powhatan Middle. Looking to volunteer? See below for some ways to get involved. You can sign up for these volunteer opportunities at our Open House Night.
Parent Teacher Organization
Love planning events for people? Our PTO is looking for more volunteers to plan appreciation events. Follow or message our PTO on Facebook for more information.
Parent Positivity Patrol
Want to help out in our hallways and the cafeteria? See the inside of the school and keep an eye on your kid?
Watch DOGS
Calling all Dads of Great Students! We are ramping up our Watch DOGS program this year.
Lunch Buddies
If you are interested in participating as a mentor for the Lunch Buddies Program, we would be happy to have you! Please reach out to lunchbuddies@powhatan.k12.va.us for any questions.
Powhatan Middle School Summer Reading 2025
This summer, we would like you to take time and read a book that you enjoy that goes along with this year’s theme, Color Our World (anything that celebrates creativity or shows the power of how stories bring life and meaning to our world)! You can find a book at the local library, the book store, or check in with your classroom teacher. Once you read your book of 100 pages or more, please choose one of the activities below to complete and return to your English teacher when you return to school in August.
Transportation Information
After much deliberation and thought with our Transportation and Facilities Departments, our car rider procedure will remain the same for the 2025-2026 school year.
All cars for drop off & pick up must enter at Powhatan Elementary
You can use our main entrance between 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Drop off starts at 7:20 a.m. and pick up starts at 2:25 p.m.
Need more bus route information?
Follow the instructions here to download our bus route app, Traversa.
More questions? Contact me or our transportation office (transoffice@powhatan.k12.va.us)
Fall Sports and Activities
Powhatan Middle School offers a wide variety of sports and activities in the Fall, including golf, volleyball, soccer, cross country, and ACE “Quiz Bowl.” Click on the Fall Sports Information Flyer for tryouts information. If you have any further questions, please contact PMS Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky at bill.wasosky@powhatan.k12.va.us.
We are also excited to offer Girls' Soccer this Spring for the first time ever! Stay tuned for more information!
Building Maintenance Updates
In accordance with EPA regulations, Powhatan County Public schools has an Asbestos Management Plan in place. A copy of the plan is available for your review in the office of each school building. Asbestos information will be made available annually for Powhatan Middle School. (click here) Information about asbestos inspections, response actions and post-response action activities, including periodic re-inspection and surveillance activities that are planned or in progress will be posted on the website and available in the main office. If there are any questions you may contact Mr. Tom Sulzer, Assistant Director of Facilities, at 804-598-5700.
Asbestos Nofication Ltr - July 2025.pdfJuly 31
July 31
Meet Your Front Office and Counseling Staff
We are excited to start the 2025-2026 school year with our Powhatan Community. We have a wealth of support to offer each student and family, and please reach out if you have any questions or concerns throughout the year.
Be sure to check out our Front Office and Counseling Staff to get to know them in case you need to reach out. One of our Assistant Principals, Mr. Kevin Socha, now works within another school division. We are thankful for his service and dedication to Powhatan Middle. Check out the link to meet the new AP!
Open House
Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Last Names A-K
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Last Names L-Z
Logistics:
Report to the gym for packet pick-up (schedule, forms, and information)!
Take a self-tour around the building and meet our dream team of teachers!
Meet our caring counselors, our terrific transportation team, our charismatic cafe manager, and our positive PTO!
Pick-up 2024-2025 yearbooks
If you are unable to attend Open House, please email Colin Innes at colin.innes@powhatan.k12.va.us for alternative arrangements.
Please note that this is information to get you started and there will be more coming soon!
First Day of School
The first day of school is Monday, August 18. We are looking forward to meeting our tribe!
As a reminder, the first day of school is just for 6th grade students. 7th and 8th grade students will begin school on Tuesday, August 19.
School Start Times - 2025-2026 School Year
As you may have heard, the school day is going to be extended by 10 minutes next school year. The school hours for Powhatan Middle School will be the following:
Drop Off Begins: 7:20 a.m.
School Starts: 7:35 a.m.
Dismissal: 2:25 p.m.
Weekly Schedules
We have two types of schedules - All Class Days (where we see all 7 classes) and Block (Even/Odd days).
Our weekly schedule will remain the same for this year.
Monday - All Class Day
Tuesday - Even Day
Wednesday - Odd Day
Thursday - All Class Day
Friday - All Class Day
Fees
All fees are paid online through SchoolCash Online. All fees will be loaded in SchoolCash Online specifically based on your student’s class schedule by the orientation date. You can access SchoolCash Online through our website as well as https://powhatan.schoolcashonline.com. If you have any questions or need help, please reach out to our bookkeeper, Mrs. Hockday at michelle.hockaday@powhatan.k12.va.us.
Chromebooks
A $25.00 chromebook fee, as well as, a signed chromebook agreement form are required for students to be issued a chromebook. Students will be issued a chromebook during the first week(s) of school. Students should bring their charged chromebook to school each day, and charges should stay at home. Please note, personal laptops are not allowed to be used at school. Only the PCPS issued chromebook can be used.
Supply List
Here is our Powhatan Middle School Supply List. Please note that these are general supplies, and some classes may have class-specific supplies.
Powhatan Middle School Summer Reading 2025
This summer, we would like you to take time and read a book that you enjoy that goes along with this year’s theme, Color Our World (anything that celebrates creativity or shows the power of how stories bring life and meaning to our world)! You can find a book at the local library, the book store, or check in with your classroom teacher. Once you read your book of 100 pages or more, please choose one of the activities below to complete and return to your English teacher when you return to school in August.
Transportation Information
After much deliberation and thought with our Transportation and Facilities Departments, our car rider procedure will remain the same for the 2025-2026 school year.
All cars for drop off & pick up must enter at Powhatan Elementary
You can use our main entrance between 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Drop off starts at 7:20 a.m. and pick up starts at 2:25 p.m.
Need more bus route information?
Follow the instructions here to download our bus route app, Traversa.
More questions? Contact me or our transportation office (transoffice@powhatan.k12.va.us)
Birthday Marquee
Celebrate your child’s birthday in style! You can create a memorable experience for your student with their name and a happy birthday message on our marquee. Even middle schoolers love this shout out!
The message will read: Happy (age) Birthday, (student’s first name)!!
Complete this form and submit payment through School Cash Online.
Birthday Messages will go live 1 day prior to your student’s birthday and run until the following week (24/7).
Please submit Requests & Payments by the dates listed below
August 25-31 birthdays due by August 22
All September birthdays due by August 29
All October birthdays due by September 5
All November birthdays due by October 3
All December birthdays due by November 7
All January birthdays due by December 5
All February birthdays due by January 9
All March birthdays due by February 6
All April birthdays due by March 6
All May birthdays due by April 10
All June, July & August birthdays due by May 8
Fall Sports and Activities
Powhatan Middle School offers a wide variety of sports and activities in the Fall, including golf, volleyball, soccer, cross country, and ACE “Quiz Bowl.” Click on the Fall Sports Information Flyer for tryouts information. If you have any further questions, please contact PMS Athletic Director, Bill Wasosky at bill.wasosky@powhatan.k12.va.us.
We are also excited to offer Girls' Soccer this Spring for the first time ever! Stay tuned for more information!
JV Field Hockey
JV Field Hockey Tryouts will be held at Powhatan High School for all rising 8th graders interested in playing field hockey. Tryouts will start on August 5th (Tuesday) from 5:00-7:30 pm. No prior experience is required. Soccer and lacrosse players transition very well to this sport. We are also looking for goalkeepers. Players will need to have a physical dated after May 1, 2025, in order to try out. We are currently holding summer conditioning. To find out more information about conditioning or the program, please contact Coach Stephanie Tyson (Stephanie.Tyson@powhatan.k12.va.us) or Coach Caryn Rehme (Caryn.Rehme@powhatan.k12.va.us). The varsity program was back-to-back regional champions with two visits to the state semi-finals.
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