Looking for a quick way to access each grade level's supply lists? Click here to view supply lists on the Pocahontas website.

Don't forget to submit your family picture. Review the ParentSquare message from Sunday, July 27th for details and the submission form.

Student Information, Fees, and Forms

Schedules and Transportation Information

Official class schedules should be available to students/families in PowerSchool Parent Portal after 9:30 AM on Thursday, August 8th.
Transportation information should be viewable in PowerSchool Parent Portal by 9:30 AM on Monday, August 11th.

Fees and Forms

HCPS will continue to utilize online systems to complete school forms, including the Code of Conduct and Laptop/Charger Agreement. Forms are available now in PowerSchool Parent Portal. Please take a moment to log into the Parent Portal to complete the required forms.
- Directions for accessing PowerSchool Parent Portal and/or creating an account are linked here.
Looking to pay school fees? Head to our Online School Payment (OSP) website. When you log in, you can access both required fees (based on a student's schedule) and optional fees (yearbook, etc).
Families can access their student's lunch account through MySchoolBucks. If you need assistance with your account, please visit our HCPS School Nutrition Website.

Vaccination Information

Reminder - All 7th graders are required to have the TDap and Meningococcal vaccine. Families who have not submitted documentation have been contacted by our nurse and via ParentSquare.
If you are looking for places to provide the vaccinations, please visit the Virginia Health Department website.
- HCPS also has FREE clinics happening in August! You may sign up for one of four HCPS locations. All clinics are open from 9 AM to noon.
  - Aug. 6: Fairfield Middle School, 5121 Nine Mile Road. Register at www.hcps.info/FMSclinic2025.
  - Aug. 7: Elko Middle School, 9501 Elko Road. Register at www.hcps.info/EMSclinic2025.
  - Aug. 12: Quioccasin Middle School, 9400 Quioccasin Road. Register at https://hcps.info/QMSclinic2025.
  - Aug. 13: Henrico High School, 302 Azalea Ave. Register at https://hcps.info/HHSclinic2025

Upcoming Events

Hawk Hill Camp

Our Pocahontas 6th Grade Orientation is scheduled for August 14th from 9 AM - 12 PM.
6th-grade families will receive reminders and details via ParentSquare
The PTA will have spirit wear on sale. If interested in purchasing, please bring electronic payment.

Open House/Family Day

We welcome families to our Open House/Family Day on August, 14th (from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM). This is an opportunity for students/families to pick up a hard copy of their schedule, walk the building, meet staff, and get questions answered! You are welcome to join us anytime within the window!
We will host a brief kick-off meeting from 4:00-4:30 PM and 5:00-5:30 PM in the auditorium.
The PTA will have spirit wear on sale. If interested in purchasing, please bring electronic payment.
6th-grade students who participated in Hawk Hill Camp do not need to attend, as the events will mirror one another.

Fall sport tryouts

Fall sports tryouts will take place on Monday, August 25th.
If you are looking for specific information about any of our sports programs, please peruse our Pocahontas Athletics Website.
On the site, each sport has a tab with information specific to that program
It is imperative that students interested in participating in sports complete the five required physical forms. All forms are linked on our Pocahontas Athletics Website.
- Completed forms should be returned to Pocahontas Middle School c/o Felicia Schooley (Athletic Director)
- Students cannot participate in any athletic activities, including tryouts, if their physical forms are not on file at Pocahontas.

HCPS and Pocahontas Policies and Protocols

Building Hours

Our main office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Instructional hours for students are 8:35 - 3:15 PM
The building opens for students at 8:05 AM

Cell Phone and Electronic Devices Information

For both instructional and safety purposes, students may not have cell phones and electronic devices (headphones, games, etc) out during the school day. Students must store their devices in their backpacks or in a locked storage container that is available in each classroom.
If a student needs to leave class to visit the restroom, clinic, school counseling office, etc., their cell phone must remain in the classroom.
If a student fails to follow these guidelines, the following steps will be taken in alignment with the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct.

Smart Student ID Cards

.During the 2025- 2026 school year, students will use their ID cards to:
- Sign on and/or off the bus to and from school
- Check out a book or other materials from the library
- Purchase lunch or snacks in the cafeteria
- Sign-in and out of school, when arriving late or leaving early
- Access specific technology services
When students return to school Aug. 18, they’ll receive their student ID cards along with an HCPS-issued breakaway lanyard and protective sleeve.
As outlined in the 2025–26 Code of Student Conduct, students are expected to wear their Smart Student ID
daily in a visible location, and parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring proper use and replacement of the cards.

Main Office Reminders

To allow our staff to prepare for dismissal and the close of the school day, early dismissals will end at 2:50 PM.
- If a student needs to leave school earlier than our 3:15 dismissal, they MUST be signed out BEFORE 2:50 PM.

Dress Code Reminders

As you prepare for your student to return to school, just a few dress code reminders. The entire dress code can be found in the Code of Conduct
- Shorts/skirts/dresses must reach the tip of the thumb when hands are placed at the sides
- Clothing that is see-through, reveals the midriff, or resembles undergarments, is not permitted
- Pajamas and/or slippers should not be worn to school

Change to our Bell Schedule - Hawk Huddle

After reviewing feedback from students, staff, and families, we have altered our bell schedule to allow for students to participate in our Hawk Huddle. During Hawk Huddle, students will get fresh air outside, socialize with peers, and participate in physical activity - all of which are proven means to increase socio-emotional wellness.
Each grade level will have a scheduled 15-minute huddle directly after lunch. Teachers and staff will supervise the students on our bus loop/outdoor basketball courts. The HCPS Code of Conduct is in effect at all times, and we will routinely teach and remind students of behavior expectations. Huddle will not occur on days our schedule is altered (half-days, pep rallies, delays, etc.) or when weather conditions are not conducive to having students outside.

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