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Teachers and residents urge Powhatan supervisors not to cut extracurriculars amid school budget gap
Summary
Dozens of teachers, students and residents told the board during public comment that cutting sports, arts and extracurriculars would harm enrollment, student well‑being and teacher retention, and urged supervisors to prioritize school funding during the FY27 budget process.
Multiple teachers, students and residents used the Feb. 23 public‑comment period to urge the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors to protect school funding and extracurricular programs as the county moves into budget season.
Courtney Jarman, a Powhatan County Public Schools employee, described the modern teacher’s workday and called teachers "saints," saying many work 50–60 hours a week and asked the board to approve a budget that supports staff. "Please, approve a budget that supports this," Jarman said.
Althea Hudson, a resident and teacher, and Britney Torpy, a Powhatan High School English teacher, echoed that plea and…
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