PWCS announces 2021-22 Learning Plan
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Steve Walts presented the 2021-22 Learning Plan to the School Board on Wednesday, May 5. The reopening plan provides for five days a week of full-time, in-person instruction for all students in all grade levels. Students at all grade levels will have the option to remain virtual.
All students will be considered in-person unless their parent/guardian opts-in to virtual learning. The selection for 100 percent virtual can be made in ParentVUE between May 24-28. In order to ensure proper budgeting, staffing and scheduling, it is important for schools to have information on fall attendance by May 28. Note: Plans are subject to change.
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Celebrating our PWCS educators for Teacher Appreciation Week
During Teacher Appreciation Week, PWCS would like to thank all our teachers for their unwavering dedication to educating our students during the toughest of circumstances. They have reinvented teaching strategies and stepped up to ensure that students and families remain connected. Thank you to all PWCS teachers who are making a difference in our students’ lives each day.
Showing appreciation — A poem for teachers
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Graham Park Middle School and Tyler Elementary School students teamed up to show their appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our teachers. Reciting a poem by Joanna Fuchs, two Graham Park Middle students conveyed their deepest thanks to the heroes of PWCS – our teachers. Featured also are Tyler Elementary students with signs of appreciation for all teachers do. Watch Video. |
The force is strong for Teacher Appreciation Week at Cedar Point Elementary School
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For Teacher Appreciation Week, Cedar Point Elementary School went all out with full force in “Star Wars” fashion. Read more. |
Brentsville District High School turf program earns Fields of Excellence Awards
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2020 was a great year for the Brentsville District High School turf program which received not one, but three Fields of Excellence Awards from Pioneer Athletics. Read more. |
Unity Reed High School senior volunteers to help teacher engage physical education students
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Lawrence (Randy) Muster, a physical education teacher at Unity Reed High School, and student volunteer, Ronald Villatoros Ortiz, showed ingenuity and determination in meeting the dual needs encountered in physical education classes. Read more. |
Neabsco Elementary School fifth-grade students meet meteorologist Alex Liggitt
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Fifth-grade students at Neabsco Elementary School became meteorologists for a day when they virtually met Alex Liggitt, a meteorologist from ABC7 - WJLA. Read more. |
Woodbridge High School students celebrate virtual Multicultural Week
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The Student Activities Leadership Council at Woodbridge High School ensured that one beloved tradition was not lost this school year, Multicultural Week. Read more. |
PWCS students create mobile web application for physicians
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The challenges of the pandemic inspired Tony Bright, Arman Lateef, and Gabriel Ralston, all sophomores at Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School, to create a mobile resource to diagnose and treat pediatric neurocritical care patients. Read more.
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C.D. Hylton High School international conference examines ways to broaden global awareness and international perspectives
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A conference through the C.D. Hylton High School Center for International Studies and Languages drew students, parents, and community members together with the goal of increasing global awareness and sharing international perspectives. Read more. |
2021 Virtual All-County Arts Festival showcases select student artwork
PWCS is delighted to showcase student artwork selected for inclusion in the 2021 Virtual All-County Arts Festival, which is on display in a fun and interactive for all to enjoy. This year's exhibit is organized by level: elementary, middle, and high. Each level exhibit features links to school exhibits. You are encouraged to explore the exhibits to view a wide array of artwork from students in kindergarten through grade 12.
The exhibit will remain open throughout the summer.
Spotlight on Mental Health Awareness Month: Teaching Children Coping Strategies with the Use of Apps
Parents as Partners in Special Education: Building Bridges Between Home, School, and Community
Upcoming Sessions:
Your Voice Matters: Parent's View Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Is Your Child A Target Of Bullying? Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Visit the Parents as Partners webpage to view descriptions for all May sessions, access registration links, and to request accommodations for each session.
Safe Schools Advisory Council highlights webinar on social media, internet safety in annual report to School Board
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At the May 5 School Board Meeting, representatives from the Safe Schools Advisory Council presented the annual report highlighting the Council’s areas of focus and the recent virtual parent information webinar on social media and internet safety. Read more.
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PWCS retirees will be celebrated in a prerecorded virtual ceremony on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at 7 p.m.
Learn how the PWCS Ombudsman provides workplace conflict resolution services to parents during two virtual sessions on May 24 and May 27
Check out events and activities for the month of May, many offered through the Prince William County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism
NOTE: We are at the midpoint of the final marking period for this school year. Parents/guardians are encouraged to check their students' progress in ParentVUE. If there are any concerns, please reach out to your child’s teachers.
Spotlight on Wellness - Tyler Elementary School
Tyler Elementary School's wellness initiative focuses on mental health and emotional and social well-being. Molly Moomau, Tyler Elementary school counselor, uses her "Emotions Explained" segment on the morning announcements to teach students the science behind emotions and equip them to cope with various emotions and feelings.
It's School Nutrition Employee Recognition Week! From grocery kits to school breakfast and lunch, the PWCS Food and Nutrition Services team has continued to serve the PWCS community with smiles under their masks! We thank this incredible team of dedicated employees for all they do for the students and families of PWCS.
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