September 23, 2021 - Vol. 4, No. 14
 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in PWCS
Hispanic Heritage Month is observed September 15 - October 15, and schools across the division are celebrating the contributions and impact Hispanic Americans have had on the country.
Melonie Yielding and Michelle Stephenson, librarians at Fred M. Lynn Middle school, worked together to curate a collection of books by and about Hispanic countries, cultures, and people.
“Students need to see themselves in the books they read,” shared Yielding. “They also need to see what other people’s lives are like.” Students are enjoying the collection, which Yielding and Stephenson continue to update and add to as new books come in.
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U.S. Department of Education names Porter Traditional School a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School
Congratulations to Porter Traditional School for being named a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School (NBRS). Read more.
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Freedom and Patriot High School Students present at NOAA Conference
Ashley Munoz-Trujillo and Stephanie Ruiz Molina, both senior students at Freedom High School, and Elizabeth Short, a senior student at Patriot High School, presented at a virtual conference sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Read more.
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ITCs versus TSSPECs - What's in a name?
Among the vital members of our PWCS technology teams are Instructional Technology Coaches (ITCs) and Technology Support Specialists (TSSPECs). Learn about the different roles of ITCs and TSSPECs, who are often confused for one another.
Gar-Field High School’s Karis Hicks recognized as Outstanding New Teacher of the Year
The Virginia Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (VATFACS) has selected Karis Hicks, family and consumer sciences (FACS) teacher at Gar-Field High School, as its Outstanding New Teacher of the Year for 2021. Read more.
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Educator Jessica Doiron of Freedom High School selected for Society for Science opportunity
Dr. Jessica Doiron, Freedom High School’s coordinator for the Center for Environmental and Natural Sciences specialty program, was selected by the Society for Science to serve as an advocate for underrepresented students. Read more.
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National Suicide Prevention Month
Week 4 — #BeThe1To Help Them Connect
Connection to family, individuals, and community and school organizations is a protective measure for preventing suicide. Connectedness refers to a sense of being supported and belonging. To learn more about how to help young people feel connected, visit the PWCS Suicide Prevention Month page.
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Potomac High School, Saunders Middle School share examples of helping students get connected
School connectedness has not only shown to have positive effects on academic achievement, but it also gives students the belief that adults and peers in the school care about them. School-led clubs or organizations are a great way for families and schools to partner to increase a student's connection to their school. School activities create a positive place for students to build relationships, support other peers, and connect with school staff.
Announcements
 Support Staff Job Opportunities - Come work for PWCS!
Saturday, October 9, 2021
9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The Kelly Leadership Center
Job openings include school bus drivers, substitute teachers and substitute teacher assistants, substitute custodians, substitute bus attendants, food service associates, and aquatics center lifeguards and instructors. Those interested will be able to test drive a school bus from 9-11 a.m.
Register for the Support Staff Job Fair
Apply for a position
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Monday, September 27
6-8 p.m.
Woodbridge High School
Tuesday, October 19
6-8 p.m.
Charles J. Colgan High School
More information
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PWCS is Virginia’s top fundraiser in the Kid’s Heart Challenge
 PWCS has been the top fundraiser in Virginia for the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Kid’s Heart Challenge for the past five consecutive years. Read more.
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