October 14, 2021 - Vol. 4, No. 17
 Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates Potomac Shores Middle School
PWCS commemorated the opening of Potomac Shores Middle School, the Division's 17th middle school, on Thursday, October 7, 2021, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by students, staff, School Board members, and other elected officials.
This ad supports SPARK, the Education Foundation for PWCS.
Virginia Council on Economic Education names Library Media Supervisor Schenell Agee the 2021 Virginia Outstanding Economic Educator of the Year
Congratulations to Schenell Agee, library media supervisor, for her commitment to equitable access to high-quality materials for student learning and literacy as well as for her efforts in advancing economics and personal finance education through reading. Read more.
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Bull Run Middle School celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a family event, book talks, student presentations, and more!
A month-long celebration of Hispanic heritage at Bull Run Middle School culminated in a family event that showcased student projects focused on researching and appreciating Hispanic culture. The event also featured Hispanic music, art, dance, and food.
“I’m very proud of the work that our teachers have done to really engage students in this process and really focus on the accomplishments of Hispanic people within our country and also within our local community,” said Matthew Phythian, principal of Bull Run Middle.
John D. Jenkins Elementary School students explore Hispanic literature, learn about accepting differences
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, books written by Hispanic authors and featuring Hispanic culture were highlighted during library encore lessons at Jenkins Elementary School. Read more.
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Announcements
 COVID-19 vaccination clinics are available in Prince William County
Community Vaccination Center (CVC)
The CVC is offering first, second, third, and booster doses for the Pfizer BioNtech vaccine. Moderna and Johnson & Johnson will also be offered. Vaccines are free. Both appointments and walk-ins are available.
It is open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the former Gander Mountain store, 14011 Worth Avenue, Woodbridge, VA 22192.
Learn more or book an appointment.
Manassas Mall Clinic
The Manassas Mall site is offering first, second, third, and booster doses for the Pfizer BioNtech vaccine. Moderna and Johnson & Johnson will also be offered on various days. Vaccines are free.
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Monday from noon to 4 p.m.
- Walk-ins accepted, and Pfizer and Moderna offered.
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Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed 2:30-3 p.m.)
- Walk-ins accepted from 1-2:30 p.m., and Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson offered.
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Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed 12:30-1 p.m.)
- Walk-ins accepted from 1-2:30 p.m., and Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson offered.
*Education staff (e.g., teachers, support staff, daycare workers) are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine booster shot, if they received a second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine at least six months ago. Learn more from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The School Board will hold a public meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 20.
 Over 29 countries are represented in PWCS classrooms, thanks to Participate Learning, a program that helps international educators find teaching opportunities in the United States. As cultural ambassadors, these teachers share their knowledge with students while experiencing a new country themselves. The School Division currently hosts 113 teachers through Participate Learning.
 It's Custodial Services Employees Appreciation Week! Maria Perez is the custodial manager at Patriot High School and has been a PWCS employee for nearly 30 years! She strives to be an example to her team and to provide a good, clean environment for our students. Check out the video to see a day in the life of one of our valued, hardworking custodial employees.
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