January 27, 2022 - Vol. 4, No. 28
Superintendent Dr. LaTanya D. McDade challenges students, staff, and families to be kind to their hearts and others
February is American Heart Month. Join Superintendent Dr. LaTanya D. McDade in the American Heart Association’s Heart Challenge. Schools will be rewarded with new physical education equipment for reaching fundraising goals and students will learn healthy and active habits while giving back to others in need.
This ad supports SPARK, the Education Foundation for PWCS.
Good News
Unique outdoor field enhances sports opportunities at Hampton Middle School
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C.J. Sapong, a former PWCS student and a current major league soccer player, helped secure the funding for a new futsal court at Hampton Middle School. Read more. |
Out of this world — Piney Branch Elementary School students use performance-based learning to study solar system
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Fourth grade students demonstrated the distance between planets and the sun using toilet paper squares as the unit of measurement and the school’s fence as a metaphor for the sun. Read more. |
Potomac High School receives The College Board's AP Computer Science A Female Diversity award
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Congratulations to Potomac High School for being one of 199 schools to receive the 2021 AP Computer Science A Female Diversity award. Read more. |
Pen pal project connects second grade students at Loch Lomond and Occoquan Elementary Schools
Started by second grade teachers Bridgett Brookbank and Betty Lemen, the pen pal project offers a unique way for students to strengthen their writing skills and build vocabulary. Read more.
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Having a ball — Cosmic bowling lights up students' worlds at Marshall Elementary School
 With colorful decorations and bright lights, the Marshall Elementary School physical education teachers transformed the gym into "Eagle Lanes" for cosmic bowling. This environment made learning the sport even more fun and engaging for students.
Announcements
Deadlines are approaching to apply to specialty programs for the 2022-23 school year
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February 1, 2022 - Transfer programs (all ES, MS, and most HS programs) and Governor's School @ Innovation Park
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March 15, 2022 - Transport programs (Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Firefighting, and Practical Nursing) and site-based programs (JROTC)
Application information is available on the Specialty Program webpage.
Online Specialty Program Application Help Sessions will be offered on January 28, January 31, and February 1 for anyone needing assistance with applying.
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Parents as Partners: Building Bridges Between Home, School, and Community |
Saturday, February 26, 2022
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Colgan High School
13833 Dumfries Rd., Manassas, VA 20112
This conference is designed to empower parents, prekindergarten through 12th grade, to advocate for their child and navigate the Section 504 or special education process to ensure successful outcomes.
The School Board will hold a public meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 2.
PWCS is hosting a virtual Instructional Job Fair on Saturday, February 19
Learn about infrastructure improvements for schools in the Brentsville District in School Board representative Adele Jackson's board brief
 In this video Board Brief, Prince William County School Board Vice Chairwoman and Brentsville District representative, Adele Jackson, discusses her goals for the school year. A variety of infrastructure improvements at several Brentsville District schools are also highlighted.
The improvements to Unity Reed and Brentsville District High Schools, and Gainesville Middle School "continue our commitment to maintaining school facilities that support the health and success of all of our students," says Jackson.
 Look for features from our schools throughout February, as PWCS recognizes and celebrates Black History Month.
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