 Today wraps up our observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, but our mental health is an incredibly important part of our overall health, and critical in our ability to support our families, work effectively, participate in school, and contribute to society in meaningful ways. If you have not already, consider viewing the resources available Employee Benefits, BeWell Well-Being page and on the PWCS Mental Health Awareness Month webpage.
Kate Roscioli wins VCTM's Teacher of the Year
Kate Roscioli, Title I math specialist at Neabsco Elementary School, has been recognized with the Virginia Council of Teachers of Mathematics' William C. Lowry Mathematics Educators of the Year award. Each year, VCTM recognizes a classroom teacher on the elementary, middle, secondary, university, and math specialist/coach level for his or her outstanding work in the field of mathematics.
"I am so excited to receive this award," said Roscioli. "As a math coach, I support teachers in engaging their students through number sense routines, rich math tasks, and inquiry-based learning. These strategies have helped our students find love and excitement for mathematics at Neabsco. I feel honored to be recognized for my work as a math coach at this level, and it helps me see that the work I am doing matters."
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Administrative appointments
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Teachers, support staff needed to fill Summer School positions
Are you, or someone you know, interested in working for the summer school programs? It's not too late; Human Resources is still hiring teachers and support staff. Visit the Human Resources Employment page to view available positions and apply.
If you have questions, email HR@pwcs.edu or call 703-791-8050.
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Math teachers sought for IAAT scoring
The Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT) is a 60-question multiple choice exam given to some fifth grade students. Mathematics teachers from any grade are sought to score the exam and enter in an excel spreadsheet at the Kelly Leadership Center from 8 a.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, until finished and will be paid the non-instructional rate.
Those interested should email Shelly Pine at pinesb@pwcs.edu by June 6, 2022.
All certified staff: New Cultural Competency requirements are announced for 2022-23
During the 2021 General Assembly session, new requirements were set out in Senate Bill 1196 and House Bill 1904 to support a culturally competent educator workforce in the Commonwealth. For the 2022-23 school year, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) will require the addition of Standard VI. Culturally Responsive Teaching and Equitable Practices to the Professional Educator Performance Standards and Standard VI. Culturally Responsive and Equitable School Leadership to the Educational Leader Performance Standards. Additionally, all certificated staff (holding a VDOE license) will be required to complete a VDOE module on cultural competency training prior to school beginning in fall 2022. Time during the August teacher work week will be allocated to fulfill the training requirements and a review of the new standards will be included in the required Annual Evaluation Process Meetings as part of the Professional Performance Process. Information and resources on these requirements will be forthcoming.
Contact Natalie Bonshire, supervisor of performance management, Human Resources Department, at bonshink@pwcs.edu.
Summer Multilingual Summit supports learning, achievement for all
Attend the Summer Multilingual Summit on August 8 and 9, 2022, and engage in professional learning that promotes English Learner development and proficiency, increasing student opportunities for language-rich instruction. Dr. Jaime Castellano kicks off the Summit with a session about English Learners and Multilingual Learners in gifted and advanced instruction. Five tracts are available with multiple sessions that support the PWCS Vision 2025. View the Multilingual Summit flyer for more and register here for the sessions of your choice. Questions? Contact Dr. Eileen Lockhart, lockhaex@pwcs.edu.
Adult Education seeks instructors to teach classes
The Adult Education Department is looking for instructors to teach classes for adult students. Classes are offered for basic skills improvement, pre-GED®, GED® preparation, ESOL, citizenship, computer basics, bridging to the workforce and higher education, and more. Some classes are offered in both English and Spanish, and most are offered virtually and in-person, and both mornings and evenings. Those interested in learning more should email Donna Motsek at motsekdl@pwcs.edu. Summer classes begin July 19, 2022, and fall classes begin September 19, 2022.
Apply for Water Academy by June 1 to earn credit, learn about our local water system
The Prince William County (PWC) Service Authority offers 2022 Water Academy, a free educational program for adults and rising high school seniors who live, work, or attend school in PWC. Participants learn about local drinking and wastewater treatment and the systems that keep our county service authority systems running. The Academy is offered in a hybrid format with sessions at 5:30-7:30 p.m. on these Wednesdays: June 22, 29, and July 6. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, June 1.
PWCS teachers who complete the sessions receive Continuing Education Credits, as authorized by the PWCS Professional Learning Department. Questions? Contact wateracademy@pwcsa.org or 703-331-4168.
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ITCs earn their ISTE Certification
A cohort of 41 ITCs and librarians have been working toward becoming International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certified Educators. This certification requires the successful completion of coursework focused on learning, leading, designing learning with technology, and the successful completion of a portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of ISTE Educator Standards through practice.
Congratulations to the following who have recently earned this prestigious certification:
- Katherine Fielding, ITC at Woodbridge High School
- Rebecca James, librarian at Forest Park High School
- Ashley Ludolph, ITC at Pattie Elementary School
- Emily Robinson, ITC at Freedom High School
Forest Park High School educators are published authors
Congratulations to Dr. Joe Pisani and Dr. Jamey Long, CTE teachers at Forest Park High School, who have just completed a new book focused on valuing the voice of all stakeholders within an organization, with a focus on activating these same stakeholders into a shared leadership process. The book is published through Anthem Publishers (New York and London) and will be available on Amazon and other online order web pages.
If you have questions, contact them by email at PisaniJA@pwcs.edu or LongJM@pwcs.edu.
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