Announcements
PWCS has appointed Carol E. Flenard, Ed.D. as Deputy Superintendent
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Results of Later Start Time Survey presented to School Board
The results of the survey seeking input on the consideration of later start times for schools were shared with the PWCS School Board last night (view presentation). Results do not show support for making a substantial change to school start times in school year 2023-24. As such, no changes are planned at this time to start times for next school year or the following school year.
A majority of parents/guardians (57.2%) and staff (56.5%), and a plurality of students (42.7%) want to keep school start times the same. Based on the survey results, opposition to changing the start times is generally more intense than the support for changing them. The number of responses collected provides an accurate reflection of the viewpoints and opinions for parents/guardians, staff, and secondary students.
Good News
Book vending machine encourages student success at Rosa Parks Elementary School
Stickers, candy and toys are fun rewards, but at Rosa Parks Elementary School, students are rewarded with gold tokens to feed the school's book vending machine.
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PWCS receives STARTALK grant to increase foreign language options for students
Thanks to a National Security Administration grant awarded to the PWCS world language program, a group of 140 PWCS middle and high school students will have the opportunity to join a program to study Arabic or Russian. Read more.
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PWCS middle and high school students excel at the Virginia Junior Academy of Science Research Symposium
Congratulations to the PWCS middle and high school students who placed or received a special award at the 2022 Virginia Junior Academy of Science Research Symposium. Read more.
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Get to know Rhonda Jeck - the PWCS Principal of the Year
Rhonda Jeck, principal of Bristow Run Elementary School, comes from a family of teachers. Throughout her 30-year career in education, Jeck has served as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, data coach, assistant principal, and principal. She believes in the importance of identifying the needs of children and making decisions that put their needs first.
"Being an educator is the best career ever," shares Jeck. "I feel very happy that I chose this career, and fulfilled with what I’ve done in education.”
Prince William County SEPTA recognizes PWCS educators, staff, students, and programs
The Prince William County Special Education Parent Teacher Association recognized outstanding teachers, administrators, professionals, school staff, students, and community members who have gone above and beyond to support students with disabilities in our community. Read more.
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Little Free Libraries will be available at all PWCS Schools
Little Free Libraries where patrons can exchange books at no charge, will be installed at ALL PWCS school sites over the next several years. Read more.
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BMX stunt show brings a message of positivity and inclusivity to Buckland Mills Elementary School
Students at Buckland Mills Elementary School were treated to a professional BMX stunt show by the Dialed Up Action Sports Team, who combine entertainment with important messages about being kind and treating others with respect.
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PWCS IT and Network maintenance
The weekend of June 24-26, 2022, Information and Instructional Technology will perform planned network maintenance. Work will begin after 6 p.m. on Friday, June 24 and continue through Sunday, June 26. PWCS network access will be intermittent for those working onsite. Cloud-based applications such as Outlook, Office 365, The Hub, and Canvas will be available outside of the PWCS network.
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Obey school flashing yellow lights even during breaks—Summer school will be in session at some locations
Motorists can expect school flashing lights to continue operating after school has ended. These lights must be obeyed according to law. Flashing lights are controlled remotely and may indicate summer school is in session at that site.
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Meet Yushica Walker - the new principal of Graham Park Middle School
Yushica Walker, an experienced educator, came to PWCS four years ago. She served as a teacher at Neabsco Elementary School, then at Potomac Middle School before becoming the assistant principal at Graham Park Middle School. Last month, she was appointed as principal.
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