The Scoop! - October 17

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October 17, 2024

During National Earth Science Week, see how Buckland Mills Elementary School is "Rooted in Education." Read More >>

🔸 At Coles Elementary School, students are learning to navigate an online world and become responsible digital citizens. Read More >>

🔸 PWCS shares the State of the Schools Report

National Physical Therapy Month

Thank you to our dedicated physical therapists for their tireless efforts in supporting students and ensuring they can fully access their educational environment. Watch Video >>

Forest Park High School held its 8th annual Suicide Awareness Walk on Saturday, October 5. This 3.1-mile event along Spriggs Road honors those lost to suicide and aims to provide hope to individuals struggling with mental health issues. Watch Video >>

PWCS Parent Resource Center Then and Now

October is Virginia Disability History Awareness Month

The PWCS Parent Resource Center (PRC) has been supporting families and educators for more than 30 years. The PRC services include:

Free workshops on special education and disability, often in collaboration with community agencies, to educate and empower parents and educators.
Providing confidential consultations to answer questions about disability-related topics, offering personalized guidance to families.
Maintaining a free lending library with materials on special education, disabilities, and parenting, accessible to all. Learn More >>

Opportunity for SAT Prep

Sophomores, juniors, and seniors now have access to Khan Academy’s Official Digital SAT Prep through Clever.

🎨 Calling all high school artists: Off the Wall Exhibit and Competition is accepting applications. Students must complete the Off the Wall entry application by 5 p.m. on November 16.

🗓️ November 1 - No School- In observance of Diwali (Schools and Offices Closed)

October 22

Family and Community Engagement - Family Engagement Series

October 24

Gifted Education and Talent Development Information Session

October 26

Pathways to Teacher Licensure Recruitment Event

October 29

A Family Guide to Neurodiversity: Celebrating Different Brains - Webinar

PWCS offers advanced academic, CTE specialty programs for all students

Join us for a Family Engagement Series webinar in October to learn more about specialty programs for PWCS students.

October 24, 2024, 6 p.m.
Specialty Programs for High School Students

October 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Specialty Programs for Middle School Students

Specialty Program Application Information

➡️ PWCS high school students took part in Sports Business Day with the Washington Commanders. Check out more photos of our students learning about the sports industry and career paths.

Join PWCS in showing your support for maintaining a drug-free school and community all next week. Participate in Red Ribbon Week activities and wear red on Thursday, October 24. Learn more on the Red Ribbon Week webpage.

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