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Thank You, Teachers!!! ⭐️🍎✏️
This Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8), we want to thank our teachers for everything you do to help Prince William County Public Schools students thrive.
Thank you for your hard work and dedication, from preparing lessons and grading assignments to supporting our students, and so much more. Your impact is felt throughout the classroom and beyond, and your invaluable efforts do not go unnoticed.
🎥 Watch PWCS elementary and middle school students tell their teachers how important they are to the classroom and broader school community.
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🎨 Art Festival Roundup
Throughout April, PWCS schools proudly hosted annual Art Festivals that highlighted the creativity, skill, and imagination of our student artists. From colorful paintings to detailed drawings and mixed‑media pieces, the festivals were a celebration of student voice and artistic expression.
Thank you to our students, art teachers, and school communities for making this year’s PWCS Art Festivals such a meaningful showcase of talent across the division. Watch a video about the festivals below! ⬇️
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Congratulations to the 2025-26 Outstanding Educator Awards Winners! 🏆
PWCS congratulates the the 2025-26 Outstanding Educator Awards winners for Support Employee of the Year, Novice Teacher of the Year, Teacher of the Year, and Principal of the Year. Read more about the award recipients.
PWCS also proudly recognizes educators who received or renewed their National Board Certification this year. Read about our Nationally Board Certified teachers.
👏 Congratulations to all winners, finalists, nominees, and National Board Certified Teachers for being outstanding role models and champions for student success.
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Thank You for Your Dedication to Education, Update on County Budget
On April 21, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors approved the Fiscal Year 2027 county budget, restoring most of the funding Prince William County Public Schools anticipated under the revenue‑sharing agreement. This decision allows PWCS to continue delivering high‑quality educational services for students, staff, and the broader community.
We want to thank parents, staff, and community members for their support of our students, teachers, and schools. Read more about this update.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month 🧠
PWCS proudly joins schools and communities across the country in emphasizing the importance of mental wellness for students, staff, and families. This year’s theme, "The Heart of Well-Being," highlights that mental health is essential to overall health, learning, and meaningful connection.
All month long, we invite you complete activities from the wellness calendar, explore our resource page, and show support by wearing green on May 13. 💚
Families are also encouraged to register and attend a Parent Engagement Series session presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness: Ending the Silence-Suicide Prevention Training from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 7. Individuals needing language accommodations may submit a request here.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Kelly Kaczmarczyk, coordinator of PWCS Heals, at kaczmaka@pwcs.edu.
More News to Know
💡 Don't Miss Your Chance to Enroll in Discovery Enrichment Programs
Registration for summer Discovery Enrichment Programs is open. These programs are open to all students kindergarten through ninth grade. Be sure to register by Friday, May 22!
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🗓️ Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
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Wednesday, May 6, 2026: School Board Meeting
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Thursday, May 7, 2026: Family Engagement Series - Ending the Silence for Families and Caregivers
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Saturday, May 9, 2026: Gifted Education & Talent Development Parent University
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Tuesday, May 12, 2026: Family Engagement Series - Military Families and Schools
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026: Family Engagement Series - Substance Use Prevention and Mental Health Trends and Resources
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Friday, May 22, 2026: Discovery Enrichment Programs Registration Deadline
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