Education

Virginia Departments of Health and Education Release Updated Guidance for PreK-12 Schools

PreK-12 schools will make locally-informed decisions on masking and prevention measures, as informed by CDC recommendations. VDH strongly recommends required masking in elementary schools.

Governor Northam announced he is extending Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program and expanding it to include working families who meet eligibility standards of financial need.

PWCS Recognizes Class of 2021 Valedictorians, Salutatorians

PWCS honored 27 high school students this spring as valedictorians and salutatorians from the 2021 graduating class. From computer science to law, these bright young minds will fan out to seek degrees at major colleges and universities across the country.

As Superintendent of the 2nd largest school division in Virginia, and 35th largest in the nation, Walts oversaw a population of approximately 90,000 students, and 11,500 employees. He opened 24 new schools and the Kelly Leadership Center.

While 95% of students intent to return to 5-day in-person learning in the fall, Prince William County Schools will make virtual learning an option at all grade levels.

The Prince William County School Board unaniomously approved a one-time $1,600 bonus for all PWCS full-time employees. Those serving less will have their bonuses prorated. No one will receive less …

Should Prince William County Schools change their start times so that adolescents don not have to start school before 8 a.m.? You get to weigh in!!

Prince William County Schools is considering alternative school start times for the 2021-22 year year as part of its “Return to Learning Plan," after ending COVID-19 mitigations end.

Dr. Walts says he did it all FOR SCHOOL.

The policy allows more flexibility for vaccinated staff to remove masks when not directly in the presence of students or young people in their care.

Teachables Nova, a new educational supply store in Bristow, presents 'Best Teacher of the Most Ridiculous Year Award' to Bristow Run Elementary School kindergarten teacher Kathy Blanco for excellence during an unprecedented year.

Officials Hold Ribbon-Cutting for New Manassas City Library

While the Manassas City Library, at 10104 Dumfries Road, has been open for a few months, a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Monday, June 7 brought together Prince William County and City of Manassas elected officials.

"There are rumors that members of the PWCS School Board are not supporting teacher bonuses. As you know, I was the first advocate for some type of hazard pay and therefore feel obligated to clear up these misconceptions.."

PWCS: Curbside Grocery Kit Program Ends June 7

Monday, June 7 will be the last grocery kit distribution for the 2020-21 school year.

School Board Passes Equity Statement

Despite resistance from some citizens, the Prince William School Board approved an equity statement, Wednesday.

Graduation cupcakes By Sarah Elson of Capital News Service RICHMOND, Va. -- College graduations will still look different due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but more Virginia universities are returning …

Photo by Capital News Service UPDATE: April 16 at 3:50 p.m.: All appointments have been filled at this time. Prince William County Schools will be partnering with Novant UVA and the Prince William …

Gov. Ralph Northam signs into law legislation, that would make 2-year community college free for some middle and low-income Virginians. ALEXANDRIA—Governor Ralph Northam today signed legislation …

The Prince William School Board had only praise for Ms. LaTanya McDade, their selection for Superintendent of Prince William County Schools . McDade currently serves as the Chief Education Officer at …

LaTanya McDade (Image by Prince William County Schools) Prince William County School Board Names LaTanya D. McDade as New Superintendent Effective July 1, 2021 At a public meeting on March 24, the …

RICHMOND — The Virginia Board of Education has revised its teacher performance standards and evaluation criteria to add a standard on culturally responsive teaching and equitable practices. The …

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced the launch of a new free advising service to assist Virginia students and families applying for financial aid and help address the COVID-19 related …

Kelly Leadership Administrative Building for Prince William County Schools. After a nationwide search which generated a number of remarkably well qualified candidates, the Prince William County …

Photo by Ashleigh Henegar The Prince William County School Board asked the superintendent to work on a plan to return to school five-days a week in-person for next year, and to also offer an …

Rickard Zuckernick was a beloved math teacher at Prince William County Schools. Prince William County Schools lost a teacher to COVID-19 last week, Richard Zuckernic, a beloved a math teacher at …

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