PWCS Alerts Parents to Back-to-School 2024-25 Info & Policy Changes

PWCS alerts parents of changes to internet device policies and school bus stops.

Fauquier Health Earns 2024 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety

Fauquier Health receives Leapfrog Top General Hospital honors. Back row (l-r): Amy Rubio MSN, RN, Director of Quality; Brandi Trottman, BSN, RN, CEN, Director, Emergency Services; Gary Matthews, PharmD, BCGP, Director of Pharmacy Services; Leah Binder, president and CEO, Leapfrog Group; Shawna Cochran Breeden, MSN, RN, CNOR, Director of Perioperative Services; Jessica Ross, RN PCCN, Director, Acute Care Services Front row (l-r): Christen Grimes BSN, RNC-OB, MA, Director of the Family Birthing Center; William Haugh, FACHE, Central Division President, Lifepoint Health; Rebecca M. Segal, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer; Toni Maxwell, APRN, FNP-BC, Chief Nursing Officer; Jeffrey Abrams, MD

Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Fauquier Health was named a Top General Hospital by The Leapfrog Group.

LOCAL EDUCATION NEWS

From Country Boy to Country Hero: Decorated veteran recounts life as a Vietnam medevac pilot

Douglas Moore as a young military pilot.

Col. Douglas E. Moore of Haymarket considers himself a country boy from Arkansas, but there’s more to him. Not only did he serve his country honorably as a pilot and soldier, but he also wrote …

The Making of a Rock Star

"The Making of a Rock Star" was originally published in the Sept. 2024 issue of Haymarket Gainesville Lifestyle

Menacker, 16, of Bristow, recounts the journey that led her to attend Grammy Camp in July.

Changing Directions : Local Theater Director Deb Hansen Encourages Everyone to Play their Part 

Deb Hansen (center) and fellow actors attending Atlantic Acting School are on their way to see "Awesome 80s Prom," in New York City.

Hansen decided to direct the musical “Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play,” but not in the traditional manner. Rather than having the cast of 19 adults and four children just stand at microphones, Hansen plans to have them move about the intimate space.

The Learning Experience Opens Early Childhood Academy in Bristow

Megan Barefoot, Director of The Learning Experience in Bristow, is a welcoming face at the school along with TLE

When The Learning Experience: Academy of Early Education offered Megan Barefoot the position of site director at their new Bristow center, she jumped at the opportunity. Barefoot is an early …

Jobs and employment information

Parents of college-bound students: How to manage the costs

(BPT) - Looking forward to your children's college journey? It's an exciting time, full of possibilities and dreams for the future, but it also has some challenges. Recently, inflation across the …

Driving HVAC Innovation for a Smarter, More Efficient Future

(BPT) - The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting towards AI-driven solutions, clean technology and highly-efficient systems …

4 Tips for a Fresh Start in 2025

(Family Features) Moving from one year to the next is a perfect opportunity to think about the new chapter you want to write for yourself.

As K-12 enrollment shifts, families lead education´s evolution

As K-12 enrollment shifts, families lead education´s evolution
(NewsUSA) - What would you do if you felt your child´s school wasn't helping them reach their full potential? For a growing number of parents, the answer is to look for alternatives. According to a …

Voters in 12 states approved seven and defeated five state education ballot measures on Nov. 5

Ballotpedia shares details about which education ballot measures were and weren't approved across the U.S. on election day.

Winners and losers in public school funding: How does your state compare?

Study.com explores Census Bureau educational finance data to examine how states allocate resources to public schools and the variations in funding priorities across states.

As the US invests in infrastructure at record levels, construction workers may be hard to find

Seeking qualified workers: Using industry surveys and reports, Machinery Partner identified gaps in the construction labor market.

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Education & Careers

Retiring well: 68% of Americans say it’s living a little by affording experiences that bring joy

(BPT) - What makes for retiring well? For most Americans, it's living a little by affording experiences that bring joy (68%) and enjoying a high quality of life (49%), balanced by the security of …
Utah university removes 'equity' and 'inclusion' from mission statement because of anti-DEI law
The Salt Lake Tribune reports on Weber State University's decision to remove the words "diversity, equity, and inclusion" from its new, shorter mission statement.
Who got to work remotely in 2024 and who didn't, according to data
To better understand how access to a remote schedule varies by a worker's ability, job type, and demographics, accessiBe analyzed Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
These 6 metros have the highest share of remote workers. Here's what they reveal about the future of remote work
Spokeo analyzed Census Bureau data to see which metro areas have the highest share of remote workers.
These are the best jobs of 2025, according to Indeed
Indeed put together a list of the best jobs for 2025 to help identify the high-demand roles offering the most promise in today's dynamic job market.
Teachers, students test out AI in Colorado classrooms
Chalkbeat spotlights the ways teachers and students are testing AI in Colorado classrooms.
America's college-aged population is declining. Universities will have to make cuts.
Study.com examined data from the University of Virginia and elsewhere to see which states can expect the biggest youth population drops by 2050.

Reasons to Consider an Up-and-Coming Career in 2025

(Family Features) If you're thinking about making a career change, re-evaluating your long-term career path or looking for a career with purpose, there is one path you may not have considered .

Unlocking business growth: Lessons from inspiring leaders

(BPT) - By Sarah Acton, Chief Customer Officer, BILLOne of the most exciting aspects of my role as Chief Customer Officer at BILL is learning from our customers every day. There are always new …

Navigating deepfakes and synthetic media: This course helps students demystify artificial intelligence technologies

A Macalester College course helps students navigate a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Students learn skills to help them distinguish fact from fiction in the world of AI.

California wildfires force students to think about the connections between STEM and society

Satellite imagery shows the front line of the Palisades fire in Los Angeles on Jan. 11, 2025.
In this course, eight professors share their disciplinary perspectives to help students analyze proposed interventions for increasing wildfire risks.

How to boost your savings: Smart strategies to save with intention

(BPT) - Savings can help meet unexpected expenses, fund short-term spending goals and protect against unanticipated life events. At the same time, leaving too much of your money uninvested can …

CAREER

Changes in the Labor Market: What to Expect in the Next Quarters of the Year?

Individuals work at computers in a modern office environment.
We have teamed up with experts from job aggregator Jooble to outline the trends, challenges, and opportunities in the labor market in 2023.
PWEA members advocate for fair contracts for teachers via collective bargaining.

PWEA Teacher Claims PWCS Seeks to Curtail Association's Bargaining Power

The Prince William Education Association is working to firmly establish its role in the contract negotiation process, but its leadership alleges Prince William County Schools does not want to concede power to employees beyond what is mandated by the state.

I-66 EMP and SPARK Mark Continued Partnership With Check Presentation

Manassas, Va.  – Symbolizing its steady commitment to supporting education in Prince William County, today I-66 Express Mobility Partners (I-66 EMP), builder and operator of the 66 Express …

PWEA Contract Negotiations Bring Teachers New Hope

PWEA members meet to discuss the upcoming school year.

The beginning of the year brings a mix of giddy anxiety, but with unfilled positions, PWCS teachers wonder what they will be up against.