PWCS - Parent Engagement

11/20/2023

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude as we count our many blessings over the past year. It is also a time to give generously in support of others. While we are giving thanks for family, friends, health, and wellness, let us also remember to give support during this holiday season and through the winter months.

Many of our local schools' social workers arrange and partner with many non-profits and private entities to provide food, clothes, toys, books, and care each year for children and their families. To support their work, you can donate to SPARK, our PWCS education foundation, who work directly with schools to provide necessary resources for students. Additionally, Northern Virginia Family Service and Action in Community Through Service provide other services in addition to food assistance, such as shelter, life skills, and financial help. I encourage you to reach out to your local school and find out how you can donate your time, support, or resources.

https://www.poweredbyspark.org/donate/index

https://www.nvfs.org/fall-food-drive-flyers/

https://www.actspwc.org/about-us/news-events/share-the-bounty

It is that time of year again! Here in the Hunger Prevention Center we are preparing for the bounty that is holiday season food drives. This year's Share the Bounty food drive (formerly known as Operation Give Thanks / Operation Turkey) will take pla

09/29/2023

For those interested in, or know of someone who might be, looking for part-time employment, PWCS will be hosting a substitute and temporary job fair this Tuesday, October 3, from 4-6 p.m. at the PWCS Kelly Leadership Center. Those interested can register for this event or walk-ins are also welcome.

Representatives will be available for you to learn more about substitute and temporary employment opportunities. There will also be a limited number of computers available for you to work on your PWCS application. Come to the Kelly Leadership Center at 14715 Bristow Road from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oc...

09/01/2023

https://www.pwcs.edu/departments/student_services/when_your_student_needs_assistance/self_harm___suicide_prevention/suicide_awareness_month/index

Prince William County Public Schools is committed to prioritizing student mental health wellness. During the month of September, PWCS is partnering with the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention to promote ways to Talk Away the Dark  by initiating open conversations about mental health; speak...

08/11/2023

https://youtu.be/dW9mYbhBFSY

Watch this short video to learn how to quickly, efficiently, and effectively move through the new safety screening technology coming to secondary schools in ...

08/10/2023

The Back to School Packet is available in ParentVUE!

✔️ Review emergency cards
✔️ Update contact information
✔️ Complete annual policy reviews & acknowledgements

Families must complete the Packet before accessing anything in ParentVUE including schedules & bus information.

Log in to ParentVUE to complete the 2023-24 Back to School Packet.

🔗Learn more about getting started with ParentVUE: https://www.pwcs.edu/about_us/the_hub/parent_vue_information

🔗 Access information and resources, including packet completion instructions: https://www.pwcs.edu/parents/backtoschool/back_to_school_packet_instructions/index

05/04/2023

https://www.pwcs.edu/departments/student_services/mental_health_awareness_month/index

In partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness, PWCS recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month. This year's message is "More Than Enough," emphasizing that all people–with and without mental health challenges–are worthy of respect, inclusion, and care. Our school division and ...

03/29/2023

Panther Pride Academy - Third Quarter Wrapping Up!

Panther Pride Academy is up and running! We offer tutoring in all areas as well as homework club and reading club on Thursdays. This program will provide opportunities for students to engage in tutoring, extra curricular activities, and increase their learning opportunities. The academy will run from 3:15-4:45 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each club sponsor or tutor will communicate their specific dates to parents. Students MUST have a ride no later than 5:00pm. Activity Busses will also be available for students. Please be advised that activity bus routes are longer than traditional bus routes and students may arrive home after 6:00pm on some days. Please contact the school to fill out a free registration form.

03/07/2023

Target Audience: All PWCS Families

7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, for a session that will focus on strategies for families to best help their student(s) at home with reading and math. Participants will receive ten great ways to make doing homework better, make learning stronger and make academic interactions with your student(s) a happier experience.

Presented by Pam Allyn & Annabell Burrell, Educational Leaders and Dewey representatives.

Register for Tuesday, March 7 - Zoom Session here
https://pwcszmedu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsfu2rrDIrGNMrQUb49BLU6IUqoJULIpEb

For language accommodations, please complete this form on or before Thursday, March 2.

02/02/2023

Celebrate school counselors during National School Counseling Week (February 6–10)

Next week, PWCS is partnering with the American School Counselors Association (ASCA) to celebrate National School Counseling Week—"School Counseling: Helping Students Dream Big." Join us in recognizing the unique contributions of both school and college and career counselors within PWCS.

02/02/2023