"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
-Margaret Mead
Everywhere you look in Prince William County, there are signs of economic growth. While growth fuels the economy, it can also exhaust school division resources. More students are pouting into county schools than anticipated, nationwide teacher shortages make recruitment challenging, and new schools will need to be built in the next decade to keep pace with enrollment.
As schools juggle with this growth, there are fewer and fewer resources to support the new and innovative educational programs we demand. That's why we ask you to join us in making Prince William County's schools our community's top priority.
The Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) Education Foundation extends an invitation to the entire community to get involved in this effort. The goal of achieving true excellence in Prince William County's public schools is actualized only through the efforts of many concerned citizens working in partnership.
There are numerous ways to partner with the PWCS Education Foundation. Whether you volunteer your time, make a tax-deductible contribution, or donate goods or services, your support is vital to our success.
We invite you to share the vision and invest in the future!
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We invite you to join the PWCS Education Foundation in making education a top priority for Prince William County. You can make a commitment to education by making a tax-deductible contribution, offering gifts-in-kind, or including the Foundation in your estate planning. Each has its own distinctive and powerful reward.
Ten Reasons to Contribute to the PWCS Education Foundation
- You are enriching educational opportunities for our county's 73,000+ school children.
- You are helping to preare today's students for tomorrow's world
- You are helping students meet or exceed World-Class performance standards.
- Your dollars are invested wisely in much needed programs that have measurable results.
- Your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
- Your funds are leveraged - a reward for working together.
- Your funds are managed with fiscal integrity.
- You are placing education high on the public's agenda.
- You are demonstrating to our teachers and prospective teachers that Prince William County's parents and citizens value and support education.
- You are contributing to the quality of life in Prince William County.
What Your Dollars Can Do!
Every dollar makes a difference! Here's what your one-time donation can do:
$2,000 could allow 55 special-needs students to improve their employability skills through a hands-on instructional program.
$1,500 could provide an after-school literacy enrichment program for 70 ESOL students.
$1,000 could allow the familis of 25 at-risk students to develop parenting skills.
$750 could allow eight students with misdirected behavior to participate in an early intervention program.
$500 could purchase 250 grade-level reading books for students who are struggling with literacy.
$250 could help 125 students attend live arts education productions by providing free transportation via bus.
$150 could sponsor an online parent communications tool for third graders at one elementary school.
$100 could provide one credit hour of education at a local community college.
$50 could buy toools and supplies for two students to build underwater robots.
$25 could purchase books that support environmental efforst at an elementary school.
To make a tax-deductible contribution, complete the donor form and mail it to:
PWCS Education Foundation
P.O. Box 389
Manassas, VA 20108
For more information about any of the PWCS Education Foundation initiatives, contact Sharon Henry at 703. 791.8001 or by email at HENRYSW@pwcs.edu.
It takes more than food, clothing, and shelter to nourish a child. A challenging learning experience is equally essential to every child's success.
Help our commuinty's youth grow into well-educated and responsible members of society by designating the PWCS Education Foundation as the recipient of your United Way contributions.
The PWCS Education Foundation is proud to be a United Way agency in the National Capital Area. The National Capital Area includes the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia (Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Loudoun, and Prince William), and Southern Maryland (Montgomery and Prince George's).
If you live or work in the National Capital Area and would like to contribute to the PWCS Education Foundation via the United Way, please designate agency code #8167.
If you live or work outside the National Capital Area and would like to contribute to the PWCS Education Foundation, simply write in "Prince William County Public Schools Education Foundation, Manassas, Virginia" as your charity of choice.
The PWCS Education Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization formed by the citizens of Prince William County to provide students with innovative educational opportunities by augmenting existing tax and grant-based funds.
Your time and talent are valuable resources! Through the PWCS Education Foundation, many opportunities exist for you to volunteer. Tutor a child, share your knowledge with a teacher, or simply roll up your sleeves on a special project. Volunteer opportuntiies can be short-term or long-term, each tailored to your unique gifts of time and talent.
If you would like to know more about the many volunteer opportunities through the PWCS Education Foundation, contact Sharon Henry at 703.791.8001 or henrysw@pwcs.edu.
For information on partnership with Prince William County Public Schools, we invite you to visit the the PWCS Office of Community and Business Engagement Web site or call 703.791.8001.
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