PWCS benefits comply with all federal mandates that govern public sector employee plans. To obtain more information about the requirements of these legislative acts, please refer to the following:
Employees and families who lose health insurance because they are no longer eligible for coverage under Prince William County Public Schools health insurance program may continue coverage by paying the full monthly premium plus 2%. Employees who lose coverage because of termination of employment (except for gross misconduct) or reduction in hours may continue an additional 18 months. Covered spouses and dependents may also continue coverage usually for an additional 36 months if they lost coverage for spouse/parent's death, divorce, or, when a covered child has reached the maximum age limit for coverage under the parent's policy. To continue coverage, the Prince William County Public Schools Benefits and Compensation Department must be contacted no later than 60 days from when coverage ceased.