Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) offers employees several supplemental retirement plan options, in addition to the Virginia Retirement System.
Eligible employees have the option of saving for retirement through three plan options:
Contributions to PWCS’ 403(b) and Roth 403(b) plans are eligible for contribution matching to boost your savings.
The contributions are deducted from payroll and sent to PWCS’ approved retirement investment company, Lincoln Financial Group, every pay period. Lincoln offers investment products that combine the consistent returns of a stable value investment option and the benefits of mutual funds.
PWCS matches up to 2% of salary contributed to our 403(b) and Roth 403(b) plans for permanent full-time and part-time employees.
Matching percentage is based on years of service up to 2% of salary maximum. Employees can receive matching contributions after one year of service.
Employees can participate in the supplemental retirement plan immediately upon employment or anytime thereafter. The plan is open to all employees – full-time, part-time, substitute, temp, and ROP participants. The plans are not open to Participate staff.
Internal Revenue Service rules limit how many employees can contribute to the 403(b)/Roth 403(b) and 457(b) plans each year.
| Tax Year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Age 49 and Under | $24,500 |
| Age 50+ | Additional $8,000 (total $32,500) |
For the Lincoln Financial Group plan document, please visit the PWCS Launchpad Benefits webpage.