Specialty Program Application
The online Specialty Program Application opened on November 1, 2022. Applications for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts (CFPA) closed on December 14, 2022. All other applications are due by February 1, 2023.
Specialty Program Application Help Sessions
Need help with the Specialty Program Application? Have a question about how to apply for Specialty Programs?
Bring your questions to our Specialty Program Application Help Sessions on Zoom. These 30-minute sessions will be held most Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between now and February 1 at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
- November 14, 16, 28, and 30, 2022
- December 2, 5, 7, 12, and 14, 2022
- January 4, 6, 9, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, and 30, 2023
- February 1, 2023
Additional sessions will be held on Tuesday, January 31 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
Specialty Programs
Specialty programs focus on career exploration, subject area concentration, and college/university preparation. Prince William County Public Schools provides excellent opportunities for students in elementary, middle, and high school to explore a wide variety of special programs in our schools. These specialty programs give students the chance to investigate careers ranging from building trades to advanced computer science.
High School Programs
High school students can choose from Advanced Academics, Specialty, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs. Students participating in these programs can earn certifications, licenses, or other professional credentials in an area of study. Students can choose from programs tailored to their strengths and interests as they prepare for post-secondary experiences, whether they plan to enter the workforce directly, seek additional training, or enroll in a post-secondary institution.
Middle School Programs
Nine middle schools in PWCS offer Specialty Programs. These programs are available by application. Offerings include the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, Mathematics and Science, Same Gender Program, World Languages, and Traditional Schools.
Elementary School Programs
PWCS offers a variety of Specialty Programs at the elementary level. These programs are available by application. Offerings include the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, World Languages, and Traditional Schools.
Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs
aasp@pwcs.edu
703-791-8706
Karima Wesselhoft
Supervisor
wesselka@pwcs.edu
Kelly Brown
Administrative Coordinator
brownka@pwcs.edu
Elizabeth "Biz" Summers
Administrative Coordinator
engelbea@pwcs.edu
Rebeca Manzanares
Administrative Assistant
manzanrm@pwcs.edu
Career and Technical Education Programs
703-791-7297
Doug Wright
Supervisor
wrightdr@pwcs.edu
Tim Vaughan
Administrative Coordinator, High School Programs
vaughatg@pwcs.edu
Nasir Ayoub
Workforce Development Coordinator
ayoubn@pwcs.edu
Diana Collins
Administrative Assistant
collindc@pwcs.edu