Family Engagement Series

PWCS Family Engagement Series

The Family Engagement Series provides families with resources that will assist with their student’s success. The series is led by the Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Compliance Department, in collaboration with other PWCS programs, and community and business partners.

Focus: Nontraditional Programs at a Glance

Target Audience: Families of middle and high school students

6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, for a session that will focus on information on the nontraditional programs in PWCS including the Evening School program, the ISAEP 16/17 GED Program which leads to a GED, and the STAR program, an evening online tutoring and remediation program in the subjects of English and mathematics for grades 6-12.

Presenter for this session: Wendy Downey, Supervisor for Nontraditional Education Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the December 6 event by Sunday, December 3.

Focus: Gifted at a Glance

Target Audience: All

6-7 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2023 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Thursday, December 7, 2023, for a session that will focus on learning more about the services available to students in grades K-12 through the Gifted Education and Talent Development program. In this session, we will discuss what it means to be "gifted," how students are identified for the program, and ways parents can support their advanced learners at home. Come with any questions you may have about the gifted program or the identification process.

Presenter for this session: Brenda Bailey, Supervisor of Gifted Education and Talent Development, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the December 7 event by Monday, December 4.

Focus: PWCS Office of the Ombudsman

Target Audience: All

6-7 p.m. on Monday, December 11, 2023 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Monday, December 11, 2023, for a session that will focus on the Office of the Ombudsman. The Office of the Ombudsman provides parents, students, and members of the school community a confidential, impartial, and informal place where they can seek assistance in navigating concerns, conflicts, and issues arising within PWCS. The people who visit the Ombudsman's office may do so for many reasons. The office seeks to empower these individuals to overcome their disputes, conflicts, and barriers by helping them find options for the best possible resolutions.

Presenter for this session: Monique Bookstein, Ombudsman, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the December 11 event by Thursday, December 7.

Focus: Adult Education Program Information

Target Audience: Adults

6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, for a session that will focus on the adult education program which provides educational opportunities for adults who wish to acquire competencies necessary for further education, employment, or personal enrichment. We offer classes to help prepare for the GED exam, learn English, and build job skills.

Presenter for this session: Toi Tanton, Administrative Coordinator for Adult Education, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the December 13 event by Sunday, December 10.

Focus: Self and Social Awareness

Target Audience: All

6-7 p.m. on Thursday, December 14, 2023 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Thursday, December 14, 2023, for a session that will focus on how parents can help children develop self and social awareness. Learn how self and social awareness is the foundation of social emotional learning skills.

Presenter for this session: Chavonne Thomas, Coordinator for PWCS Heals, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the December 14 event by Monday, December 11.

Focus: FAFSA Walk-Through

Target Audience: Senior students and families

6-7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, for a session that will focus on a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) walk-through in a demo account for students and families.

Presenter for this session: Jason Puryear, Director of The College Place and Student Success and Outreach, with Education Credit Management Corporation

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the January 9 event by Thursday, January 4.

Focus: Career and Technical Education

Target Audience: Families of middle and high school students

6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, for a session that will focus on learning about career and technical education (CTE) and resources available to students. Families will learn about CTE program areas and courses available to middle and high school students. This will also be an opportunity to learn about work-based learning experiences and upcoming events.

Presenters for this session: Dr. Sarah Martin, Director of Career and Technical Education, and Danielle Meyer, CTE Workforce Development Coordinator, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the January 17 event by Friday, January 12.

Focus: Adult Education Program Information

Target Audience: Adults

6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, for a session that will focus on the adult education program which provides educational opportunities for adults who wish to acquire competencies necessary for further education, employment, or personal enrichment. We offer classes to help prepare for the GED exam, learn English, and build job skills.

Presenter for this session: Toi Tanton, Administrative Coordinator for Adult Education, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the January 24 event by Sunday, January 21.

Focus: Creating Discrimination-Free Learning Environments

Target Audience: All

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2024 – Live Virtual Session

Join us on Thursday, January 25, 2024, for a session that will focus on partnering with families to provide discrimination and harassment-free learning environments. Participants will learn to recognize and report discrimination and harassment, as well as how PWCS responds to reports.

Presenter for this session: Dana Scanlan, Administrator of Equity and Student Relations, with Prince William County Public Schools

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the January 25 event by Monday, January 22.