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) Community Outreach, Business Partnerships and Philanthropy Department, in collaboration with other PWCS programs, and community and business partners.

Family and Community Engagement Contact

Yanet Boyd, Supervisor
[email protected]
703-791-8001

Focus: Free Chat Tutoring and Academic Support for All K-12 Students

Target Audience: All PWCS students and families

6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, for a webinar that will provide an overview of the Varsity Tutors for Schools platform, a free online resource for grades K-12 designed to support your students’ academic growth. You will learn how to access these resources through the school portal.

Presenter for this session: Sarah Marr, Senior Director of Partnerships, with Varsity Tutors for Schools

Register for Tuesday, October 8 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 8 event by Thursday, October 3.


Focus: Security – A Responsibility for All

Target Audience: All PWCS students and families

6:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 10, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Thursday, October 10, 2024, for a webinar that focuses on the Prince William County Public Schools’ security team. We will share details of our training programs for school security officers, staff, and students within our district.

Presenters for this session: Jacob Edwards, Supervisor of Crisis Management, and Marcos Bocanegra, Senior School Security Officer, with Prince William County Public Schools

Register for Thursday, October 10 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 10 event by Monday, October 7.


Focus: Financial Aid Awareness

Target Audience: High school students and families

6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, for a webinar to learn about various types of financial aid available to students while preparing for college. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from an expert in the field!

Presenter for this session: Jason Puryear, Director of the College Place, in Alexandria, Virginia.

Register for Tuesday, October 15 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 15 event by Thursday, October 10.


Focus: Specialty Programs for Elementary Students

Target Audience: Elementary school students and families

6:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 17, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Thursday, October 17, 2024, for a webinar that will focus on what Specialty Programs are available at the elementary school level. We will review the program offerings and discuss the application process, including deadlines. We will also discuss transportation options for students attending Specialty Programs.

Presenter for this session: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools

Register for Thursday, October 17 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 17 event by Monday, October 14.


Focus: Family and Community Engagement in Prince William County Public Schools

Target Audience: All PWCS students and families

6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, for a webinar to learn how Prince William County Public Schools is fostering strong connections with families and the community. Learn about our Family Engagement Series, meet School Parent Liaisons, and get to know about our Family Academic and Community Engagement Specialists (FACES) and Community Hubs. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage and connect!

Presenter for this session: Yanet Boyd, Supervisor of Family and Community Engagement, with Prince William County Public Schools

Register for Tuesday, October 22 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 22 event by Thursday, October 17.


Focus: Specialty Programs for High School Students

Target Audience: High school students and families

6-8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Thursday, October 24, 2024, for a webinar that will focus on what Specialty Programs are available at the high school level. We will review the program offerings and discuss the application process, including deadlines. We will also discuss transportation options for students attending Specialty Programs and VHSL considerations.

Presenter for this session: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools

Register for Thursday, October 24 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 24 event by Monday, October 21.


Focus: Specialty Programs for Middle School Students

Target Audience: Middle school students and families

6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 – Live Zoom Webinar

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, for a webinar that will focus on what Specialty Programs are available at the middle school level. We will review the program offerings and discuss the application process, including deadlines. We will also discuss transportation options for students attending Specialty Programs.

Presenter for this session: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools

Register for Tuesday, October 29 - Zoom Webinar

For language accommodations, please complete the request form for the October 29 event by Thursday, October 24.