Recorded Family Engagement Series Sessions
The Family Engagement Series provides families with resources that will assist with their student's success. Sessions that are hosted virtually are recorded and will be shared on this webpage when they are available for viewing.
If you have questions or don't see a past event listed here, please contact Yanet Boyd, Supervisor of Family and Community Engagement, at [email protected].
2024-25 School Year Family Engagement Series Sessions
Family and Community Engagement in PWCS
Focus: Family and Community Engagement in PWCS
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: October 22, 2024
This session focuses on 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: Yanet Boyd, Supervisor of Family and Community Engagement, with Prince William County Public Schools
Financial Aid Awareness
Focus: Financial Aid Awareness
Target Audience: HS students and families
Date: October 15, 2024
This session focuses on 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: Jason Puryear, Director of the College Place, in Alexandria, Virginia
It's More Than The 3 R's: Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Regift, Recycle, and Rot
Focus: It's More Than The 3 R's - Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Regift, Recycle, and Rot
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: November 14, 2024
This session focuses on how we can all play a part in reducing our impact on the environment by reducing how much we throw away. Come learn about the 8 R's of living sustainably and saving money.
Presenter: Melinda Landry, Coordinator of Sustainability, with Prince William County Public Schools
Knowledge Is Power, Attend Every Hour - The Importance of School Attendance
Focus: Knowledge is Power, Attend Every Hour - The Importance of School Attendance
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: September 10, 2024
This session focuses on Prince William County Public Schools’ attendance regulations and processes, the impact of missed days, and efforts to increase attendance across the division. We will share how we can partner with families to improve attendance and student outcomes.
Presenter: Toni Gibson, Attendance Officer, with Prince William County Public Schools
Watch Knowledge Is Power, Attend Every Hour - The Importance of School Attendance
Nondiscrimination and Harassment of Students
Focus: Nondiscrimination and Harassment of Students
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: September 26, 2024
This session will provide families with information on how to support their student if they experience discrimination or harassment in a Prince William County public school, program, or activity. Prince William County Public Schools is committed to maintaining a school environment free of discrimination and harassment in any form.
Presenter for this session: Marian Jones-Brooks, Supervisor of Compliance, with Prince William County Public Schools
Overview of English Learner Programs Kindergarten - 12
Focus: Overview of English Learner Programs Kindergarten - 12
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: September 26, 2024
This session focuses on the English Learner community in PWCS! Our presenters will explain how we teach students who are learning English as a new language and the various supports we offer to help them succeed. It’s a great opportunity to understand more about our diverse student population and the resources available to them.
Presenters for this session: Christina Lo, Supervisor of Middle School EL Instruction, Kristine Lentz-Johnston, Supervisor of High School EL Instruction, and Felicia Norwood, Supervisor of Elementary EL Instruction, with Prince William County Public Schools
Watch Overview of English Learner Programs Kindergarten - 12
PWCS Is Hiring! Navigating The Application Process
Focus: PWCS Is Hiring! Navigating The Application Process
Target Audience: Adults 18 and older
Date: November 19, 2024
This session focuses on exploring the job search and application process for Prince William County Public Schools.
Presenters for this session: Sean McDonald, Supervisor of Recruitment and Specialty Programs, Veronica Jackson, Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention, and Pam Mahone, Coordinator of Human Resources Special Projects
Scholarship and Financial Aid Awareness
Focus: Scholarship and Financial Aid Awareness
Target Audience: Students in Grade 12 and families
Date: November 21, 2024
This session focuses on students and families understanding the sources of financial aid and scholarship information both locally and nationally.
Presenters for this session: Jason Puryear, Director of the College Place, in Alexandria, Virginia.
Security - A Responsibility for All
Focus: Security - A Responsibility for All
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: October 10, 2024
This session 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
Specialty Programs for Elementary Students
Focus: Specialty Programs for Elementary Students
Target Audience: Elementary school students and families
Date: October 17, 2024
This session focuses 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: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools
Specialty Programs for High School Students
Focus: Specialty Programs for High School Students
Target Audience: High school students and families
Date: October 24, 2024
This session focuses 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: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools
Specialty Programs for Middle School Students
Focus: Specialty Programs for Middle School Students
Target Audience: Middle school students and families
Date: October 29, 2024
This session focuses 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: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools
Understanding the Preliminary SAT (PSAT)
Focus: Understanding the Preliminary SAT (PSAT)
Target Audience: Students in grades 9-11 and families
Date: September 19, 2024
This session focuses on the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) assessments offered for all grades 9-11 students. We will review how the assessments are given and the purpose of these assessments.
Presenter: Kelly Brown, Supervisor of Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools
Varsity Tutors - Academic Support for All K-12 Students
Focus: Varsity Tutors - Academic Support for All K-12 Students
Target Audience: All PWCS students and families
Date: October 8, 2024
This session 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: Michael Bell, Regional Vice President, with Varsity Tutors for Schools
Watch Varsity Tutors - Academic Support for All K-12 Students
Virginia Literacy Act And What It Means For Families
Focus: Virginia Literacy Act And What It Means For Families
Target Audience: Students in grades Kindergarten – 5 and families, and information can be useful for students in grades 6-8 and families
Date: September 12, 2024
This session focuses on the valuable information about the new Virginia Literacy Act (VLA) and what this means for your student. An overview of the main elements of the law will be provided and specific changes you will notice this year in literacy instruction and the updated Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System (VALLSS) for students in grades Kindergarten - 3.
Presenter: Marisa Miranda, Supervisor of Elementary English Language Arts and Literacy, with Prince William County Public Schools
2023-24 School Year Family Engagement Series Sessions
Adult Education Program
Focus: Adult Education Program
Target Audience: Adults 18 and over
Date: December 13, 2023 and January 24, 2024
This session focuses on the Adult Education Program and the educational opportunities it provides for adults who wish to acquire competencies necessary for further education, employment, and personal enrichment. We offer classes in GED, English Language Acquisition, Microsoft Specialist, Workforce Preparation, and much more.
Presenter: Toi Tanton, Coordinator of Adult Education, with Prince William County Public Schools
Career and Technical Education
Focus: Career and Technical Education
Target Audience: Students and families of middle and high school students
Date: November 9, 2023 and January 17, 2024
This session focuses on Career and Technical Education and the resources available to all students. Families will learn about Career and Technical Education 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: Dr. Sarah Martin, Director of Career and Technical Education, and Danielle Meyer, Coordinator of CTE Workforce Development, with Prince William County Public Schools
Exploring Dual Enrollment Opportunities in PWCS
Focus: Exploring Dual Enrollment Opportunities in PWCS
Target Audience: High school students and families
Date: February 7, 2024
This session focuses on exploring dual enrollment opportunities available to high school students. The session will cover the various opportunities to earn credit, ways to leverage those credits, as well as eligibility and the registration process for students.
Presenters: Kelly Brown, Supervisor for Advanced Academics and Specialty Programs, with Prince William County Public Schools, and Lacey Faunce, Dual Enrollment Coordinator, with Northern Virginia Community College
Watch Exploring Dual Enrollment Opportunities in PWCS Session
Northern Virginia Community College
Focus: Northern Virginia Community College
Target Audience: Students in grade 12 and families
Date: May 23, 2024
This session focuses on information about the numerous opportunities, services, and resources designed to get you connected to Northern Virginia Community College.
Presenters: Sandra Delgado, Coordinator for Outreach, and Leilani Liguid, Coordinator for Outreach, with Northern Virginia Community College
PWCS Summer Academic Enrichment and Recovery Opportunities for Students
Focus: PWCS Summer Academic Enrichment and Recovery Opportunities for Students
Target Audience: All students and families
Date: April 11, 2024
This session focuses on the academic and enrichment summer learning opportunities for summer 2024. Families will learn about the summer offerings and the registration process.
Presenters: Laura Gast, Coordinator of Extended Learning Opportunities, and Mandy Livings, Coordinator of Extended Learning Opportunities, with Prince William County Public Schools
Watch PWCS Summer Academic Enrichment and Recovery Opportunities for Students
Self and Social Awareness
Focus: Self and Social Awareness
Target Audience: All students and families
Date: December 14, 2023
This session focuses on how parents can help children develop self and social awareness. Families will learn how self and social awareness is the foundation of Social Emotional Learning skills.
Presenter: Chavonne Thomas, Coordinator of PWCS Heals, with Prince William County Public Schools
Social Emotional Learning Overview
Focus: Social Emotional Learning Overview
Target Audience: All
Date: October 26, 2023
This session focuses on introducing families and caregivers to social emotional learning and its five competencies. These competencies include self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making skills. Engaging families in social emotional learning can strengthen the home-school partnership and support students' emotional well-being and academic success.
Presenter: Chavonne Thomas, Coordinator of PWCS Heals, with Prince William County Public Schools