Prince William County Public Schools: A Message From Dr. LaTanya McDade

July 1, 2021

2021 College Aid: How Dale City Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Dale City area high schools.

Prince William County Public Schools: PWCS Shares Results Of American Rescue Plan Elementary And Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund ...

PWCS is a recipient of the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief ("ARP ESSER") Fund, under section 2001 ...

Prince William County Public Schools: PWCS Appoints Catherine Porter-Lucas As Associate Superintendent For Middle Schools

Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) has appointed Catherine Porter-Lucas as associate superintendent for middle schools. Porter- ...

$1,600 COVID Bonus For Prince William Teachers Proposed By Board

The Prince William County School Board will consider authorizing a $1,600 bonus for school employees for their work during the pandemic.

Prince William County Public Schools: Prince William County Student Awarded National Merit Scholarship

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) named Patriot High School Class of 2021 graduate Abigail Lacuesta a 2021 National Meri ...

Prince William County Public Schools: Public Input Wanted For American Rescue Plan Emergency Funding

PWCS is a recipient of the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief ("ARP ESSER") Fund, under section 2001 ...

Prince William County Public Schools: The Virginia Junior Academy Of Science Announced Student Award Winners At This Year's Science Symp ...

The Virginia Junior Academy of Science (VJAS) held its 80th annual meeting and research symposium in a virtual format. The VJAS inducted ...

SPARK Awards More Than 30 Scholarships To 2021 Seniors

SPARK, the education foundation for Prince William County Public Schools, has awarded scholarships to 47 graduating high school seniors.

Prince William County Public Schools: 2021 Graduation Dates Announced

UPDATE: The following graduation dates, times, and locations have been announced for Prince William County Public Schools high school st ...

Prince William County Public Schools: Six PWCS Counseling Programs Recognized As RAMP Winners

Despite the curveball we were thrown in 2020, six PWCS school counseling programs managed to hit it out of the park. The American School ...

Honoring The Class Of 2021: Dwayne Chandler Of Colgan

Dale City Patch is celebrating graduates for their accomplishments.

Celebrate Your 2021 Graduate On Dale City Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Dale City Patch.

Gar-Field High School Announces New Mascot Finalists

In a letter to the community on Tuesday, Gar-Field principal Matthew Mathison identified four finalists for the school's new mascot.

FAFSA Completions Down In VA: How Dale City Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Dale City area high schools.

Dale City Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The share of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Prince William County.

PWCS Student Wins Aeronautics Design Competition

Forest Park High School and Governor’s School @ Innovation Park student Eleanor Sigrest won the 2020 Design/Build/Launch competition.

PWCS Retains Title As Top Heart Hero In Virginia

PWCS is No. 1 in the state as the top school division for participation and promotion of heart health with the American Heart Association.

School Division Named A Top Employer In Virginia On Forbes’ 2020 List Of Best Employers

Forbes has ranked Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) as 11th in Virginia in its ranking of America’s best employers.

Curbside Pickup For Weekly Grocery Kits In Prince William County

PWCS will continue to prepare and serve to-go meals throughout the first quarter at 52 feeding sites (see below).

Thanks For The Cookies, The Laughter, And Especially The Leadership - Amy White, Associate Superintendent For Human Resources, Retires

Amy White, associate superintendent for human resources, a strong advocate for listening and helping others find their voice, is retiring.

Back To School Message From Dr. Walts

In Prince William County's school opening

Prince William County Human Rights Student Leadership Council Wins Virginia Association Of Counties’ Best Achievement Award

Prince William County students received the prestigious award.

Dr. Walts' Update From The Aug. 19 School Board Meeting, Prince William County

The Prince William County School Board met Aug. 19 to receive updated information from Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Steve Walts.

Talented Unity Reed High School Art Teacher Taylor McManus’ Artwork Featured In “Newsweek” Magazine

McManus drew a portrait of Patrisse Cullors that was selected to accompany an article in “Newsweek."

[RANKINGS] Dale City Best High School Neighborhoods

See if your neighborhood goes to one of the Top High School in Dale City!

[RANKINGS] Dale City Best Elementary School Neighborhoods

See if your neighborhood goes to one of the Top Elementary School in Dale City!

Dale City Elementary Schooler Honored For 'Making The Right Call'

Fourth grader Ayleen received an award from Prince William County for bravely calling 911 when her brother had an emergency.

Prince William County 2017-18 School Calendar: First Day Aug. 28

Here are some important dates to keep in mind regarding the Prince William County 2017-18 School Calendar. The first day is Aug. 28.

Get Back to the Books

NEA’s “Read Across America” is a Great Time to Start the Reading Habit

Best Elementary Schools in Dale City Area 2016

A look at rankings for area schools, based on school results, student and parent surveys, and ratings for teachers.

#3 High School in the Nation: Application Period Now Open for Fairfax County School

Students have until Oct. 16 to apply for 2016-2017 class at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.

Train Hits Pedestrian, Virginia Native a Hero in France Attack, State's 100 Best Private High Schools: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including Oscar winners challenging school's Confederate name. Plus, how to share your local news at Patch.

Virginia's Top Schools, Officer in Court on Murder Charge, Airliner Accident at Dulles: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including a "super strain" of head lice in Virginia. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Virginia Lottery's Record-Breaking Year Pays $534 Million to Public Schools

Lottery profits cleared $500 million for only the second time ever, while lotto players hauled in more than $1 billion.

Seven Local High Schools With Best Teacher Ratings

Thomas Jefferson has something else to brag about, but they're not alone this time. How did your school perform?

SACC Registration in Fairfax County Open for 2015-16 and 2016-17

SACC offers before- and after-school care five days a week, and also operates during school breaks and vacations.

Proposed Solutions to Potential FCPS Budget Cuts Continue Rolling In

County residents can propose solutions to a possible $100 million budget shortfall, or can vote in support of someone else's suggestion.

The Class of 2015 Is Getting Ready To Graduate

Here's a schedule of high school graduation ceremonies in Woodbridge and Prince William County.

Weather Decision from Prince William County Schools for Friday

Difficult weather conditions expected March 6 have schools acting early to protect students and staff.

Weather Decision from Prince William County Schools

Snow expected to continue falling into the morning, with additional accumulation.