Tag: Coronavirus
UDATED: Prince William Schools Releases 3 Possible Plans for Returning to School
Walts asked that the school board come to a consensus on a preferred plan by the end of the meeting before the final vote next week.
Prince William Teachers Rally for Greater Input on School Reopening Plans
Prince William County teachers rallied outside the Kelly Leadership Center, Friday morning, demanding PWCS employees have significant input when planning for reopening schools.
Prince William School Board to Hear Citizen’s Comments Regarding Reopening Schools
The Prince William County School Board will hold an electronic special meeting at 6 p.m. on July 7, 2020, for the purpose of listening to citizen comment regarding school reopening before holding a work session on July 8.
Governor Northam Announces July 1 Date for ‘Phase 3’ of Virginia Reopening
This new phase will fully open many businesses, including restaurants and beverage establishments and retail.
Prince William Schools Asks Supervisors for $42.5 Million for School Re-openings
Prince William County School Division asked the Board of County Supervisors for $42.5 million to make its schools COVID-19 compliant for reopening in the fall semester.
House of Mercy Reopens Thrift Store, Donation Center
House of Mercy is excited to announce the re-opening of the Thrift Store and Donation Center beginning on Monday, June 15, 2020.
OmniRide to Increase Service Levels Starting June 22
Weekday Express service to destinations in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., will run on a Friday schedule, which is one step down from full-service.
PWCS Includes Furlough Clause in 2020-21 Employee Contracts
A new clause in the PWCS employee contract grants the school division the ability to furlough employees in the event of an epidemic or other crisis that would disrupt the school year, or cause schools to close temporarily.
New COVID-19 Cases Continue to Decline in Virginia Despite Phased Openings
Virginia has seen a decrease in new COVID-19 cases even as the Commonwealth has begun to loosen restrictions on businesses.
PWCS Provides Update on 2020-21 School Year
“At this time, we expect to open for in-person learning, as regularly scheduled on August 25. However, PWCS is developing an extensive plan for the potential for required virtual learning, as well as various operational scenarios, and the associated health and safety considerations for staff and students.”
