Postcards will be mailed out to all 8th grade students informing them of these events.
Eighth-grade students and their parents are invited to investigate the variety of specialty programs available to students as high school options. Two general information sessions will introduce PWCS specialty programs and offer an overview of the application process. Representatives from specialty programs, career and technical education, and JROTC programs will be present to answer your questions.
Information presentations will be offered in both English and Spanish.
Stonewall Jackson High School
Monday, October 22, 2018
7 - 9 p.m.
(Western programs - Battlefield, Brentsville,
Patriot, Stonewall Jackson)
Gar-Field High School
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
7 - 9 p.m.
(Eastern programs - Forest Park, Gar-Field, Potomac, Woodbridge)
County-wide programs will attend both evenings
(Colgan, Freedom, GS&IP, Hylton, Osbourn Park)
View the PWCS Specialty Programs webpage for more information.
INFORMATION ABOUT SCHOOL SPECIFIC PROGRAMS AND HOW TO APPLY:
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS APPLICATIONS
NEED SOME HELP DECIDING WHAT YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PURSUING? Go to http://www.vacareerview.org/ and explore careers based on what your interests!
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Moving On Up - Transition to High School
Parent Meeting - October 8 - 9:30 - 10:30 am in the cafeteria to see what to expect in 8th grade and beyond!
Click
Transition to High School 2018-2019 to see what was discussed concerning 8th grade requirements, high school requirements and options that are available for our students. It's not too early to start thinking ..... high school scheduling starts in January! Students will be getting this presentation the week of October 16. Most Specialty Program applications are due Feb 1, 2019!
High School Course Catalog is here! 2019-2020 High School Catalog
School
Information Nights: November 14, 2018 and January 14, 2019 @ 7:00 p.m.
Osbourn Park High School
Information Nights: November 28, 2018 and January 9, 2019 @ 6:30 p.m.
OSBOURN PARK HIGH SCHOOL is holding a New Student Orientation Thursday, April 4, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Osbourne Park. Learn about our specialty programs • meet department representatives • meet club sponsors • meet athletic coaches • learn about clubs and organizations • attend informative breakout sessions!
Patriot High School
Information Nights: November 1, 2018 and January 16, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m.
Class Scheduling: February 7
On Wednesday, January 16th from 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Patriot High School will be holding an Information Event for rising 9th grade students that will include:
1. 9th Grade Parent Orientation Information
a. Registration Process
b. Levels of Classes
c. Helpful Reference Material
d. 9th grade Schedules
e. Graduation Requirements
2. Specialty Programs Information
a. AP Scholars
b. Culinary
c. Project Lead the Way
d. Building Trades
e. Teachers for Tomorrow
3. Electives Fair in Commons 2
a. Stay after the presentation to learn more about the electives that are offered to all incoming freshmen and beyond.
Parents and students should enter through door 28 and report immediately to the auditorium; the electives fair will follow.
Stonewall Jackson High School Announcements
Information Nights: November 15, 2018 and January 10, 2019 @ 6:30
* Counselors will be coming here to schedule students on Feb. 6 during PE classes. Scheduling information:
Parent Information Letter - English
Parent Information Letter - Spanish
Electives Course Descriptions
Course Request Form - Worksheet
Counselor Assignment
Powerpoint Presentation for Scheduling: Copy and paste web address in new browser window
https://pwcps-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/lewisj_pwcs_edu/EYwArQfefNpArXGkwbjlRiYB_PtcQI-zVWx1bSHHKqH6iQ?e=4%3afMzgqq%3aorigemail&at=9
* 9th grade Orientation will be in April - more info to come.
Thomas Jefferson School of Technology
Important Dates for 2018-2019 Winter Round
Monday, September 3 Applications available online – 4:00 p.m.
Friday, September 28 Application Deadline - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 10 Test Day
Friday, November 16 Accommodations Test Day
Saturday, November 17 Inclement Weather date for Test Day on November 10
Friday, January 18 Semifinalist Notification – posted on Portal
Friday, January 25 Entry by Applicants of Teacher
Recommendation Information
Saturday, February 9 Essay/SIS Administration Day
Friday, February 15 Essay/SIS Accommodations
Saturday, February 16 Inclement Weather Date for Essay/SIS Administration
Friday, February 22 Inclement Weather Date for Essay/SIS Accommodations
Tuesday, April 30 Final Notifications Released On or Before (Per Regulation)
THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR FRESHMAN WINTER ROUND APPLICANTS (TJHSST CLASS OF 2023) IS SEPTEMBER 28 by 4:00 p.m.
2018-19 Governor's School
Could a Regional Governor's School Be in Your Future?
PWCS students have two great options to explore a Governor’s School for high school, The Governor’s School @ Innovation Park and Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. Find out more at one of two information sessions held at George Mason University, Science & Tech Campus, Bull Run Hall, Room 130:
• October 13, 9 a.m., and
• December 8, 9 a.m.
View the announcement for details.
Click here for more information about this program in cooperation with George Mason University.