500 Teachers, Counselors Joining Prince William County Schools

Approximately 500 new teachers and counselors will join more than 5,000 educators in Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) this fall, PWCS announced.

These new educators will participate in a three-day orientation program, Aug. 22–23 at and Aug. 24 at teachers’ schools.

The PWCS teacher orientation and induction program is underwritten by Apple Federal Credit Union Education Foundation and sponsored by the Department for Human Resources and Office of Professional Learning. 

“This is always an exciting time for us,” said Amy White, director of Human Resources. “Our teachers are committed to making a difference in the lives of students. They are so full of energy and excitement when they come together and meet other new teachers.” 

The School Division’s induction program provides all teachers and counselors new to PWCS professional growth opportunities throughout the year that promote student achievement and teacher success.

A release from PWCS said that the program aims to build a support system for these new staff members as they are faced with the diverse learning needs of students. Following the three-day orientation, teachers and counselors will receive ongoing support from their school principal, lead mentor, and mentor.