A major update this year: all schools are going cell phone-free. Elementary and K-8 students must keep phones off and put away all day, including field trips. Middle and high schoolers must store devices from bell to bell—even during instructional periods. Parents who need to reach their child can still call the school office.
PWCS buses will be rolling bright and early, covering up to 11 million miles this year. Families are encouraged to check ParentVUE or the new EZ A2B app tonight to confirm updated bus stops and times.
The division is also reminding families to review emergency preparedness terms and keep contact info current in ParentVUE to stay informed.
Not sure where to start? PWCS has gathered everything in one place—including calendars, safety tips, and downloadable signs for first-day photos—on its Back to School page.
Here’s the full press release:
PWCS is excited to welcome students, families, and staff back for a new school year tomorrow. To help you prepare, head to the Back to School webpage for everything you need to know.
All PWCS schools will begin the year with the new cell phone-free education policy designed to support student success. Elementary/K-8: phones off and stored all day. Middle/High: phones off during bell-to-bell and instruction time.
The PWCS Transportation Department safely transports more than 60,000 students daily. Their 800+ buses travel 10–11 million miles a year. Expect increased traffic and review bus schedules in ParentVUE or StudentVUE. Download the EZ A2B app for real-time updates.
PWCS uses clear, standardized crisis terms. Visit the Crisis Preparedness page and make sure your ParentVUE info is up to date to receive emergency notifications.
Stay connected all year long through ParentVUE, the EZ A2B app, social media, and PWCS’s “5 to Thrive” newsletter. Calendars and downloadable first-day signs are also available.
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