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Walker-Grant Middle Wins $5K Grant to Expand Library Collection

Published May 27, 2025 at 1:00PM

The Fredericksburg school was chosen from applicants in 38 states to receive part of more than $1 million awarded this year. The funds will allow Walker-Grant Middle School to enhance its library offerings by purchasing new graphic novels, books in multiple languages, and updating its collection of essays.

The Laura Bush Foundation focuses on helping school libraries with the greatest need and aims to cultivate a love of reading among students. Since its launch in 2002, the foundation has provided $23 million in funding to more than 4,000 schools across the country.

These Stafford Teens Just Graduated from Fire Academy🔥🚒

By Potomac Local News

Published May 25, 2025 at 11:14AM

High School Fire Academy 6 Graduates

STAFFORD, Va. – A new class of future first responders is ready to serve.

In a Facebook post, Stafford County Public Schools congratulated the graduates of High School Fire Academy 6, a program that prepares high school students for careers in fire and emergency services. The photo shows a proud group of students in uniform standing in front of the Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department, smiling with certificates in hand.

Graduation Season Brings Big Changes to Prince William Schools

By Potomac Local News

Published May 23, 2025 at 12:39PM | Updated May 28, 2025 at 7:59AM

🎓 As thousands of high school seniors prepare to walk across the stage in graduation ceremonies across Prince William County, the School Board is set to approve three major policy changes at its next meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

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Falmouth Students Dig Into Real-World Learning With New Garden Project

By Potomac Local News

Published May 23, 2025 at 9:30AM

[Photo: Stafford County Public Schools]

STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Falmouth Elementary School students got a fresh taste of hands-on learning today, thanks to a Project Learning Garden enhancement grant from Cox Enterprises and the Captain Planet Foundation. The school celebrated the expansion of its outdoor classroom during a community event that drew local leaders and education supporters.

Originally built by students in 2017, the school’s learning garden now includes five raised beds filled with organic soil where students grow a variety of vegetables and herbs. With the help of a $500 grant, new gardening tools, a Vitamix blender, and a mobile cooking cart, students harvested their produce and prepared a garden-fresh salad—learning about nutrition, science, and sustainability in the process.

Cyber Students Celebrate Milestone and Look Ahead to the Future

By Potomac Local News

Published May 22, 2025 at 10:30AM

STAFFORD, Va. – Students in the Cyber4+ Cohort I (Class of 2026) from Stafford County Public Schools came together for a special luncheon on Tuesday, May 20, at Robiolina Italian Cuisine. The event, themed “Cyber4+ Reflect – What’s Next,” offered students a chance to reflect on their progress and connect with local mentors in cybersecurity, IT, and public service.

According to a press release from the school division, Cyber4+ launched in 2021 through the Virginia Department of Education’s CTE High School Innovation Grant. The program is a partnership between Stafford County Public Schools, Germanna Community College, GCubed Inc., and the Stafford County Office of Economic Development and Tourism. It helps high school students earn CompTIA certifications and prepares them for jobs in the fast-growing cybersecurity field.

PWCS Students Rule the Court—Again

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Published May 16, 2025 at 8:57AM

RICHMOND, Va. – Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) students have once again claimed top honors at the 47th Annual Model Judiciary Program Supreme Court Round, marking their third consecutive victory at the state level.

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NOVA Grads Pack Arena in One of School’s Biggest Ceremonies Yet

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Published May 16, 2025 at 8:53AM

FAIRFAX, Va. – More than 7,500 Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) students were celebrated this week during one of the college’s largest-ever commencements.

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Prince William Schools Celebrate Nearly 300 Retirees at Hylton Performing Arts Center

By Potomac Local News

Published May 14, 2025 at 11:05AM

[Photo: Prince William County Public Schools]

MANASSAS, Va. – Hundreds gathered last night at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas to honor nearly 300 Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) employees who are retiring this year.

According to PWCS, 278 educators, administrators, and support staff were recognized during the ceremony for their years of dedication to students across the county. The honorees included those who officially submitted retirement notices between April 2024 and April 2025.

Big School Shuffle Coming for Stafford County Elementary Students in 2026

By Potomac Local News

Published May 14, 2025 at 10:31AM

STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Thousands of elementary students in Stafford County will head to different schools starting in the 2026-27 school year, following the School Board’s unanimous approval of a countywide redistricting plan.

The board voted on Tuesday, May 13, to adopt Scenario Lime, a boundary adjustment that prepares for the opening of two new elementary schools currently under construction—Elementary School 18 (ES-18) and Elementary School 19 (ES-19).

Local Graduation Schedules + Big Changes Ahead for Stafford Students

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 14, 2025 at 6:00AM | Updated May 14, 2025 at 11:16AM

Hey Everyone, I’m Uriah Kiser, founder and publisher of Potomac Local News.

Graduation season is here, and we have the full schedule for every local high school. We’re also bringing you highlights from student events across our region and breaking news about a significant elementary school boundary change coming to Stafford County in 2026. Here’s what you need to know.