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Prince William Teachers Union Loses Members Amid State-Imposed Trusteeship

Published November 7, 2025 at 8:44AM

Members of PWEA gather around Broderick Dunn (second row, center), the lawyer representing the ousted board in the lobby of the Holiday Inn in Manassas. Members were not allowed to be in the hearing room so many gathered in the hotel lobby to watch a video of the hearing. (Photo courtesy of PWEA)

“The meeting that we had, this representative assembly, was the least democratic thing I’ve ever seen in my entire life. It was truly horrific,” Jayne Cobern, a Prince William Education Association representative, told InsideNoVa. “People are leaving left and right – we are hemorrhaging members.”

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Vocelli Pizza Serves Up Free Pies for Furloughed Families This Thursday

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 9:45PM

“At Vocelli Pizza, we believe that when times get tough, neighbors step up for one another,” Vocelli Pizza North Stafford shared. “Some families shared that they couldn’t make it last time — and we couldn’t let anyone feel left out. So, we’re doing it again.”

As a Partner in Education with Stafford County Schools, the restaurant will offer one free large cheese or pepperoni pizza per furloughed family on Thursday, November 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at its North Stafford location, 44 Mine Road. Families need only present a federal government ID at pickup.

Over 400 Students Participate in Workforce Now Mock Interview Day

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 9:14PM

“Over 400 high school and college students participated in this year’s Workforce Now Mock Interview Day, an incredible event dedicated to preparing our future workforce for career success,” Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Workforce Now announced. “Students had the opportunity to practice real interview skills with local and regional business leaders and receive personalized resume reviews and feedback — helping them gain confidence and refine their professional presence.”

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NOVA Students Can Access Free Food and Personal Care Items

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 9:06PM

“NOVA students can access free food and personal care items at our Nighthawk Nest pantries,” Northern Virginia Community College announced. “See locations and hours here.”

The initiative provides essential support to students facing food insecurity, especially as state and federal nutrition programs adjust. The Nighthawk Nests are stocked with groceries, toiletries, and hygiene products—free to all enrolled students—with pantries available on every NOVA campus.

Osbourn High Students to Appear on ‘It’s Academic’ Television Quiz Show

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 12:36PM

“Osbourn High School’s ‘It’s Academic’ team — made up of students Victoria, Gabrielle, and Marshall — proudly represented MCPS during the show’s 65th season taping on October 25,” Manassas City Public Schools announced. “Special thanks to the team’s coaches, Mrs. Bond, Mr. Iqbal, and Ms. Hagood, as well as Chair Seaberg, Vice-Chair Spall, Ms. Tania, and Mrs. Cook for their support in making this experience possible.”

“We can’t wait to cheer them on when their episode airs January 10 — stay tuned!” the division added.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Issues Executive Order to Reestablish the Presidential Fitness Test in Virginia Schools

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 4, 2025 at 7:44PM

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) held a bill signing ceremony at Beanstalk, an indoor vertical farming company near Manassas. [Photo: Alan Gloss]

The original Presidential Fitness Test began under President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956 and was introduced in schools in 1966 under President Lyndon B. Johnson. It was phased out nationally after 2012, when the federal government replaced it with the Presidential Youth Fitness Program. The change reflected a shift away from ranking students by athletic performance toward a focus on individual health, inclusivity, and lifelong fitness habits.

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Schools Across the Region Closed Tuesday, November 4

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 3, 2025 at 6:20PM

Kindergarten students get off the bus at Park Ridge Elementary School on "transition day," Monday, August 11, 2025. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools]

“Reminder: There will be no school for students on Monday, November 3 or Tuesday, November 4,” Prince William County Public Schools posted.

Fredericksburg City Public Schools also reminded families, “There is no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, November 4, 2025.”

Manassas leaders confirm 1948 Jennie Dean vocational wing; city to return 1914 MIS cottage to campus by 2027

By Potomac Local News

Published November 3, 2025 at 3:00PM

Jennie Dean statue at Jennie Dean Memorial Park in Manassas, honoring the founder of the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth in 1893.

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Prince William Unveils Design for 14th High School Amid Declining Enrollment Debate

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 3, 2025 at 2:00PM

Prince William County school leaders unveiled the design of the division’s long-planned 14th high school — a light-filled, environmentally conscious building they say will redefine how students learn and connect.

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ICYMI: Happening tonight: Stafford’s 15th Annual “Band Together to Fight Hunger”

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 3, 2025 at 7:00AM

(Photo: Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

A countywide showcase of music and community spirit will return next month as Stafford County’s five high school marching bands come together for the 15th annual Band Together to Fight Hunger event.

Event coordinator Deb Pickeral and the drum majors representing each high school announced plans for this year’s concert during a presentation before the Stafford County School Board.