by Jennifer Roberts Conversations in the Community is proud to sponsor the H.O.U.S.E. (Helping Our Unique School Excel) after school club at Bull Run Middle School (Gainesville). The club provides a safe space for students and staff members to share about their experiences in school, evaluate what they love about school and explore areas that […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury Before the new class of General Assembly members takes office in January, they are facing a push from local government leaders to quickly address Virginia’s historical underfunding of its school divisions. In September, the General Assembly convened a group to examine how the state’s funding formulas could be updated to […]
by Sasha Newsuan Smith Here is a crisis of the classroom in Prince William County, that’s turning out to be the worst kept and poorly timed secret. Meet Sasha Newsuan Smith. She’s a retired, disabled Army Veteran, a federal employee, and more importantly a mother to Porter Traditional School 8th grader, Josiah Newsuan Alexander. Josiah […]
This article is by Conversations in the Community Our students are depending on us to support them including in their educational journeys. With so many challenges facing students and educators, our involvement as parents/guardians remains an integral part of our students’ success. Join us virtually on Tuesday, November 21st at 7:30 p.m. for “Advocating for Our Children: What Do We Need […]
As Virginia’s premier Anti-racist media publication, we at PW Perspective have a duty to support candidates who will bring positive change to the community. At a time when our schools and teachers are under attack from the far-right, it’s more important than ever to ensure that our school board will stand up and fight for […]
Software Engineer and Coding Instructor Ronesha D. Dennis has released a four-book coding series for children titled Coding with Cornell and a beginner coding book for adult learners titled, Python, the Relatable Way: For the Future Coder Who’s Never Written a Line of Code. Ronesha, who always displayed an interest in coding as a child, feared committing to […]
The Dumfries Town Council has taken a significant stride towards the future with the official adoption of a visionary Strategic Plan. This historic decision, reached during the Town Council meeting held on October 17, 2023, signifies a transformational era for our beloved town. This collaborative effort has united Town Council members, dedicated staff, and engaged […]
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently saw a staff presentation on the Small Business Project Management program (SBPM), which is aimed at helping small businesses obtain permits more efficiently. The Prince William County Department of Development Services created its Commercial Project Management Program in 2013 to help businesses through the permitting process. The […]
In the face of ongoing challenges to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education, a groundbreaking new book titled Black Women’s Pathways to Executive Academic Leadership has been released, offering a powerful and timely exploration of the experiences and challenges faced by Black women leaders in community colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and predominantly White […]
In a visionary quest to reverse the staggering loss of land and property faced by African Americans over the centuries, Kelvin Harris, a dedicated financial consultant, real estate investor, and author, has embarked on a mission that could redefine the trajectory of African American communities nationwide. With a profound vision of how crowdfunding can be a […]
