by Virginia Mercury Virginia students’ 2022-23 pass rates on the state’s Standards of Learning tests were relatively unchanged compared to the past school year’s rates and remain below pre-pandemic levels, data released by the Department of Education Thursday show. The results show “significant and persistent learning loss in reading and math for Virginia students in […]
by John Reid As a new school year has begun, there are several items that the Prince William County School Board will address as the first meeting will take place at the Edward L. Kelly Leadership Center on Wednesday. One item to note among the Legislative Priorities for the 2024 General Assembly session in January […]
10-year-old Ava N. Simmons (aka Ava the STEM Princess®) and her sister Chynah Jeter of Durham, North Carolina, have partnered with retailers across the U.S. and Canada to launch their Team Genius Squad educational STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Toy Line. Their products include Experiment Coloring Books, DIY Slime, and Experiment Kits that make electricity from […]
Nationwide — Meet J.R. Fenwick (known as “The Stock Flipper”) and Eric V. Johnson (known as “The Options Professor”), the creators of an online game called FLip That Option. The two have been trading in the stock market for over 15 years. After meeting each other over 8 years ago and becoming fast friends and business partners, […]
by John Reid Haymarket, Virginia – Conversations in the Community is expanding its service offerings for students and families to include the Sawubona Learning Collective. “Sawubona is a greeting that means “I see you” in Swahili. It reflects the organization’s approach and deep commitment to growing young minds and engaging families. The way that we […]
Starting a business can be tough! The City Of Manassas is offering resources to help you start your business and begin thriving in the beautiful area of the city of Manassas. The City recognizes that starting, expanding and relocating your business comes with unique costs. They have designed several programs to help you have success! […]
by John Reid On a hot, beautiful summer day, the citizens of Manassas were treated to a living historical dedication of the Manassas Industrial School this past Saturday. Presented by the Manassas Museum, located at the Jennie Dean Memorial site off of Wellington Road, the dedication ceremony featured a welcome by Ms. Jennie Dean (played […]
by Liletta Harlem Caring for a loved one with dementia presents numerous challenges, especially when striving to provide the necessary care while allowing them to age in the comfort of their own home. In the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area, caregivers face unique financial, emotional, and logistical struggles. However, there is a beacon of hope […]
by John Reid As a new academic year commences in Prince William County, there is a sense of optimism among numerous parents who eagerly equip their children for a journey of educational growth. Yet, for Black parents, a myriad of concerns loom large. In the previous year, the PW Perspective engaged with parents who made […]
Dr. Frederick Covington, a professor at Howard University, proudly presents his latest tour de force, Gifted and Black: 365 Days of Black History. Unveiling a unique and empowering concept, this meticulously crafted book challenges the conventional narratives and brings to light the extraordinary contributions of Black individuals who have shaped history. With its daily dose of […]
