Information Technology

PWCS provides many options for how schools, teachers, and students can communicate and collaborate.

Contact Information

Help Desk

703-791-8826

Director

AJ Phillips
703-791-8722

Assistant Director

Ken Melnikoff
703-791-7439

Supervisors

  • Information Systems Support - Debbie Miller, 703-791-8954
  • Information Technology Services - Howard Pond, 703-791-7323
  • Network Service and Architecture - Chris Hinzman, 703-791-8732
  • Information Security - Jordan Milbert, 703-791-8946
  • Workstation Support - Scott LaCasse, 703-791-8167
  • Workstation Support - Lucky Davila, 703-791-8794
  • Student Data- Adam Nash, 571-719-8905
  • Instructional Technology - Kim McGee, 703-595-0773
  • Virtual Learning and Innovation - Tim Cruz, 571-374-6900

Information for Students

StudentVUE

Students can access information about their class/courses, track assignments, and view their current grades on StudentVUE. You may access StudentVUE online here, but for the best mobile experience, we encourage you to download the StudentVUE App from either the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

Students can access their StudentVUE account by using their Office 365 username and password. If you have trouble signing in to StudentVUE, please contact your school's Instructional Technology Coach (ITC).

Password Reset

If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it using Password Self-Service. If you experience difficulty with Password Self-Service, please contact your school's Instructional Technology Coach (ITC).

Learning Resources

Microsoft Tools

(Office 365)

Students can create and collaborate anywhere using Office 365, which includes online versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, and more.

Clever

Students can easily access many of our learning resources in Clever. Students sign in to Clever with their Microsoft Office 365 username (append @pwcs-edu.org).

Example: A student's Office 365 username is StudentAB. Their username for signing in to Clever would be StudentAB@pwcs-edu.org

Applications available to all students in Clever include, but are not limited to:

  • Adobe Express
  • Code.org
  • Discovery Education
  • Canva
  • World Book Online

Individual schools may have purchased additional applications that are available to students enrolled in their school.

More Resources

More learning resources are listed in the Office of Instructional Technology's Learning Resources page

Information for Teachers

Communication

When communicating with students and families, teachers should select from the following division-approved applications:

  • Canvas
  • SchoolStatus messaging
  • TeacherVUE
  • Outlook for Business (Office 365)

When communicating with students, teachers should include the students' parents/guardians on the communication.

Virtual Classrooms

Virtual classrooms allow teachers to connect with students, share class/course materials and resources, assign learning activities, and communicate feedback. Teachers should use Canvas and Zoom to set up virtual classrooms.

  • Canvas*

    Canvas can be accessed here

    Using Canvas, teachers can:

    • Provide resources and activities in an organized structure
    • Design learning experiences containing a variety of media
    • Create assignments and provide feedback
  • Zoom

Zoom can be accessed here

Using Zoom Teachers can

  • Host virtual classes with audio and video
  • Share media with students through screen sharing

Learning Resources

General Guidance

Selecting Sites and Apps

When selecting digital learning resources, teachers should check the Supported Software and Web Applications list.

Teachers should use caution if considering learning resources that are not on the Supported Software and Web Applications list. Unapproved applications pose several areas of concern which include, but are not limited to:

  • The mining of student data for marketing purposes
  • Inaccurate and/or unaligned content
  • Age requirements
  • Non-compliance with federal or state student data privacy laws

If you are unsure about a learning resource, please check with your Instructional Technology Coach (ITC) before you use it with students.

Copyrighted Material

Teachers are reminded to be mindful of copyright law. Certain learning experiences, such as reading to your students, while suitable for a physical school environment, have additional considerations in virtual environments. Before you share or transmit copyrighted material, check with your school administrator.

Recommended Applications

Microsoft Tools (Office 365)

Teachers and students can create and collaborate anywhere using Office 365, which includes online versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, and more.

Clever
  • Clever is a single sign-on portal where students can easily access many of our learning resources.
  • Clever can be access using a student's Microsoft Office 365 username (append @pwcs-edu.org)
    Example: A students Office 365 username is StudentAB. Their username for signing-in to Clever would be StudentAB@pwcs-edu.org
  • Applications available to all students in Clever include, but are not limited to:
    • BrainPOP
    • Code.org
    • Kodable
    • Newsela
    • World Book Online

Individual schools may have purchased additional applications that are available to students enrolled in their school.

Teachers can set up their own Teacher Pages in Clever, allowing them to prioritize resources that meet the needs of their students. Information on how to set up Teacher Pages in Clever.

Information for Parents

ParentVUE

Parents can use ParentVUE to access information about their student. Parents can access ParentVUE online, but for the best mobile experience, we encourage you to download the ParentVUE App from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

PWCS Webpages and School Webpages

  • PWCS webpages - www.pwcs.edu has information and updates from the division
  • School webpages - Select your school from the menu in the upper left corner of this webpage, or from the Admin bar on mobile devices to see information and updates about your school.

Online Resouces

  • PWCS provides high quality, cloud-based resources and tools accessible from anywhere and on any device. These resources are used by students to create, publish, communicate and collaborate. A list of resources can be found at this site: Learning Resources
  • PWCS uses a single sign-on portal called, Clever, that allows students to easily access approved resources and tools without creating multiple login credentials. Student Access to Clever
  • Most PWCS schools use Microsoft Office 365, to provide access to class/course/subject content and learning activities, as well as access to applications that will allow them to communicate and collaborate with others. Microsoft Office 365 applications provides learning to happen at a student's own pace or in real time.

Information for Administrators

Communication with Staff

Microsoft Staff Teams (Teams)

Teams is a part of Office 365 and can help facilitate staff communication and collaboration. It can be accessed online, or by desktop and/or mobile app. Administrators can create a Team and invite their staff to join.

Please note: There are several options for creating Teams. Administrators should create a Staff Team.

For help setting up your Staff Team, visit Microsoft Support or contact your Instructional Technology Coach (ITC).

Using Teams, administrators can:

  • Host live staff meetings

    Note: Skype for Business meetings are now called Teams Meetings

  • Hold virtual conferences with individual staff members or CLTs

  • Share information by posting in channels

  • Create a common repository for school files and media

  • Access school records, files, and media anytime from any device

  • Promote virtual collaboration and communication among staff

Considerations for Selecting Digital Learning Resources

Digital learning resources should be purposeful and promote best practices. Digital learning provides opportunities for meaningful, authentic learning. Divisionwide applications and resources, such as SMART Learning Suite online and Discovery Education, promote collaboration, creativity, and cognitive engagement.

As you and your staff select digital learning resources, consider:

  • How will the resource be used for student learning? What are the expected outcomes?
  • Does the resource allow for open-ended projects that are standards-aligned, incorporating students' creativity and personal choices?
  • Does the resource encourage and support self-selected reading?

Before using digital resources with students, please reference the Supported Software and Web Applications list.

Learning resources not on the Supported Software and Web Applications list should not be used, in accordance with Regulations 295-1 and 470-2. Special considerations must be given to student data privacy, which include, but are not limited to:

  • The mining of student data for marketing purposes
  • Inaccurate and/or unaligned content
  • Age requirements
  • Non-compliance with federal or state student data privacy laws

If you are unsure about a learning resource, please check with your Instructional Technology Coach before your staff uses it with students and before purchases are made.

Wi-Fi Availability

If you are in need of internet access for a PWCS device please visit one of the PWCS "Wi-Fi Parking Lots." Please check back for updates and additional schools sites as they are added.

School Address Parking Location Map
Battlefield High School 15000 Graduation Dr.
Haymarket, VA 20169
Battlefield Wi-Fi location
Benton Middle School 7411 Hoadly Rd.
Manassas, VA 20112
Benton Wi-Fi location
Brentsville District High School 12109 Aden Rd.
Nokesville, VA 20181
Brentsville Wi-Fi location
Bull Run Middle School 6308 Catharpin Rd.
Gainesville, VA 20155
Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School 13833 Dumfries Rd.
Manassas, VA 20112
Colgan Wi-Fi location
Edward Kelly Leadership Center 14715 Bristow Rd.
Manassas, VA 20112
Kelly Center Wi-Fi location
Fitzgerald Elementary School 1550 Benita Fitzgerald Dr.
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Fitzgerald Wi-Fi location
Forest Park High School 15721 Forest Park Dr.
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Forest Park Wi-Fi location
Fred M. Lynn Middle School 1650 Prince William Pkwy.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Fred Lynn Wi-Fi location
Freedom High School 15201 Neabsco Mills Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Freedom Wi-Fi location
Gainesville Middle School 8001 Limestone Dr.
Gainesville, VA 20155
Gar-Field High School 14000 Smoketown Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Gar-Field Wi-Fi location
Graham Park Middle School 3613 Graham Park Rd.
Triangle, VA 22172
Graham Park Wi-Fi location
Hampton Middle School 14800 Darbydale Ave.
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Hampton Wi-Fi location
C.D. Hylton High School 14051 Spriggs Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Hylton Wi-Fi location
John Jenkins Elementary School 4060 Prince William Pkwy.
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Jenkins Wi-Fi location
Lake Ridge Middle School 12350 Mohican Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Lake Ridge Middle Wi-Fi location
Marsteller Middle School 14000 Sudley Manor
Bristow, VA 20136
Mullen Elementary School 8000 Rodes Dr.
Manassas, VA 20109
Mullen Wi-Fi location
Old Bridge Elementary School 3051 Old Bridge Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Osbourn Park High School 8909 Euclid Ave.
Manassas, VA 20111
Parkside Middle School 8602 Mathis Ave.
Manassas, VA 20110
Patriot High School 10504 Kettle Run Rd.
Nokesville, VA 20181
Patriot Wi-Fi location
Potomac High School 3401 Panther Pride Dr.
Dumfries, VA 22026
Potomac High Wi-Fi location
Potomac Middle School 3130 Panther Pride
Dumfries, VA 22026
Potomac Middle Wi-Fi location
Potomac View Elementary 14601 Lamar Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Potomac View Wi-Fi location
Reagan Middle School 15801 Tanning House Pl.
Haymarket, VA 20169
Reagan Wi-Fi location
Rippon Middle School 15101 Blackburn Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Rippon Wi-Fi location
River Oaks Elementary School 16950 McGuffeys Trail
Woodbridge, VA 22191
River Oaks Wi-Fi location
Saunders Middle School 13557 Spriggs Rd.
Manassas, VA 20112
Saunders Wi-Fi location
T. Clay Wood Elementary School 10600 Kettle Run Rd.
Nokesville, VA 20181
T. Clay Wood Wi-Fi location
Unity Braxton Middle School 10100 Lomond Dr.
Manassas, VA 20109
Unity Braxton Wi-Fi location
Unity Reed High School 8820 Rixlew Ln.
Manassas, VA 20109
Unity Reed Wi-Fi location
West Gate Elementary 8031 Urbanna Rd.
Manassas, VA 20109
West Gate Wi-Fi location
Woodbridge High School 3001 Old Bridge Rd.
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Woodbridge High Wi-Fi location
Woodbridge Middle School 2201 York Dr.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Woodbridge Middle Wi-Fi location

Department Information and Mission

The Department of Information and Instructional Technology provides the resources necessary to maintain a divisionwide management information system.

The department's priority functions are payroll and general ledger accounting, personnel subsystem, student information systems (attendance, grade reporting, and permanent records), supply and procurement inventory, and infrastructure support.

The department also supports the instructional application of software and maintains a helpdesk service for all users.

The mission of Information and Instructional Technology is to provide the technology, leadership, and services to the division to increase productivity, and redirect both time and money from manual effort, and toward improving productivity and efficiency.

IMS Global Learning Consortium

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PWCS is a proud supporter of the IMS Global Standards First Pledge. As part of a committed community that makes open standards the first and primary choice for education technology integrations, we advocate for standards-based integrations. We believe that achieving and promoting official product certification to open standards enables a better education technology ecosystem and community and believe in fair and open business practices for suppliers. We are passionate about this cause and have taken the Standards First pledge to confirm our support.