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A Week of Smiles, Spirit, and New Beginnings
A Week of Smiles, Spirit, and New BeginningsThe 2026-27 school year is off to an exciting start throughout PWCS! From big smiles at bus stops and first-day photos to reconnecting with friends and meeting new teachers, students, and staff, the week was one to remember.
Enjoy the sights and sounds from the first day of school! Welcome back!
Attendance Awareness Month Begins Tomorrow
PWCS proudly recognizes Attendance Awareness Month in September. Regular attendance helps students stay connected to learning and to their school community. Families can help by planning ahead and understanding attendance expectations.
Check Your Student’s Attendance: Families can use ParentVUE to review attendance throughout the school year. Checking regularly helps you stay informed and address concerns early.
Know When Students Have School Days Off: Planning ahead can help protect valuable learning time. When possible, consider scheduling appointments, trips, and other activities for days when students are already off from school. Please view the 2026-27 school calendar to plan ahead.
Know the Difference Between Excused and Unexcused Absences: Sometimes students need to miss school. Understanding what makes an absence excused or unexcused can help families know what to do when an absence occurs. For additional information, visit PWCS attendance guidelines.
If you have questions or concerns about your student’s attendance or need assistance, reach out to your student’s school.
Family Engagement Series
Family Engagement SeriesThe Family Engagement Series provides families with resources that will assist with their student’s success.
- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026: Focus: Healthy Minds, Successful Students – Practical Mental Wellness Routines for Families
- Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026: Focus: Supporting Every Student – Understanding PWCS Child Find and the Parent Resource Center Services
- Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026: Focus: Support Learning at Home – Come See What’s New in English Language Arts and Math
- Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026: Focus: PSAT School Day – What Families Need to Know and How Khan Academy Can Help
Student Vision Profile ️
️Students and families in grades 6 to 12 can access the Student Vision Profile through ParentVUE and StudentVUE in one of the eight correspondence languages.
This profile offers insights on life after high school and optimizing their PWCS experience based on self-discovery assessments. If an assessment wasn’t completed, students can do so anytime by logging in to Naviance. The profile includes:
- Details on personal traits and career interests.
- Career plan pathway information (default is Health Sciences if no assessment was done).
- Suggested action steps for post-high school paths (college, career, military, work).
Visit the Student Vision Profile webpage for more information and feedback surveys.
Build Strong Learning Habits at Home
Build Strong Learning Habits at HomeCreate a consistent study routine with regular study habits.
Establish a daily schedule that includes a dedicated time and quiet location for studying.
Design a distraction-free zone where students can concentrate without interruptions.
Encourage goal setting by helping students identify achievable short-term and long-term academic objectives to keep students motivated.
Break tasks into manageable chunks so assignments feel less overwhelming and can be completed one step at a time.
Collaborate with teachers to support academic success and growth.
