Welcome (or welcome back) to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet the Principal.” With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it’s important to get to know the folks in their new roles. The series launched on Monday with Gainesville Middle's, Edward Schultz and continued on Wednesday with Rockledge Elementary's Catherine Dennis.
Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.
Today, get to know Kathleen Poe, the new principal of King Elementary School in Dale City. Poe is a Prince William county native, PWCS graduate and has been teaching in the district since 2012. Most recently, she's served as assistant principal at Covington-Harper Elementary.
Why Prince William County, and why King Elementary?
I am a PWCS graduate! I attended Lake Ridge Elementary, Lake Ridge Middle School, Marstellar Middle School and Brentsville High School. After graduating from Radford University, I came back home to PWCS and haven't looked back! I have taught second through fifth grade at Leesylvania Elementary and Covington Harper Elementary. Most recently, I was the assistant principal at Covington Harper Elementary.King Elementary has felt like home for me since day one. The community and staff have been so welcoming. King is a hidden gem in PWCS. I love that it is a neighborhood school with a diverse population. We have over 26 home languages spoken at home
How will you bring your experience as a teacher and assistant principal to your new role as principal in PWCS?
I am a lifelong learner. I have always been passionate about education and believe that as a principal, I can make a significant impact on both students and teachers.
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At the Aug. 27 regular meeting, the Manassas City School Board unanimously adopted a draft budget schedule for fiscal year 2026, which would start on July 1, 2025.
The first budget work session will take place on Oct. 1 in the Manassas City Public School's central office and they will discuss MCPS' capital improvement plan. The expected adoption date is to be determined, but the Board will present the budget to City Council in a joint meeting on April 2, 2025, at the Public Safety Facility (9608 Grant Ave.).
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The Historic Manassas Train Depot waiting room and restrooms will be closing for renovations Thursday and open back up on Sept. 5.
The offices will be closed from Thursday through Sept 4. and staff will be working remotely. They can be reached by email or by leaving a message at 703-361-6599. Staff will return on Sept. 5 at 9 a.m.
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Prince William County Police sent a release at 2:34 p.m. on Wednesday requesting public assistance in locating a 17-year-old girl in the Manassas area of the county.
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*MISSING ENDANGERED JUVENILE:Â The Prince
William County Police Department is asking for the public's help locating Maritza AMBROCIO-CHAVEZ, who was last seen leaving her home on Willoughby Ln. in the Manassas area of Prince William County around 9:00 a.m. on August 28. Maritza also sent concerning messages to family members and drove away from the residence in a 2013 Black Nissan Altima with Virginia license plates: TKX-4762, on the morning of August 28. Maritza is believed to be missing under voluntary circumstances and may be in need of assistance which qualifies her as being listed as endangered. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of this person is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703-792-6500 or your local police department.
Maritza AMBROCIO-CHAVEZ, is described as a Hispanic female, 17 years of age, 5’3”, 125lbs with black hair, pierced ears, brown eyes, and scars on her arms and thighs
She was last seen wearing a black t-shirt outlined with green, and red/green Christmas-style pants.
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Welcome to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet the Principal.” With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it’s important to get to know the folks in their new roles. The series launched on Monday with Gainesville Middle School's new principal, Edward Schultz.
Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.
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As early voting for the fall 2024 election approaches, Potomac Local News is dedicated to informing the community about candidates vying for one of three open seats on the Manassas City Council and the mayor’s seat.
To help voters make an informed decision, we are continuing a new feature series, “One-Question Manassas City Council Candidate Survey.” This series will run throughout the campaign season, offering insights into each candidate’s stand on key issues affecting our city. Our third one, which ran on Aug. 16, focused on commercial airline services.
The candidates are given 10 days to respond to a Google Form, and their answers will be compiled into a single post on PotomacLocalNews.com. This format lets voters quickly compare the candidates’ views on critical issues, helping them make an informed choice come election day.
Today’s topic: Data centers.
The candidates were asked: The recent approval of data centers near the Manassas National Battlefield Park has sparked significant debate regarding their impact on the environment, local infrastructure, and property values. What is your position on the development of data centers in Manassas City, and how do you plan to address the concerns related to environmental impact, increased utility rates, and the overall strain on city resources? How would you ensure that the economic benefits promised by these projects are realized while mitigating negative impacts on the community?
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It feels so good to be back! pic.twitter.com/gpslX0cO9a
— PWCS (@PWCSNews) August 20, 2024
Superintendent Dr. McDade has been around the division visiting schools to kick off the first week! pic.twitter.com/WlVbqvfpJe
— PWCS (@PWCSNews) August 21, 2024
?Class of 2025 Senior Sunrise! What a great way to start the day!#WeAreColgan ??@PWCSNews pic.twitter.com/Gsb6RI5igQ
— Colgan High School (@colganhs) August 23, 2024
?Class of 2025 Senior Sunrise! What a great way to start the day!#WeAreColgan ??@PWCSNews pic.twitter.com/Gsb6RI5igQ
— Colgan High School (@colganhs) August 23, 2024
First Week Rewind: Superintendent Dr. McDade visited schools around the division last week! pic.twitter.com/hPN7cmNDGq
— PWCS (@PWCSNews) August 26, 2024
ARTFactory announced Talya Conroy as the new chief executive officer on Aug. 23 in a press release.
“It is an honor to serve our community in this capacity. I am humbled by the trust the Board of Directors has in me, and incredibly thankful to the ARTfactory staff, volunteers and patrons for all that they do for our amazing organization," Conroy said. "I always like to say we are just getting started, and I cannot wait to see what the ARTfactory has in store for us in the many years to come.”
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Welcome to a new Potomac Local News series, "Meet the Principal." With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it's important to get to know the folks in their new roles.
Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.
Today, get to know Edward Schultz, the principal of Gainesville Middle School. Schultz has spent more than 20 years in the classroom and was assistant principal before his promotion to principal at GMS. He's been with PWCS since 2012.
Why Prince William County, and why Gainesville Middle School?
Schultz: I've been a part of Prince William County Public Schools since 2012, serving as a teacher, football coach, assistant principal and now principal. Moving from New York, where I previously taught, I was drawn to PWCS by the Gainesville community and the high achievement of the schools. Over the years, the division's commitment to growing and supporting its staff has kept me here. As a parent with children in Prince William County Public Schools, I’ve seen firsthand the quality of education and the positive impact our division has on our students.Gainesville Middle School is especially meaningful to me, as it’s not just where I work: it’s my community. I live in Gainesville, and my children will one day walk these halls with me. Having served as assistant principal here before becoming principal in March, I’ve had the privilege of seeing the school’s strengths and potential up close. It’s an honor to lead this school community, which is truly home for me and my family.
How will you bring your experience to your new role as principal in PWCS?
Throughout my career, I’ve always been driven by the belief that no student should ever fall through the cracks. My years as a teacher taught me the importance of meeting each student where they are, keeping the bar raised high for all of our students, and ensuring they have the support they need to succeed. With more than 20 years in the classroom, I’ve seen the challenges and triumphs that both students and teachers face daily. These experiences have shaped my approach to leadership — one that is rooted in empathy, understanding, and a relentless focus on student success. Being at Gainesville Middle School as assistant principal before stepping into the principal role has also given me a deep understanding of our school community and its unique needs and strengths, which I’m committed to working through in partnership with our families, students, staff, and division leaders.
