Edward L. KellyLeadership Center

Thursday, October 26, 2017

School BoardMr. Ryan Sawyers

Chairman

Mrs. Lillie G. JessieVice Chairman

Occoquan District

Mr. William J. Deutsch Mr. Gil Trenum Coles District Brentsville District

Ms. Diane L. Raulston Mr. Justin David Wilk Neabsco District Potomac District

Mrs. Alyson A. Satterwhite Ms. Loree Y. Williams Gainesville District Woodbridge District

Superintendent of SchoolsDr. Steven L. Walts

Superintendent’s StaffMr. Keith A. Imon

Deputy Superintendent

Mr. William G. BixbyAssociate Superintendent for Middle Schools

Mr. David S. ClineAssociate Superintendent for Finance and Support Services

Mr. R. Todd EricksonAssociate Superintendent for Central Elementary Schools

Mrs. Rita Everett GossAssociate Superintendent for Student Learning and Accountability

Mrs. Jarcelynn M. HartAssociate Superintendent for Western Elementary Schools

Mrs. Denise M. HuebnerAssociate Superintendent for Eastern Elementary Schools

Mr. Keith J. JohnsonAssociate Superintendent for Human Resources

Mr. Philip B. KavitsAssociate Superintendent for Communications and Technology Services

Mr. Michael A. MulgrewAssociate Superintendent for High Schools

Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) does not discriminate in employment or in its educational programs and activities against qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity,

sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. The following individual will handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination

polices, including Section 504 and Title IX:

Associate Superintendent for Human ResourcesPrince William County Public Schools, P.O. Box 389, Manassas, VA 20108

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SPARK Education Foundation

Founded in 1989, the mission of SPARK is to engage community partners to fund and promote initiatives that enhance educational excellence.

Board of Directors

President Jonathan Arehart, CavendoVice President Dawn Davis, Apple Federal Credit UnionTreasurer Michael Pybus, BB&TSecretary Zuzana Steen, Micron

Radhika Bajaj, Bookworm CentralDanielle Barger, AlphaBEST Education, Inc.Steve Clark, Raspberry Golf ManagementHeidi Dykstra, Chick-fil-AMichele Eckhardt, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Cindy Fithian, NOVECKim Golanski, Novant Health UVA Health SystemMolly Grove, George Mason UniversityJeff Heffelman, Dominion Virginia PowerDavid Hish, Joyce Koons Honda Buick GMCHarry Horning II, Harry H. Horning Financial Services Keith Imon, PWC Public SchoolsDebbie Jones, Prince William Chamber of CommerceDalena Kanouse, Military Child Education CoalitionChad Knights, Northern Virginia Community CollegeDr. Babur B. Lateef, MD, Advanced OphthalmologyMary McGowan, Esq., Division Counsel, PWC School BoardDr. Robert Melvin, PWC National Society of Black Engineers Junior (PWC NSBE Jr.)Bishop Eugene Reeves, Restoring Lives CDCBilly Riggs, Moseley ArchitectsRyan Sawyers, PWC School BoardMarie Schuler, ComcastHeather R. Steele, Esq., Compton & Duling, L.C.Dr. Steven L. Walts, PWC Public SchoolsAndre Williams, Lockheed Martin

Excellent Schools Are Everyone’s BusinessMessage from the President,

Mr. Jonathan Arehart of Cavendo Corporation

I am pleased to have the opportunity to serve as president of the SPARK Board of Directors for the 2017-18 school year. I have been directly involved with Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) for many years and have benefitted firsthand from the support of SPARK as a former student. As president of the Board, I am delighted to be able to leverage support for students, teachers, and staff to strengthen the foundation of education in this World-Class School Division.

Supported by donations from local businesses, SPARK raises funds for Prince William County teachers and schools, as well as for School Division departments, staff, and offices, through our Innovative Grants Program. These funds allow schools and departments to implement programs that would not be possible otherwise. The Foundation continues to support the use of our enhanced web presence in all Division schools, and continues to support students pursuing careers in teaching through the Dr. Edward L. Kelly Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Each year we embark upon initiatives to help make education brighter for our students. We now support more than fifteen scholarship funds; play a vital role in the Virginia Student Training and Refurbishment (VA STAR) Program; provide clothes and gifts to families in need via our Holiday Helpers initiative; provide support for Robotics teams in all of our schools; and continue to bring awareness to the importance of early childhood education through support of Smart Beginnings Greater Prince William.

The support that SPARK is able to leverage enriches students’ lives every day. These children are the basis for our community’s future growth and prosperity, and it is only possible to build on that strong foundation with the continued support of our corporate and community partnerships. The quality of our schools is more than simply a desirable community feature. A strong PWCS is vital for the future success of our county, state, and nation. With the experience and determination of the SPARK Board of Directors, we can guarantee that our success will only continue to strengthen PWCS.

We invite you to offer support for the Foundation’s initiatives and help provide opportunities for PWCS students to reach their greatest potential. Your involvement will be tremendously rewarding to you and to our community’s students. To find out more go to www.poweredbyspark.org or contact Sharon Henry, Executive Director of SPARK, at henrysw@pwcs.edu or 703.791.8001.

Sincerely,

Jonathan ArehartPresident SPARK

Superintendent’s Business BreakfastThursday, October 26, 2017

8 - 10 a.m.

8 a.m. Registration, Networking, Visit Displays Background Music Osbourn Park High School Strings Ensemble Brian Smith, Orchestra Director8:25 a.m. Welcome Remarks and Introduction of Dignitaries Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Gabriel “Ricky” Morales, Brentsville District High School Student Presentation of Colors Stonewall Jackson High School Air Force JROTC Darryl J. Robinson, Lt Col, USAF (retired), Instructor

8:35 a.m. Sponsors’ Podium Time AlphaBEST Education, Inc. Dominion Energy Lockheed Martin Micron Moseley Architects Youth for Tomorrow8:55 a.m. Breakfast Served9:10 a.m. School Board Remarks Mr. Ryan Sawyers, PWC School Board Chairman 9:20 a.m. Keynote Speech, State of the Schools Dr. Steven L. Walts, Superintendent of Schools10:00 a.m. Event Concludes

Thank you for joining us and showing your support for the students, educators, and staff of Prince William County Public Schools.

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors2017 Superintendent’s Business Breakfast

Foundation SponsorsAlphaBEST Education, Inc.

Dominion EnergyLockheed Martin

MicronMoseley Architects

Youth for Tomorrow

Grant SponsorBookworm Central

Scholarship SponsorsApple Federal Credit Union

Compton & Duling, L.C.Northern Virginia Community College

Novant Health UVA Health SystemSentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

ONE DAY HE MAY LOOK BACK AND SAY THAT

THE FUTURE STARTED HERE.

At Lockheed Martin, when we envision the future, we see a world of never-ending possibility. But that future will never be realized unless we prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s challenges. We’re committed to partnering with civic leadership, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and local businesses to help the next generation thrive and grow.

Learn more at lockheedmartin.com

AT LOCKHEED MARTIN,WE’RE ENGINEERING A BETTER TOMORROW.

© 2015 LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION

Thank you to everyone who helped make this breakfast possible!

Office of the ArtsOffice of Career and Technical Education

Office of Community and Business EngagementOffice of Community RelationsOffice of Facilities Management

Office of Media Production ServicesOffice of School Food and Nutrition ServicesOsbourn Park High School String Ensemble

Stonewall Jackson High School Air Force JROTC

DominionEnergy.com

Education is at the core of what we believe.

Supporting a strong, successful education systemis an investment in today’s communities

and tomorrow’s leaders.

When it comes to improving lives and building better communities, knowledge is power. That’s why Dominion Energy provides financial support for education at all levels, from kindergarten through college. And by focusing on programs that develop leaders in science and technology, we’re helping lay the groundwork for future economic growth. To learn more about how we’re putting our energy to work educating today’s young people, visit dominionenergy.com/foundation.

On Display TodayArtwork from Our StudentsSeveral elementary school art classes were asked to contribute centerpieces for this event, and they graciously provided the pieces you see on your tables today. Our heartfelt thanks to the following schools for participating: • Bennett Elementary School • Cedar Point Elementary School • Colgan High School

Robotics ShowcasePrince William County Public Schools partners with BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Micron, Orbital, and UNO Chicago Grill to support Robotics in all Division schools. The following school teams are here with us today: • FIRST LEGO League (FLL) – Old Bridge Elementary School • FRC–BattlefieldHighSchool • SeaPerch – Forest Park High School • VEX – Benton Middle School • VEX IQ – Glenkirk Elementary School

Partnering with schools and their communities to spreadthe love of reading and the practice of life-long learning.

Our Offerings:-Fundraising Book Fairs -Literacy Programs-Collaborative Literacy Projects -Bulk Book Orders

12193 Livingston Road,Manassas, VA 20109

(703) 367-0045www.bookwormcentral.com

Innovative Grant Winners - 2016-17 Award CycleSPARK awards its “Innovative Grants” to Division teachers, schools, and departments that propose exciting and creative new ways to enhance education for our students. $86,610 was awarded in 2016-17 to the following (several of whom you see here today): • Belmont Elementary School “Document Cameras for Belmont Elementary School Staff & Students” • Bennett Elementary School “Using Multisensory Instruction to Foster Language & Literacy Development” • Benton Middle School “Exploration of Groundwater Pollution” • Beville Middle School “Creating a College Going Culture in Middle School” • Brentsville District High School “Biodiversity & Ecosystem Loss in National Park System” • Coles Elementary School “Tactile Books” • Colgan High School “Screen Printing Press and Vinyl Press” • Fitzgerald Elementary School “Learning to Read, Reading to Learn” • Glenkirk Elementary School “T.R.A.IN.S. - Technology and Reading Achievement IN Our Schools” • Graham Park Middle School “After School Success with Career & College Readiness”

2017 Business Partners of the YearThe PWCS Office of Community and Business Engagement and its Business Partnership Advisory Council select several school-to-business partnerships each year to highlight for their ongoing success and their implementation of “best practices.” This year’s honorees are: C&AScientificandPWCSOfficeofScienceand Family Life UnitedStatesPatentandTradeOfficeand Mountain View Elementary School Wells Fargo and Benton Middle School

2017 Business Leader in Education Dr. Robert Melvin (Prince William County National Society of Black Engineers Junior) and Graham Park Middle School

2017 Community Partner of the Year Prince William County Police Department and Minnieville Elementary School

• Rosa Parks Elementary School “Peace Pathway: Anti-Bullying Campaign” • Rippon Middle School “Science Exploration – A Hands-on Approach to Learning” • Saunders Middle School “Charged Up About Circuits” • Stonewall Middle School “Read Across the Content” • Triangle Elementary School “WRAP World Rhythms!”

• Vaughan Elementary School “Hands on Minds on Science to Support All Students” • West Gate Elementary School “Technology to Promote English Language Development” • Williams Elementary School “Fourth Graders Love Science” • Woodbine Preschool “‘In the Bag’ - Enhancing Early Childhood Education at Home Through Family Engagement”

• Loch Lomond Elementary School “iPads for STEM Education” • McAuliffe Elementary School “Lights, Camera, Let’s Put iPads into Action!” • Mullen Elementary School “Innovative & Interactive Math with Osmo” “Jamestown Alive at Mullen” • New Dominion Alternative School “Rebound K-5 Library” • Patriot High School “Community Book & Read Project: Hidden Figures” “Learn to Earn!” • Pattie Elementary School “Electrifying 4th & 5th Grades” • Potomac Middle School “Throwback Thursdays – Reviewing for 8th Grade Science SOLs” • PWCSOfficeofScience&FamilyLife “Igniting Her Curiosity in STEM” • PWCSOfficeofStudentLearning “Free Little Library” “PWCS Reads: Children’s Book Festival”

“Excellent Schools Are Everyone’s Business”