Local Senior Wins $27K for Sleep Study | Henderson Students Go Digital | VA Boosts Literacy

Issue #25-062

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In this Go Prince William County, Va Issue…

Sunny skies again today. Though fire warnings are up so be careful! Lots of local government meetings early this week.

— Bryan

Quick Bites

• Prince William County Senior Earns $27K for Groundbreaking Sleep and Screen Time Research

  Prince William County high school senior Rania Lateef has been named a top 40 finalist in the 2025 Regeneron Science Talent Search, earning $27,000 in scholarships. Her research on the effects of disrupted sleep and blue light exposure on mental and physical health was conducted using fruit flies. She found that sleep disruptions can shorten lifespans and that prolonged blue light exposure impairs memory and accelerates aging. Lateef will compete in Washington, D.C., for a chance to win the $250,000 grand prize. (WTOP)

• Students at Henderson Elementary Gain Digital Skills for the Future

  Henderson Elementary School is incorporating technology across all grade levels to enhance student learning. Kindergarten through second graders use digital reading tools, while second graders collaborate with fifth graders on interactive Book Creator projects. Third graders are using Book Creator for history lessons, fourth graders utilize AI-powered Quizizz for test review, and fifth graders develop essential digital skills for middle school. Students in grades three through five are also preparing for SOL assessments with digital tools. The school’s efforts align with a broader PWCS initiative to integrate technology into education. (PW Living)

• Virginia Schools Receive New Support to Improve Literacy Education

  The Virginia Department of Education has introduced three new literacy networks to support students in 30 school divisions. These initiatives focus on overall literacy, English learners, and students with disabilities, providing resources to over 100 schools. The programs aim to strengthen reading skills in high-need areas, with two networks running through the summer and one extending into the 2025-2026 school year. Education officials emphasize that these efforts will help ensure every student receives a strong literacy foundation. (WSLS)

Upcoming Local Events 

• Mar 3 - Town Council Public Hearing/Regular Meeting (Agenda), Haymarket 7 PM

• Mar 3 - City Council Budget Work Session, Manassas 5:30 - 6:30 PM

• Mar 3 & 4 - Restaurant Week Continues, Manassas

• Mar 4 - Budget Work Session, County Complex 2 - 4 PM

• Mar 4 - Historic Resources Board, Manassas 7 - 8:30 PM

• Mar 4 - Town Council Meeting (Agenda), Occoquan 6:30 PM

Weather

Monday

45 🌡️ 28 | ☀️ | 1% |💨 WNW 5 mph

Tuesday

61 🌡️ 50 | 🌥️ | 5% |💨 SSW 11 mph

** Know before you go! **

Nightlife, Libations & Live Music

03/03/25 - Monday

• Gainesville | 🧑‍🎤 | Potbelly Sandwich Shop | Open Mic - Music | 5:30-8 PM

• Gainesville | 🀟 | Craftworx Taproom | JazzWorx | 7 PM-9 PM

• Manassas | ⁉️ |Table Top Tavern | Mental Monday Trivia | 7:30 PM

03/04/25 - Tuesday

• Gainesville | ⁉️ | Craftworx Taproom | Trivia Night | 7-9 PM

• Haymarket | 🀟 | Trouvaille Brewing Co | Music Bingo - 90s Hip Hop / Rap | 7 PM

• Manassas | 🃏 | Table Top Tavern | Advanced Strategy Game Night | 6 PM

• Manassas | 🎤 | 2 Silos Brewing | Karaoke | 6:30-9:30 PM

• Manassas | 🀟 | Preston’s Pub | Bar Bingo | 6:30-8:30 PM

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