Overview
- Prince William County Public Schools confirmed three-day suspensions for 303 Woodbridge High students who left campus during last week’s protest.
- The demonstration moved onto Old Bridge Road and a nearby shopping area, where county police managed traffic and supervised for safety.
- District communications state that leaving campus during instructional time violates the Code of Behavior and can bring disciplinary action in addition to unexcused absences.
- Student organizers using the Instagram account @pwcs_iceout are promoting a countywide walkout today and tell peers they will not get in trouble, a claim that conflicts with district warnings.
- Schools that kept protests on campus, including Forest Park High and Gainesville Middle, reported no suspensions as principals urged families to review expectations and potential penalties.