Regional Programs & Governor's Schools

Offering Our Learners Access to Expanded Educational Experiences
 
Prince George County Public Schools' mission centers around the district's desire to keep our students as 'True North' through every program to support learning. 
 
The division takes pride in offering programs for our students with exceptional intellectual abilities, helping them reach their full potential and ensuring they are supported both intellectually and emotionally. This is done through engaging programs and initiatives aimed at providing students with the resources they need to succeed from kindergarten through to receiving their diploma as Prince George High School Royals.
Overview
Alongside academic and artistic offerings at Prince George County Public Schools' secondary campuses, the division participates in several regional programs that offer learning and artistic experiences for Prince George County students. The programs our division participates in are listed as follows:
Admissions to Regional Programs
Generally, the admissions process for regional programs, including ARGS, MLWGS, and CodeRVA, is designed to identify students with a strong interest and desire to pursue advanced studies in the program areas offered by each of the campuses. Maggie L. Walker Governor's School offers learning opportunities centered around government and international studies and CodeRVA Regional High School specializes in preparing high school students for college and careers in computer science and coding. 
 
The Appomattox Regional Governor's School for the Arts and Technology provides specialized focus areas for students to study alongside their academic pursuits during 9th through 12th grade. Those focus areas include: Dance, Instrumental and Vocal Music, Technology, Theatre Arts (including Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Technical Theatre), and Visual Arts.
 
Except in cases where extenuating circumstances exist, typically, applications are accepted only from students during their eighth-grade year of school. 
 
For more specific information about each of these programs, visit the campus' website, linked above.
Pathways Night & Information Sessions
During the school year, an information session is held during the fall where students and families can learn more about regional programs available to students. The sessions are aimed at Prince George County 7th and 8th graders, but families of 6th graders are invited to attend to learn more about these future experiences for their children.
 
Additionally, these regional programs may also host their own informational session for prospective families. Parents are encouraged to check with their child's school counselor and/or the individual program's campus to learn more about dates and times for sessions.