Ungrading practice gains momentum at colleges, universities across the country
A popular trend, known as ungrading, has some colleges and universities across the country ditching letter grades for students.
DC charter school claps back after congressman's 'inmate factory' comment
An Alabama congressman maligned D.C. schools this week – and one D.C. public charter school is not staying quiet on the matter.
Man accused of exposing himself to women near UMD campus turns himself in
The man accused of exposing himself to a student off-campus on Sunday, and another woman Monday morning has turned himself in to police at the University of Maryland.
Maryland bill requires schools to teach swimming and water safety
A Maryland lawmaker is pushing a bill that will require schools to teach swimming and water safety.
Bowie State University to name theater after Dionne Warwick
Bowie State University is honoring the legendary Dionne Warwick by naming a theater on campus after her.
FCPS superintendent sharply criticizes Virginia's proposed history standards
The Virginia Board of Education is taking heat from Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle C. Reid, over the board's overhaul of its history and social science standards.
George Mason president defends selection of Gov. Youngkin as 2023 commencement speaker
George Mason University President Dr. Gregory Washington defended his institution's decision to list Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin among its spring 2023 commencement speakers amid student backlash.
Loudoun County Public Schools approves collective bargaining
The talks of collective bargaining had people fired up at the latest Loudoun County Public School Board meeting.
Nashville Covenant shooting highlights security at private schools
Around the U.S., private schools generally do not face as many requirements as public schools for developing security plans.
College betting partnerships could change under new sports wagering code
When it comes to betting on sports, the advertisements aren't hard to miss. But soon, college students may see fewer than they do now.
George Mason University students protest Gov. Youngkin selection as 2023 commencement speaker
George Mason University students protested Tuesday over the school's decision to invite Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to speak at the 2023 spring commencement.
Spotsylvania County Public Schools considers shutting down libraries, laying off staff
In Spotsylvania County, Superintendent Mark Taylor announced they may eliminate school libraries and lay off more than 100 staff members if they don’t get the money they need to be fully funded.
North Carolina teacher resigns after taping 11-year-old's mouth shut: 'He was humiliated'
"I don’t know what to do," the child's text message to his mother said.
Arlington Public Library says increase in attempts to ban books is a real concern
New data released from the American Library Association says there have been 1,269 attempts to censor books or other library materials in 2022. That's almost double the number from the year before.
House GOP passes Parents' Bill of Rights Act in clash over schools
The bill would give parents greater oversight of what is taught in public schools. Critics say it is a burdensome proposal that would fuel a far-right movement that has resulted in book bans.
MCPS revises policy on LGBTQ-friendly books
MCPS updated its messaging Thursday regarding the use of inclusive LGBTQ texts in classrooms.
Quince Orchard High School changes open lunch policy after student overdoses
The principal cited continued safety concerns and disruptive behaviors that have taken place off school property as the reason for the changes.
Library association releases report on record book ban attempts in 2022
The report says more than 1,200 book challenges were recorded by the association last year, nearly double the then-record total from 2021.
LCPS hopes to 'reestablish trust' with community listening sessions
Officials with Loudoun County Public Schools said they hope a series of community listening sessions help them rebuild trust within the community.
All LAUSD schools closed as thousands of employees continue 3-day strike
Los Angeles Unifed campuses will be closed Tuesday and likely through Thursday as service workers begin a planned strike -- leaving more than 400,000 students without classes.