Second 16-year-old arrested for bomb threat at KIPP DC College Prep
A juvenile has been arrested in connection to a bomb threat at KIPP DC College Preparatory. He is the second 16-year-old arrested Thursday for calling in threats to D.C. area schools.
Fairfax County School Board wants guns banned from all school property
The Fairfax County School Board wants to ban guns on all properties they either own or lease amid growing safety concerns.
Parents of disabled students file federal lawsuit challenging Virginia's mask policy
Parents of students with disabilities in Virginia are standing up for their kids as the battle over masks in the Commonwealth continues.
Montgomery County names Dr. Monifa McKnight new superintendent of schools
The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote for a new superintendent of schools Tuesday.
Loudoun County teacher may be fired for not wearing a mask
The mask controversy continues in Northern Virginia.
Montgomery County Public Schools plan to expand Community Engagement Officer program
During a school board meeting addressing school security, Montgomery County Public School leaders announced a plan to expand the current Community Engagement Officer (CEO) program.
Possible changes ahead for Prince George's County School Board
After a summer of turmoil and ethical scandals, a big change could be coming for the Prince George's County Board of Education.
Virginia Supreme Court dismisses challenge of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's school mask order
The Virginia Supreme Court has dismissed a parental challenge of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's executive order that aims to prevent public schools from implementing a mask mandate for students, according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Most Americans want student loan payment pause extended until 2023, poll shows
A January poll from Data for Progress found that 59% of Americans support extending the federal student loan payment suspension through the end of the year.
Arlington judge rules against Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's mask order
An Arlington judge has granted seven school districts in Virginia a temporary restraining order to keep their masking guidelines in place – despite Governor Glenn Youngkin's executive order.
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $133.5 million to education nonprofit
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated over $130 million to an education nonprofit that helps students at risk. The financial gift is the largest donation ever given to the organization.
Prince George's County students rally to save schools
Prince George’s County students fighting to save their school spoke out at a school board budget hearing Thursday night.
Parents concerned with Montgomery County Public Schools' superintendent search
Montgomery County Public Schools says it will announce its new superintendent on Tuesday, Feb. 8, but tonight, some parents in the county are raising questions over transparency in the hiring process.
Principals investigate basketball game brawl at Churchill High School
Two Montgomery County high school principals are now working with the school system to identify any coaches, athletes, or fans involved in an alleged brawl that broke out at a Monday night varsity boy’s basketball game at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac, MD.
2 officers shot and killed at Bridgewater College
A Virginia State police officer and a campus safety officer were shot and killed Tuesday on campus at Bridgewater College, according to police.
Upset parents sue Loudoun County School Board for continuing mask requirement
Three Virginia parents have filed a lawsuit against the Loudoun County School Board for ignoring Governor Glenn Youngkin's new mask policy.
Loudoun County students to face suspension if masks aren't worn
Loudoun County Public School students are facing suspension if they show up to school without a mask.
Virginia state universities should limit COVID-19 vaccine mandate, new attorney general says
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has issued his first opinion saying Virginia state universities cannot mandate the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition for enrollment or in-person attendance.
Parents against masks hold rally outside Loudoun County school board meeting
A group of parents rallied outside the Loudoun County Public Schools headquarters ahead of Tuesday night's school board meeting.
7 Virginia school boards file lawsuit challenging Gov. Youngkin’s updated school mask order
Several school boards in Virginia have filed a joint lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Governor Glenn Youngkin's updated school mask order.