DC public schools require negative COVID tests after Thanksgiving break
Public schools in the District are requiring all students and staff to submit a negative COVID-19 test before returning to the classroom from the Thanksgiving holiday.
DC Public Schools reaches tentative agreement with teachers' union
D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) have reached a tentative contract agreement with the Washington Teachers' Union (WTU), according to Mayor Muriel Bowser's office.
Investigation underway into shooting near Northwest DC school
A Northwest, D.C. school was placed on lockdown and two others were placed on alert Friday afternoon after a shooting nearby, according to police.
DMV leaders respond to national report showing learning loss in math, reading
A shocking report card on learning loss shows DMV school test scores down along with scores across the country. It's all part of a new national report out Monday showing learning loss is an ongoing casualty of the COVID-19 school shutdowns.
DC Public School teachers report issues getting paid
Some teachers in D.C. are complaining that they still have not been paid yet or having back pay issues, despite the fact that school started almost one month ago.
Police investigate report of sexual abuse at SEED DC school
An investigation is underway into an alleged sexual abuse at a D.C. public boarding school in Southeast.
Crossing guard shortage in DC sparking concerns
Parents have spoken out about safety concerns at some D.C. public schools as the District deals with a shortage of crossing guards.
Going Back-To-School with the FOX 5 DC family
As students in Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Washington, D.C. and many more head back to class today, we're taking a look at your Back-To-School photos - as well as our very own.
Groups raise concerns over ending of federal free school lunch program
It’s back to school season, and for many families that brings good but sobering news – they know their kids will be properly fed. But for some, concerns are growing that the ending of a pandemic era program could impact the ability for children to receive food.
Staff workers at American University threaten to strike over contract dispute
Staff workers at American University are threatening to strike on Monday, August 22 unless the university agrees to a new union contract.
Maryland man offers classes to help children navigate active shooter situations
A TikTok video is going viral! It shows a mom in Oklahoma teaching her 5-year-old son what to do if an active shooter came into his school. The video has been watched more than a million times and has tens of thousands of comments. So are parents in the DMV doing the same?
Schools districts across DC area impacted by teacher shortages
School districts all across the DC region are struggling to hire teachers. This means many classrooms may have to deal with overcrowding due to being short staffed to start the year.
Monkeypox Outbreak: Should DC area schools be concerned?
While the coronavirus pandemic seems to be winding down, children going back to school could face a new risk this year, the monkeypox virus.
Former DC principal sentenced to 30 months in prison for embezzling over $175,000
A former principal was sentenced Wednesday to two and a half years in prison for stealing at least $175,000 from an organization that raises funds to help students.
Schools districts across DMV work to address hundreds of teacher openings
Parents and students across the D.C. region are getting ready for the start of the school year, but some area schools some are still working to fill teacher openings.
GWU to discontinue use of Colonials moniker due to 'division,' slavery connotations
The George Washington University has announced they will discontinue the use of the Colonials moniker “given the division among the community” about it.
Apple CEO Tim Cook tells Gallaudet graduates 'lead with your values' at commencement
Apple CEO Tim Cook delivered a commencement speech at Gallaudet University Friday
DC elementary school gave 4-year-olds ‘anti-racism’ ‘fistbook’ asking them to identify racist family members
A public elementary school in Washington, D.C., gave children as young as 4 a lesson on "anti-racism."
Howard University to move some classes to virtual learning due to COVID-19
Howard University has announced some classes will be held online due to a significant increase in COVID-19 positivity in the District.
Georgetown University recalls several KN95 masks due to authenticity concerns
Georgetown University has pulled several KN95 masks from circulation on campus after the school's student newspaper recently brought attention to the quality of the face coverings being distributed.