Virginia's Thomas Jefferson High drops to No. 14 in new national rankings
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, once ranked among the top high schools in the nation, has seen its ranking fall to No. 14 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, sparking concern among some Fairfax County parents and residents.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, once ranked among the top high schools in the nation, has seen its ranking fall to No. 14 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, sparking concern among some Fairfax County parents and residents.
Shots fired at Virginia State University, campus placed on lockdown
Virginia State University was placed on lockdown Monday night after shots were fired near Moore Hall, according to university police.
Virginia State University was placed on lockdown Monday night after shots were fired near Moore Hall, according to university police.
Alexandria City schools highlight alarming increase in crime among students
Alexandria City Public Schools leaders are highlighting a troubling trend among students Thursday.
Alexandria City Public Schools leaders are highlighting a troubling trend among students Thursday.
University of Virginia hit with civil rights complaint, accused of racial discrimination against Whites
The University of Virginia appears to have changed the website description of a mentoring program for BIPOC students after a civil rights complaint was filed with the U.S. Department of Education.
The University of Virginia appears to have changed the website description of a mentoring program for BIPOC students after a civil rights complaint was filed with the U.S. Department of Education.
Loudoun County School Board passes gun safe storage resolution despite public outcry
The Loudoun County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve a gun safe storage resolution aimed at preventing unintentional firearm injuries.
The Loudoun County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve a gun safe storage resolution aimed at preventing unintentional firearm injuries.
Virginia school to reopen Monday after lead cleanup
Alexandria City Public Schools announced Friday that Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School will reopen most of its classrooms and offices on Monday, October 7, following successful lead remediation efforts.
Alexandria City Public Schools announced Friday that Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School will reopen most of its classrooms and offices on Monday, October 7, following successful lead remediation efforts.
Alexandria school closed due to potential lead exposure; Parents urged to get kids tested
A school closure in Alexandria has caused concern among parents after potential lead exposure was detected at Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School.
A school closure in Alexandria has caused concern among parents after potential lead exposure was detected at Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School.
Virginia school picture photographer loses job after allegedly asking young students, 'Can I eat your soul?'
A Virginia elementary school photographer reportedly lost her job after being accused of making improper remarks to young students, including allegedly asking one boy, "Can I eat your soul?"
A Virginia elementary school photographer reportedly lost her job after being accused of making improper remarks to young students, including allegedly asking one boy, "Can I eat your soul?"
Virginia adopts statewide 'bell-to-bell' cell phone ban in public schools
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has released its final guidance on a "bell-to-bell" cell phone-free policy for K-12 public schools across the state, in response to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33.
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has released its final guidance on a "bell-to-bell" cell phone-free policy for K-12 public schools across the state, in response to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33.
Loudoun County schools targeted with rumored threats; extra security expected this week
Loudoun County Public Schools alerted parents late Wednesday evening about multiple rumored threats targeting several schools within the district.
Loudoun County Public Schools alerted parents late Wednesday evening about multiple rumored threats targeting several schools within the district.
Weapons detectors debut at Prince William County high school football games
For the first time, Prince William County Public Schools will use weapons detectors at some sporting events.
For the first time, Prince William County Public Schools will use weapons detectors at some sporting events.
Virginia’s new school rating system sparks controversy; Fairfax County warns of negative impact
Fairfax County officials are raising alarms over Virginia’s impending changes to school accreditation rankings, arguing that the new system could negatively impact the state’s largest school district.
Fairfax County officials are raising alarms over Virginia’s impending changes to school accreditation rankings, arguing that the new system could negatively impact the state’s largest school district.
Narcan for students? Loudoun County schools considers new drug policy
Loudoun County Schools are considering allowing students to carry Narcan, the overdose antidote.
Loudoun County Schools are considering allowing students to carry Narcan, the overdose antidote.
Fairfax to add 50 speed cameras after pilot program slows traffic in school zones
Fairfax County's speed camera pilot program has achieved significant success in reducing speeding in school zones, prompting county leaders to announce a major expansion.
Fairfax County's speed camera pilot program has achieved significant success in reducing speeding in school zones, prompting county leaders to announce a major expansion.
Virginia flight school closes abruptly, leaving students out thousands
A flight school in Northern Virginia abruptly shut down, causing students to lose thousands and thousands of dollars.
A flight school in Northern Virginia abruptly shut down, causing students to lose thousands and thousands of dollars.
Former student convicted of sexually assaulting two girls released by Loudoun County judge
A controversial decision in Loudoun County Wednesday has led to the release of a former student convicted of sexually assaulting two girls at separate schools.
A controversial decision in Loudoun County Wednesday has led to the release of a former student convicted of sexually assaulting two girls at separate schools.
VA governor issues executive order to crack down on cell phone use in schools
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is cracking down on cell phones in schools.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is cracking down on cell phones in schools.
Fairfax County school loses track of multiple students during summer programs
Fairfax County Public Schools is reviewing its protocol after a parent says an after-school drop-off mishap was further mishandled due to a lack of communication.
Fairfax County Public Schools is reviewing its protocol after a parent says an after-school drop-off mishap was further mishandled due to a lack of communication.
Fairfax County schools introducing coed sex education classes in 2024-2025 academic year
Fairfax County Public Schools is launching a new pilot program this fall combining genders for sex education for older elementary and middle school kids.
Fairfax County Public Schools is launching a new pilot program this fall combining genders for sex education for older elementary and middle school kids.
Loudoun County implements strict cell phone policy for students
School districts in Northern Virginia are tackling the growing issue of classroom distractions, particularly those caused by cell phones.
School districts in Northern Virginia are tackling the growing issue of classroom distractions, particularly those caused by cell phones.