Trump signs order to 'begin eliminating' Department of Education
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday aiming to "begin eliminating the federal Department of Education once and for all."
Schools across DC region rally against proposed education cuts
Parents, teachers, and students in the Washington, D.C. region are joining a nationwide movement to protest sweeping federal education budget cuts. Organized "walk-ins" are taking place at schools across the country, including Wise High School and several others in Prince George’s County, as part of an effort led by the National Education Association.
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School teachers rally amid security concerns
Sources tell FOX 5 Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School teachers were expected to protest outside the Montgomery County High School on Tuesday morning amid security concerns.
Harvard to offer free tuition for families earning less than $200K
Harvard University has announced that, starting next school year, it will offer free tuition to students from families with annual incomes of $200,000 or less.
Trump's anti-DEI crusade targets more than 50 universities: See the full list
President Trump’s campaign to end DEI programs nationwide is now targeting more than 50 universities for alleged racial discrimination.
Maryland, DC sue Trump administration over Education Department job cuts
A coalition of 21 attorneys general, including Maryland’s top prosecutor, is suing the Trump administration over sweeping layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education, calling the cuts an illegal attempt to dismantle a critical agency that serves millions of students.
Study reveals impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on kindergarteners' development
Researchers in a recent study found that the pandemic had an effect on kindergartners social skills and cognitive development.
USDA cancels $1 billion in funding for schools and food banks to buy food from local suppliers
The USDA funding cuts could impact school lunch programs nationwide. Here’s what we know.
Education Department lays off nearly half its staff
The Education Department is laying off nearly 50% of its staff, raising questions about the agency’s ability to continue usual operations.
Department of Education employees sent home, nearly half of staff to be eliminated: report
About half of the staff at the Department of Education are expected to be laid off in the latest round of firings under the Trump Administration, FOX News reports.
Fairfax County Public Schools launches school bus camera program to protect students
Drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses in Fairfax County will soon face fines as part of a new effort to protect students as they exit or board the bus.
Prince George's County student flu deaths prompt preventive measures to limit spread of infection
Prince George's County schools and families are on high alert after learning late Friday that a flu outbreak has turned deadly. The school system confirmed that two elementary school students have died from the virus, with tests pending on a third child of a similar age who recently died.
Trump administration cancels $400M in grants, contracts with Columbia University
The Trump administration says it’s pulling $400 million from Columbia University.
Trump order aims to deny student loan relief to some borrowers
President Donald Trump is ordering changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in “improper" activities.
What happens to student loan payments if the Department of Education is eliminated?
The future of the Department of Education remains uncertain and here’s what it could mean for student loan borrowers.
President Trump expresses interest in dismantling the Department of Education
President Donald Trump's interest in dismantling the Department of Education could come sooner rather than later. What does this mean?
Montgomery County Public Schools request 52 additional security guards amid safety concerns
Montgomery County Public Schools is requesting 52 additional security guards - the measures to increase security were discussed at a Tuesday meeting as Bethesda Chevy-Chase parents sounded off again on serious school safety concerns.
UVA stabbing victim in critical condition, suspect in custody: police
Students and staff at the University of Virginia were asked to shelter in place Thursday evening after a stabbing was reported on campus.
Virginia high school students accused of selling magic mushroom candy bars
Two 17-year-old students at Hylton High School are facing charges after allegedly distributing candy bars laced with psilocybin mushrooms on school grounds, authorities said.
Student arrested for bringing gun to Thomas Edison High School
A 16-year-old student at Edison High School was arrested Thursday morning after a firearm was reported on school property.