Prince George's County bus driver accused of reckless driving that was caught on camera
A Prince George’s County school bus driver is facing allegations of reckless driving after exclusive video captured the driver crossing a double yellow line and speeding away. FOX 5's Melanie Alnwick says despite the video evidence, the driver remains employed, though it is unclear whether they are still operating a school bus.
A Prince George’s County school bus driver is facing allegations of reckless driving after exclusive video captured the driver crossing a double yellow line and speeding away. FOX 5's Melanie Alnwick says despite the video evidence, the driver remains employed, though it is unclear whether they are still operating a school bus.
DC considers banning use of cell phones during school day
The D.C. Council is reviewing a proposal to ban student use of cell phones, smartwatches, and gaming devices during the school day, aiming to reduce distractions, improve learning, and address social media-related issues.
The D.C. Council is reviewing a proposal to ban student use of cell phones, smartwatches, and gaming devices during the school day, aiming to reduce distractions, improve learning, and address social media-related issues.
Students, families rally against decision to transfer beloved arts teachers
Dropping enrollment is forcing two beloved arts teachers at Wootton High School to transfer. Families and students are rallying against the school’s decision, hoping for a reversal.
Dropping enrollment is forcing two beloved arts teachers at Wootton High School to transfer. Families and students are rallying against the school’s decision, hoping for a reversal.
Teen connected to closure of Fredericksburg City Public Schools arrested in New Jersey
A juvenile suspect wanted for trespassing at a Fredericksburg high school was arrested in New Jersey on Friday, police say.
A juvenile suspect wanted for trespassing at a Fredericksburg high school was arrested in New Jersey on Friday, police say.
Student loans to be managed by Small Business Administration, Trump says
Student loans will now be managed by Small Business Administration, President Trump announced Friday, as part of his plan to dismantle the Department of Education.
Student loans will now be managed by Small Business Administration, President Trump announced Friday, as part of his plan to dismantle the Department of Education.
Is college still worth it? Americans weigh in on school costs, value of degree: poll
Concerns about college affordability have Americans split on whether making the financial investment in a degree is worth it.
Concerns about college affordability have Americans split on whether making the financial investment in a degree is worth it.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.