Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be charged over ‘harmful’ materials
The number of attempts to ban or restrict books across the U.S. last year was the highest in the 20 years the American Library Association has been tracking such efforts.
Barack Obama's first college is latest to end legacy admissions
Occidental College is the latest school to end legacy admissions in the wake of a Supreme Court decision removing race from admissions decisions.
Fairfax County Public Schools host job fair amidst teacher shortage
Amidst looming teacher shortages, Fairfax County Public Schools hosted a job fair today at Luther Jackson Middle School.
Alexandria City Public Schools joins list of districts rejecting state's new policies for transgender students
Another Virginia school district appears to be rejecting Gov.
Harvard's legacy admissions under investigation by US Education Department
Opening a new front in legal battles over college admissions, the U.S. Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Harvard University's policies on legacy admissions.
Tensions flare at MCPS board meeting as parents and advocates clash over gender-inclusive curriculum
Hundreds of protestors turned out in force at the Montgomery County School Board meeting again Thursday to express their continued demands that parents should be allowed to opt out of certain classes, and books about sexuality and gender.
Legacy admissions: What you should know about the now-controversial college admissions practice
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
'Don't be trans': Critics push back on Virginia schools' new policies for transgender students
Some students and LGBTQIA+ advocacy organizations are pushing back against the Virginia Department of Education’s new model policies which outline how schools are expected to handle some sensitive issues such as student identity, bathroom use, sports and parental oversight.
School bus driver hiring fair Wednesday in Prince George’s County
Prince George's County Schools are hosting a school bus driver hiring fair Wednesday.
Homicides shake DC university campuses, prompting urgent meetings with police
Catholic University is calling for an emergency meeting with D.C. police to address serious concerns about the crime that has occurred just footsteps away from the campus.
Virginia Department of Education releases new model policies outlining plans for transgender students, sports
The Virginia Department of Education released its final model policies for public schools Tuesday, updating guidance that tackles several hot-button issues including student identity, bathroom use, sports, and parental oversight.
New report reveals Virginia schools are underfunded
Virginia is underfunding its schools, according to a new government watchdog report.
4-day school week gains popularity as more districts adopt model
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.
Sam’s Club offering new memberships to teachers at discounted rate
The problem of classroom funding is widespread and Sam’s Club is looking to ease the burden for educators across the country with 60% off a new membership.
New grading policy for students at James Madison HS
In a YouTube video, the administration at James Madison High School said a student’s prior test grade will be updated and changed if the grade on their next test is better.
Biden admin cancels $39B in student loan debt for 800,000-plus borrowers
The administration says the new round of student loan forgiveness address “historical inaccuracies" in counting payments that qualify toward income-driven repayment plans.
Student loan scam attempts likely to rise after SCOTUS decision: FTC
Scammers are likely to start contacting borrowers, promising to help them repay their loans after SCOTUS struck down Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, the FTC said. Here's how borrowers can protect themselves.
LCPS says teacher accused of sexual assault no longer an employee; no charges filed
No charges were filed after detectives with the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office wrapped up their investigation into a teacher accused of sexually assaulting several students but he is no longer employed with the school, according to district officials.
'SAVE' plan: What to know about Biden's alternate approach to cut student loan debt
Under the SAVE plan, the typical student loan borrower would save about $1,000 a month, the president said.
Longtime LCPS spokesperson Wayde Byard returns to work after being found not guilty
Wayde Byard, the longtime Loudoun County Public Schools spokesperson, is returning to his job after being charged with perjury.