Tuskegee University requires business suits, bans bonnets and du-rags in new dress code
Tuskegee University is implementing a new dress code requiring students to bring a business suit and dress shoes to campus while banning bonnets, du-rags and other non-religious head coverings in classrooms and cafeterias.
Tuskegee University is implementing a new dress code requiring students to bring a business suit and dress shoes to campus while banning bonnets, du-rags and other non-religious head coverings in classrooms and cafeterias.
Arlington Public Schools considers updates to classroom phone and AI policies
Arlington Public Schools is moving to update its rules on student cell phone use and classroom technology, including artificial intelligence, after a Virginia law passed with broad support prohibiting phone use "bell to bell."
Arlington Public Schools is moving to update its rules on student cell phone use and classroom technology, including artificial intelligence, after a Virginia law passed with broad support prohibiting phone use "bell to bell."
Maryland governor offers fast admission, $800 credit to freshmen unenrolled from Howard University
The governor of Maryland is stepping in to assist hundreds of incoming freshmen who were unenrolled from Howard University due to unpaid tuition balances.
The governor of Maryland is stepping in to assist hundreds of incoming freshmen who were unenrolled from Howard University due to unpaid tuition balances.
Arlington Public Schools developing new policy on AI use in classrooms, Arlington Now reports
Arlington Public Schools leaders are developing a new policy to address the use of artificial intelligence and other technologies in the classroom, according to a report by Arlington Now.
Arlington Public Schools leaders are developing a new policy to address the use of artificial intelligence and other technologies in the classroom, according to a report by Arlington Now.
DC Public Schools says cybersecurity incident may have exposed student data
DC Public Schools says a recent cybersecurity incident may have exposed student information stored in a web‑based application used for Summer Learning registration.
DC Public Schools says a recent cybersecurity incident may have exposed student information stored in a web‑based application used for Summer Learning registration.
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls to close South Africa campus in 2027
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close its residential campus after the 2027 academic year.
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close its residential campus after the 2027 academic year.
University of the District of Columbia extends deadline after Howard freshmen report unenrollment
The University of the District of Columbia has extended its Fall 2026 undergraduate application deadline to Friday, Aug. 7, offering additional time for students weighing their college plans.
The University of the District of Columbia has extended its Fall 2026 undergraduate application deadline to Friday, Aug. 7, offering additional time for students weighing their college plans.
Howard unenrolled students: Social media reacts to what we know and what comes next
Hundreds of incoming Howard freshmen say they were suddenly unenrolled days before move in. Here’s the university’s explanation and guidance for affected students, updates from alumni and student leaders, and social media posts showing current and incoming students’ frustration as they try to find answers and figure out next steps.
Hundreds of incoming Howard freshmen say they were suddenly unenrolled days before move in. Here’s the university’s explanation and guidance for affected students, updates from alumni and student leaders, and social media posts showing current and incoming students’ frustration as they try to find answers and figure out next steps.
Howard University freshmen say they were mistakenly unenrolled over unpaid bills
Hundreds of incoming Howard University freshmen say they received emails this week informing them they had been unenrolled from the Class of 2030.
Hundreds of incoming Howard University freshmen say they received emails this week informing them they had been unenrolled from the Class of 2030.
The best and worst school systems ranked state by state
A new report evaluates how well school systems across the nation support their students, highlighting the significant role parents play in choosing the right school for academic success.
A new report evaluates how well school systems across the nation support their students, highlighting the significant role parents play in choosing the right school for academic success.
Fairfax County school board approves boundary change amid parent pushback
The Fairfax County School Board is set to vote Thursday night to finalize the attendance boundaries for its newest school, Skyview High School.
The Fairfax County School Board is set to vote Thursday night to finalize the attendance boundaries for its newest school, Skyview High School.
Former MCPS teacher sentenced to 12 years in prison for fatal fentanyl trafficking
A Maryland first‑grade teacher was sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison in a fentanyl‑trafficking case that resulted in a victim’s death, authorities say.
A Maryland first‑grade teacher was sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison in a fentanyl‑trafficking case that resulted in a victim’s death, authorities say.
Summer Reading Challenge prize website open for students to choose prize after submitting reading log
Second Lady Usha Vance announced Wednesday that students who took part in the Summer Reading Challenge can now head online and choose a reward after submitting their reading log and reflection.
Second Lady Usha Vance announced Wednesday that students who took part in the Summer Reading Challenge can now head online and choose a reward after submitting their reading log and reflection.
Parents speak out on proposed Skyview High School boundary plan
Fairfax County’s newest high school is set to open in the fall, and the move will require redistricting to fill it. Families affected by the proposed boundary changes for Skyview High School told the board how they feel about the plan.
Fairfax County’s newest high school is set to open in the fall, and the move will require redistricting to fill it. Families affected by the proposed boundary changes for Skyview High School told the board how they feel about the plan.
Fairfax County considers major boundary change for new high school amid parent frustration
Fairfax County school leaders are considering major boundary changes that could affect where thousands of students go to school as the district prepares to open its first new high school in 20 years.
Fairfax County school leaders are considering major boundary changes that could affect where thousands of students go to school as the district prepares to open its first new high school in 20 years.
Skyview High School boundary proposals narrowed to one
The Fairfax County School Board worked late into the night as members continued refining plans for the new Skyview High School.
The Fairfax County School Board worked late into the night as members continued refining plans for the new Skyview High School.
Fairfax County Public Schools to discuss Skyview High School boundary changes Thursday
Redrawing school boundaries is back on the agenda in Virginia’s largest school district as Fairfax County Public Schools prepares to discuss plans for the future Skyview High School.
Redrawing school boundaries is back on the agenda in Virginia’s largest school district as Fairfax County Public Schools prepares to discuss plans for the future Skyview High School.
Court blocks Trump administration’s student loan forgiveness overhaul
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Student loan overhaul takes effect: What borrowers and parents need to know about new limits, repayment plans
A massive overhaul of the federal student loan system goes into effect Wednesday, impacting roughly 43 million Americans who collectively owe $1.7 trillion.
A massive overhaul of the federal student loan system goes into effect Wednesday, impacting roughly 43 million Americans who collectively owe $1.7 trillion.
New ranking reveals America’s most and least educated cities
America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees.
America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees.