PGCPS begins school year short on bus drivers
Students across Prince George’s County are heading back to class, but transportation remains a concern.
NOVA Day School steps up to help former Aurora School students after abrupt closure
Parents are reacting after a day school in northern Virginia has decided to step up and offer to take over the Aurora School in Leesburg after it abruptly shut down.
Arlington Public Schools return to class for start of 2025 school year
As proof of their excitement for their final year, several dozen high school seniors gathered on Washington Liberty High School's football field at least three hours before the first bell, to participate in a yearly APS tradition called: "Senior Sunrise!"
DC head students back to school amid Trump's crime crackdown
More than 52,000 students and 4,800 teachers returned to D.C. classrooms Monday, kicking off the new school year amid heightened security and political tension over a federal crime crackdown.
Bus crashes carrying Pennsylvania middle school football team
A school bus crashed Saturday morning that was transporting a middle school football team, according to a local report.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Arlington County school board meeting sparks protest over transgender bathroom policies
Arlington County became the latest flashpoint in the national debate over transgender student rights Thursday night, as protesters rallied outside a packed school board meeting.
EXCEL Academy Public Charter School closes days before the first day of school
Parents of students at EXCEL Academy Public Charter School say they were told on Friday that the school was closing, just days before the first day of school.
Howard University president steps down; interim leader named
Howard University President Ben Vinson III is stepping down, the university announced Friday in a post on its official X account.
Special needs school in Leesburg abruptly closes amid lease dispute
New details are emerging about what led to the closure of a school for students with special needs.
Loudoun County Public School students head back to the classroom
The damp weather didn't dampen the mood as around 82,000 Loudoun County Public School students returned to the classroom on Thursday, August 21st.
Attorney appeals after 2 Loudoun County students suspended amid Title IX investigation
Two students facing suspension at Stone Bridge High School following a Title IX investigation will be allowed back in school.
This Virginia high school ranks in the top 5 nationwide
In a country with tens of thousands of high schools, a single Virginia institution has earned a spot among the nation's top five.
5 northern Virginia school districts placed on ‘high-risk' status over Title IX dispute
Five northern Virginia school districts have been placed on "high-risk" status by the U.S. Department of Education over their bathroom and locker room policies, putting millions of federal dollars at stake.
Loudoun County students suspended amid boys' locker room Title IX probe
The parents of two Stonebridge High students say their sons will be suspended after a Title IX investigation into a incident in a boys locker room.
Students stripped 6th grader of his clothes at Phoenix private school, police say
A 6th grader at an exclusive Phoenix private school was allegedly stripped in a bathroom by older students. Parents are questioning the school's response and transparency.
Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill brings premium early learning to Stafford
“Opening the first Primrose School in Stafford County is more than a dream—it’s a personal mission," shared Dr. Griffin, the owner and operator of the new school.
Primrose School of StaffordFairfax County Public Schools Superintendent walks out for taped interview with FOX 5
Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid cut her interview with FOX 5 short Monday, appearing unwilling to discuss certain topics as students headed back to class.
5 Virginia school districts stand firm against federal transgender bathroom policy demands
Five Virginia schools are choosing to defy federal law on transgender student bathroom policies after the U.S. Department of Education gave until Friday to comply with Title IX.
DC public schools calendar: Key dates and information for 2025-26
The first day of school is less than two weeks away in Washington D.C., which means it's time to get ready for the year ahead.



















