Ban on school mask mandates passed by Virginia House; Gov. Youngkin plans to sign
The Virginia House of Delegates banned school mask mandates Monday, handing a victory to Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin after his effort to impose the ban by executive order stalled in court.
The Virginia House of Delegates banned school mask mandates Monday, handing a victory to Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin after his effort to impose the ban by executive order stalled in court.
Arlington Public Schools launches Test to Stay COVID-19 program
Arlington Public Schools launched their Test to Stay COVID-19 program Monday. Officials say testing will be offered to students only free of charge at Syphax Education Center from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on school days.
Arlington Public Schools launched their Test to Stay COVID-19 program Monday. Officials say testing will be offered to students only free of charge at Syphax Education Center from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on school days.
Prince William County teacher charged after alleged assault against student
A Prince William County teacher has been charged after an investigation into an alleged assault by the teacher against a student.
A Prince William County teacher has been charged after an investigation into an alleged assault by the teacher against a student.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan calls on state to rescind school mask policy
Governor Larry Hogan is calling on the Maryland State Board of Education to rescind its school mask policy, citing the state’s health metrics and vaccine availability for school-age children.
Governor Larry Hogan is calling on the Maryland State Board of Education to rescind its school mask policy, citing the state’s health metrics and vaccine availability for school-age children.
Stafford County School Board votes to end mandatory student masking
The Stafford County School Board voted Thursday night to rescind the universal masking mandate for students, staff, and visitors in Stafford County public schools.
The Stafford County School Board voted Thursday night to rescind the universal masking mandate for students, staff, and visitors in Stafford County public schools.
Second 16-year-old arrested for bomb threat at KIPP DC College Prep
A juvenile has been arrested in connection to a bomb threat at KIPP DC College Preparatory. He is the second 16-year-old arrested Thursday for calling in threats to D.C. area schools.
A juvenile has been arrested in connection to a bomb threat at KIPP DC College Preparatory. He is the second 16-year-old arrested Thursday for calling in threats to D.C. area schools.
Fairfax County School Board wants guns banned from all school property
The Fairfax County School Board wants to ban guns on all properties they either own or lease amid growing safety concerns.
The Fairfax County School Board wants to ban guns on all properties they either own or lease amid growing safety concerns.
Parents of disabled students file federal lawsuit challenging Virginia's mask policy
Parents of students with disabilities in Virginia are standing up for their kids as the battle over masks in the Commonwealth continues.
Parents of students with disabilities in Virginia are standing up for their kids as the battle over masks in the Commonwealth continues.
Montgomery County names Dr. Monifa McKnight new superintendent of schools
The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote for a new superintendent of schools Tuesday.
The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote for a new superintendent of schools Tuesday.
Loudoun County teacher may be fired for not wearing a mask
The mask controversy continues in Northern Virginia.
The mask controversy continues in Northern Virginia.
Montgomery County Public Schools plan to expand Community Engagement Officer program
During a school board meeting addressing school security, Montgomery County Public School leaders announced a plan to expand the current Community Engagement Officer (CEO) program.
During a school board meeting addressing school security, Montgomery County Public School leaders announced a plan to expand the current Community Engagement Officer (CEO) program.
Possible changes ahead for Prince George's County School Board
After a summer of turmoil and ethical scandals, a big change could be coming for the Prince George's County Board of Education.
After a summer of turmoil and ethical scandals, a big change could be coming for the Prince George's County Board of Education.
Virginia Supreme Court dismisses challenge of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's school mask order
The Virginia Supreme Court has dismissed a parental challenge of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's executive order that aims to prevent public schools from implementing a mask mandate for students, according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
The Virginia Supreme Court has dismissed a parental challenge of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's executive order that aims to prevent public schools from implementing a mask mandate for students, according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Most Americans want student loan payment pause extended until 2023, poll shows
A January poll from Data for Progress found that 59% of Americans support extending the federal student loan payment suspension through the end of the year.
A January poll from Data for Progress found that 59% of Americans support extending the federal student loan payment suspension through the end of the year.
Arlington judge rules against Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's mask order
An Arlington judge has granted seven school districts in Virginia a temporary restraining order to keep their masking guidelines in place – despite Governor Glenn Youngkin's executive order.
An Arlington judge has granted seven school districts in Virginia a temporary restraining order to keep their masking guidelines in place – despite Governor Glenn Youngkin's executive order.
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $133.5 million to education nonprofit
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated over $130 million to an education nonprofit that helps students at risk. The financial gift is the largest donation ever given to the organization.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated over $130 million to an education nonprofit that helps students at risk. The financial gift is the largest donation ever given to the organization.
Prince George's County students rally to save schools
Prince George’s County students fighting to save their school spoke out at a school board budget hearing Thursday night.
Prince George’s County students fighting to save their school spoke out at a school board budget hearing Thursday night.
Parents concerned with Montgomery County Public Schools' superintendent search
Montgomery County Public Schools says it will announce its new superintendent on Tuesday, Feb. 8, but tonight, some parents in the county are raising questions over transparency in the hiring process.
Montgomery County Public Schools says it will announce its new superintendent on Tuesday, Feb. 8, but tonight, some parents in the county are raising questions over transparency in the hiring process.
Principals investigate basketball game brawl at Churchill High School
Two Montgomery County high school principals are now working with the school system to identify any coaches, athletes, or fans involved in an alleged brawl that broke out at a Monday night varsity boy’s basketball game at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac, MD.
Two Montgomery County high school principals are now working with the school system to identify any coaches, athletes, or fans involved in an alleged brawl that broke out at a Monday night varsity boy’s basketball game at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac, MD.
2 officers shot and killed at Bridgewater College
A Virginia State police officer and a campus safety officer were shot and killed Tuesday on campus at Bridgewater College, according to police.
A Virginia State police officer and a campus safety officer were shot and killed Tuesday on campus at Bridgewater College, according to police.