School bus driver shortage could cause delays for many DC-area families

Many kids in the D.C region who take the school bus may not get to school or back to their homes on time, all thanks to bus driver shortages impacting many school systems across the country.

Some DMV parents concerned about kids eating in school cafeterias ask districts for outdoor plan

Some parents in the D.C region are asking their school districts, what’s the plan for breakfast and lunch whenever kids gather inside of school buildings to eat without wearing a mask?

Could parents sue if a child gets COVID-19 from an unvaccinated teacher? Legal experts weigh in

As children return to school, parents are concerned with how best to protect their child from COVID-19. Legal experts say even if a child does get sick, it’ll be hard to place the blame on educators.

Preliminary estimates reveal staff vaccination rates at DC-area school districts

In the last week FOX 5 obtained data from six of the largest school districts in the D.C. region which provides an estimate of how many teachers and staff are vaccinated against COVID-19.

Loudoun County transgender student policy vote expected; public meeting guidelines revised

The Loudoun County School Board is expected to vote on its transgender student policy Tuesday and has modified its procedures following arrests made at its previous meeting.

US teachers’ union leader supports vaccine mandate for educators as delta variant surges

As the delta variant continues to surge, and young children continue to be ineligible for the vaccine, the U.S. teachers’ union leader said she personally supports a vaccine mandate for educators.

Tennessee State University to pay off  balances of returning students

Tennessee State University, a public historically Black university in Nashville, is paying off the account balances of returning students.

Virtual learning may not be available for DMV families who previously opted for in-person learning

With growing concerns surrounding the delta variant of COVID-19 and recent changes in some mask mandates, there are questions about whether school districts within the D.C. region are ready to handle more families who want virtual learning for their child, instead of in-person.

Alexandria City Public Schools to require masks in fall 2021 regardless of vaccination status

The Alexandria City School Board has unanimously approved the recommendation to require masks in fall 2021 for everyone inside all Alexandria City Public Schools facilities regardless of vaccination status.

Virginia judge tosses lawsuit challenging directive for school boards to adopt inclusive policies

A Virginia judge has tossed a lawsuit by conservative groups challenging the state's directive to local school boards to adopt inclusive policies for transgender students. However, those same conservative groups are still claiming victory.

DC Public Schools requiring face mask, covering for all students, staff

DC Public Schools are requiring all students, staff and visitors to wear a face mask or covering for the 2021-22 school year in addition to implementing other health and safety measures.