Moore signs Md. bill to transfer control of troubled 529 savings agency
A spate of legislative reforms of the troubled agency, including transferring control to the state treasurer, is underway, but account holders remain skeptical.
By Danielle Douglas-GabrielVa. schools will be graded on how many students missed class this year
The Virginia Board of Education shot down a proposal to suspend using chronic absenteeism as a factor in school accreditation.
By Karina ElwoodMontgomery school construction projects hit by rising costs, inflation
County leaders considering how to fund the projects are hearing from parents about aging buildings and overcrowding at schools long in need of improvements.
By Nicole AsburyRear admiral picked to be first female leader of U.S. Naval Academy
Rear Adm. Yvette Davids has been nominated for promotion to vice admiral, with assignment to lead the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, officials announced Friday.
By Nick Anderson and Karina ElwoodAfter months of controversy, Va. approves new school history standards
The state board approved new guidance for what Virginia students will learn in history and social studies classes from kindergarten through 12th grade.
By Karina ElwoodMost Va. voters see equal opportunities in public schools, poll finds
A majority polled say the schools perform “somewhat” or “very” well in providing equal opportunity for students across racial and economic groups.
By Karina Elwood and Scott ClementSchools brace for challenges as once-in-a-lifetime cash runs out
The fallout could lead to several tumultuous years for schools as they contend not only with the loss of cash, but also with declining enrollment and inflation.
By Lauren LumpkinSome Montgomery parents want to opt out of new books featuring LGBTQ characters
The Montgomery County school system said it would halt its opt-out provision for the books and parents should not expect advance notification when they are used.
By Nicole AsburyU.S. Education Department to investigate Loudoun handling of sexual assaults
The Department will investigate the school division's handling of two high-profile sexual assault cases from 2021.
By Karina ElwoodD.C. school lottery sees uptick in applications, high school interest
Seventy-four percent of D.C. families were offered seats at their first-choice schools in the My School DC lottery, the highest match rate since the system started almost 10 years ago, according to education officials.
By Lauren LumpkinFor spring break, students squeeze in volunteer hours and give back
While some students hit the road or the beach to enjoy their week off, others spent their spring break squeezing in volunteer hours.
By Karina ElwoodGeorge Washington University narrows list to replace Colonials moniker
George Washington University, for the first time in nearly a century, is hunting for a new nickname after leaders concluded the Colonials moniker is too divisive.
By Nick AndersonD.C. elementary students hospitalized after sharing ‘gummies,’ officials say
The students from Key Elementary School in Northwest are in stable condition, authorities said
By Lauren Lumpkin and Emily DaviesProposed cuts to D.C. school budget draw big crowd at marathon hearing
More than 400 parents, principals, teachers, students and advocates signed up to testify Wednesday at a marathon budget oversight hearing of D.C.’s education agencies, signaling wide dissatisfaction with Mayor Muriel E. Bowser's proposed spending plan.
By Lauren LumpkinStacey Abrams to join Howard University in role focused on race, politics
Stacey Abrams will be the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics at Howard University. She expects to start the multiyear appointment in September.
By Susan SvrlugaD.C.’s Eastern High celebrates 100 years of memories and milestones
Eastern High School, also known as "The Pride of Capitol Hill,” marked its centennial anniversary with an exhibit on the D.C. school's history and a Hall of Fame ceremony.
By Lauren LumpkinFairfax students built an aquaponic farm, and the produce is donated
The vertical farm was created and is run by 15 engineering students at Luther Jackson Middle School in Fairfax County.
By Karina ElwoodA Montgomery County parent still pushes for schools to ban the ‘R-word’
Parent Jared Hautamaki is still fighting for a total ban on attire worn by Montgomery County students with the old name and logo of the Washington Commanders.
By Nicole AsburyLiberty University taps S.C. college leader, Air Force veteran as president
The influential private Christian university will be led by Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Dondi E. Costin.
By Susan SvrlugaSpotsylvania to remove 14 books from school libraries for explicit content
Spotsylvania County Public Schools said the 14 titles would need to be removed from school libraries by Friday at 4 p.m.
By Karina Elwood