Karina Elwood

Washington, D.C.

Local reporter covering schools in Virginia

Education: University of Florida, BS in journalism

Karina Elwood joined the Post in 2021 on the local politics and government team. She previously reported at the Miami Herald, South Florida Sun Sentinel and Orlando Sentinel.
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Latest from Karina Elwood

Va. 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.

April 24, 2023

Rear 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.

April 21, 2023

After 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.

April 20, 2023

Most 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.

April 18, 2023

D.C. porches in full bloom for cherry blossom competition

More than 300 people participated in this year’s "Petal Porches contest," which is run by the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

April 15, 2023

Loudoun schools’ bias-reporting system might violate free speech, court says

An appellate court ruled that Loudoun County parents can litigate over school programs that report racial discrimination and bias in the school system.

April 14, 2023

    Cherry Blossom season ends with Petal Porches contest

    The National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Petal Porches decorating contest began during the pandemic and D.C. residents are keeping the tradition alive.

    April 14, 2023

    U.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.

    April 10, 2023

    For 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.

    April 7, 2023

    Fairfax 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.

    April 2, 2023