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Southeast DC middle school football team named best in the country | Get Uplifted
WASHINGTON — A group of young athletes from southeast D.C. are getting us uplifted. The Panthers of John Hayden Johnson Middle School are once again champions on and off the football field. The team is ranked the No. 1 middle school football team in the nation. Under the leadership...
Football coach, teacher at Langley High School arrested for 5 counts of soliciting a minor
FREDERICK, Md. — An online sting operation in Maryland resulted in the arrest of a high school football coach and teacher in Fairfax County. The Frederick County Sheriff's Office charged David Clay Murray, 48, on five separate counts of sexual solicitation of a minor. Fairfax County Public Schools says...
Frost Brothers Bring National Championships to D.C.’s Eastern High Through Esports
Taylor and Tyler Frost, brothers and Eastern High School students, have become regional and national PlayVs NBA2K champions, demonstrating the potential of esports as a path to success beyond high school. The post Frost Brothers Bring National Championships to D.C.’s Eastern High Through Esports appeared first on The Washington Informer.
Prince George's County Public Schools consolidating bus stops for the upcoming school year
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. — The Prince George's County Public School system is making changes to its bus routes ahead of the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. WUSA9 attended an information session at Fairmount Heights High School in Landover, Maryland. According to Keba Baldwin, the Director of Transportation and Central...
Back to School Backpack and Supplies Giveaway
School bells will be ringing in a matter of weeks and that means the rush is on to get youngsters the materials needed for a successful school year. WHUR and our partners want to give parents and guardians a helping hand. We are crisscrossing the DMV on August 17th to distribute hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies just in time for back-to-school.
Pencils down, caps on: DC’s first teaching apprenticeship grads are ready to school the world
WASHINGTON — Imagine becoming a teacher without the hefty tuition fees. In D.C., it’s not just a dream, it’s the new reality for paraprofessionals and graduates ready to lead the classroom. In a landmark moment for education in the District, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of...
50 paraprofessionals get free tuition at UDC to finish degrees while working in the classroom
D.C. celebrated the first class of its Apprenticeship in Teaching program Wednesday, which allows 50 veteran paraprofessionals to continue working in city classrooms while completing their education at the University of the District of Columbia, cost free, to become certified teachers in D.C. public schools. Devin Jones, who is entering...
Night Watch to offer free tutoring
Night Watch Urgent Care, a pediatric healthcare center in Falls Church, is starting a free tutoring program called Brain Boosters. Night Watch is located at 7263 Arlington Blvd, Suite F, in Graham Park Plaza. It’s open 10 a.m.-midnight on weekdays and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on weekends. The night hours make it convenient for parents to get their children’s medical needs taken care of without having to disrupt their work and school schedules.
D.C. Tutoring Program Drives Academic Gains for Black and Low-Income Students
D.C.'s High Impact Tutoring Initiative has significantly improved academic performance and narrowed the achievement gaps for Black and low-income students, and the program has also been found to increase school attendance. The post D.C. Tutoring Program Drives Academic Gains for Black and Low-Income Students appeared first on The Washington Informer.
More Than 100 MCPS Students Graduated in Summer Ceremony This Week
MCPS recently shared that graduates donned red, black, green, and blue gowns as they celebrated the conclusion of their high school journey. Over 100 MCPS students gathered on Tuesday at Wheaton High School for the summer school graduation ceremony. The achievements of these seniors were hard-earned, with students dedicating their...
Consumer watchdog puts school lunch “junk fees” in the spotlight
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has released a new report highlighting what it calls “junk fees” charged by school lunch payment platforms. The report focuses on fees that are charged by payment processing companies when parents make online payments for their child’s school lunch program.
Maryland high school basketball stars hope to inspire others
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) – For Anne Arundel County natives Noah Frayer and Jordan Brown basketball has become a lifestyle, an outlet in difficult moments. As they move into their college careers, it’s inspired them to become an example for others. The two have played basketball since they were young and continued […]
School Zone Speed Cameras Turn On Aug. 19
Time to get back into the habit of slowing down (a lot) around schools. School zone speed cameras will be turning on again Aug. 19, the first day of school in Alexandria and in Fairfax County. The cameras are active during set hours, typically before and after school, are take...
Six DMV teachers selected for Amazon computer science equity fellowship
WASHINGTON — Six teachers from the DMV have been selected to take part in a two-year paid fellowship to enhance computer science education. The Amazon Future Engineer initiative selected 50 educators from across the country to join its Teacher Ambassador Program. The program intends to expand STEM education and tech opportunities for students nationwide, according to Victor Reinoso, global director of Amazon’s philanthropic education initiatives.
Helping Gen Z High School Seniors Prepare for College
Parents of Gen Z high school seniors should guide their children in making informed decisions about their future, emphasizing the value of a STEM education, exploring scholarship opportunities, and considering careers with growth prospects. The post Helping Gen Z High School Seniors Prepare for College appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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