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5 Northern Virginia Students to Compete at 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee
1+ hour, 18+ min ago (297+ words) Champs from across the No VA region will compete in the 101st national competition. By Dawn Klavon May 22, 2026 at 12: 18 pm Five of the region's brightest young spellers will take the national stage in Washington, DC. They will be, armed with flashcards, Greek…...
DOE Investigating Another Loudoun High School Bathroom Incident
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (169+ words) By Debbie Williams May 21, 2026 at 10: 37 am OCR is investigating whether LCPS violated Title IX law by failing to prevent and properly redress allegations of sexual harassment. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex…...
Fairfax County Expands Montessori Model at Select Schools
1+ week, 1+ day ago (256+ words) FCPS is expanding the program to additional schools and will include some first graders starting in 20262027. By Debbie Williams May 14, 2026 at 8: 00 am Fairfax County Public Schools is embracing the Montessori learning model in some schools. After launching a Montessori program…...
Library of Congress Unveils New Experiential Gallery
1+ week, 1+ day ago (326+ words) The Source gives young visitors a peek into the research process in a fun, accessible way. By Maggie Roth May 14, 2026 at 7: 00 am The'world's largest library'has debuted a new experience for young researchers.'The Source: Where Curiosity Sparks Discovery, a research…...
Check Out These 6 Books Featuring Arlington
1+ week, 4+ day ago (22+ words) These books use Arlington as more than a backdrop, whether it's a staycation guide, a neighborhood history, or a crime novel....
'Space Gal' Emily Calandrelli Is on a Mission to Make Science Fun for Everyone
1+ week, 4+ day ago (139+ words) The popular You Tuber and host of former Netflix series "Emily's Wonder Lab" is now based in Northern Virginia. By Emily Perez May 11, 2026 at 7: 30 am I'm from West Virginia, and so this is a bit like a coming home event....
Meet the Goats Taking Over The University of Mary Washington's Campus
2+ week, 2+ day ago (368+ words) These cute animals are helping with the landscaping on the college campus. By Debbie Williams May 6, 2026 at 7: 30 am The University of Mary Washington may have an eagle as its mascot, but'a very different'animal has been making its mark on the…...
Fairfax County Considers Boundaries for New Skyview High School
2+ week, 4+ day ago (303+ words) Families can see how the boundaries may affect them under'three'different scenarios posted in the FCPS Boundary Review Tool. By Maggie Roth May 4, 2026 at 11: 19 am Located'in Herndon, the new school'is scheduled to open for the 20262027 school year. For the first year,…...
Check Out These Teacher Appreciation Week Deals and Discounts
3+ week, 4+ hour ago (637+ words) These businesses are honoring educators with special savings. By Debbie Williams May 1, 2026 at 8: 50 am National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4 to 8, and businesses both locally and nationally are honoring the hard work and dedication that educators provide. Here are some…...
Fairfax County Urges Parents Not to Give Kids a Cellphone Until After 8th Grade
3+ week, 1+ day ago (18+ words) A Fairfax County cellphone resolution encourages parents to wait until after eighth grade to give kids a cellphone....