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‘Give people hope': DC students get free backpacks, haircuts at RFK Stadium
The D.C. Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services helped District kids get ready for the new school year, handing out school supplies and more at RFK Stadium. Parents and organizers describe what it meant to them.
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DC drivers face $500 tickets for blowing past stopped school buses
Drivers in D.C. who pass a stopped school bus, endangering kids, could be hit with a $500 ticket. School buses are now equipped with cameras to catch violators. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.
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Dunn Foundation back-to-school event on Saturday
The foundation is still accepting donations for its annual back-to-school drive-thru giveaway.
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Tayac Elementary School teacher surprised with Ready 4 School Pepco donation
When students return to Tayac Elementary School next week, a new STEM lab will be there to welcome them. News4’s Molette Green and Pepco surprised an art teacher by funding her Donors Choose wish list for the school year.
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Back-to-school shopping: What's worth waiting for
Back-to-school shopping is in full swing, but Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains it might be worth waiting until Labor Day or October for some deals.
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Students head back to school in Frederick County
There are more enrollment opportunities for pre-K in Frederick County Public Schools in Maryland, but class sizes in the district have increased. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Ready 4 School Backpack Drive surprises science teacher in Alexandria
NBC4 and Apple Federal Credit Union surprises an Alexandria City High School science teacher with a $1,000 check towards her wish list for the school year at the annual Ready 4 School Backpack Drive. Viewers are encouraged to come by the drive and drop off backpacks filled with school supplies. News4’s Molette Green reports.
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Use student discounts to score deals on back-to-school shopping
For college students and their parents, it’s important to pay close attention to special promotions this time of year. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares ways to save money on back-to-school shopping.
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Local teachers show off their fun summer vacations in a snapshot
As students return back to school and vacations come to a close, local teachers are reminiscing about their summer fun away from the classroom. News4’s Molette Green reports.
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How to save money on back-to-school essentials
News4’s Susan Hogan has tips for saving money on your supplies.
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Fairfax County Public Schools changes grading policies, adds new sports
It’s the first day of school for the 10th largest school division in the U.S. and students are arriving with positive attitudes. Students could see some changes to grading policies and academic courses. They can also try their hand at a new sport like girls’ wrestling. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Some families expect to go into debt shopping for back to school, reports find. High prices are partly to blame
With back-to-school shopping in full swing, up to one-third of families say buying supplies for the new year will put them into debt.
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New cellphone policy affects over 30 Prince William County schools
Prince William County Public Schools students are picking up their pencils and pens as they head back to school for their first day. A pilot program including 33 schools in the county will implement a new cell phone policy to help students focus and lessen distractions. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.
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Got cold symptoms? Here's when kids should take a sick day from school
Parents are struggling to decide when it’s ok to send a child to school while sick. What health experts are now saying
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Marshall High School seniors share excitement about final year of high school
Two seniors at Marshall High School are excited to start their final year of high school in Fairfax County as the band, cheerleader and football team welcome them back. They tell freshmen to not be afraid to reach out for help and share their academic goals before they graduate. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Alexandria City Public Schools superintendent talks about Minnie Howard Campus, staffing
Alexandria City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt welcomes bus drivers on the first day of school for Alexandria City. She gives an overview of what to expect from the new Minnie Howard Campus and how the district still needs bus drivers. News4’s Megan McGrath reports.
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Parents gear up for Prince George's County Public Schools bus route changes, start times
Parents and school leaders met at Oxon Hill High School on Thursday, Aug. 15 to learn how Prince George’s County Public Schools’ new bus routes will make transportation more reliable. The changes come as an effort to fix major problems with school bus transportation, which have existed in the county for years. In the past, students have reported long wait…
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Local schools, WMATA officials distribute backpacks in Prince George's County and DC
As the summer winds down, backpacks are distributed by school officials in Prince George’s County and by WMATA in D.C. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
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Prince George's County Public Schools host annual backpack drive
There’s still a little bit of summer break left, but students in Prince George’s County can start getting ready this weekend. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
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It's Back-to-School Season! See where teachers and families can get freebies and big discounts
It’s back-to-school season and many major retailers, restaurants and brands are offering special discounts and freebies.