One candidate for District 2's school board answers questions.
Parents, students and teachers gather to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Riverdale Park's mayor and council recognize the work of 11 teachers from the DC metro area and Guatemala for their participation in teacher exchange.
Latino Club members volunteer to beautify school, by posting hand-made flags, planting and creating better sense of community.
EXCEL Academy administrators work to create partnerships with University of Maryland, businesses
Teachers dig into their own pockets to make sure students have what they need to succeed in the classroom.
A large turnout of parents and students get a taste of the school year ahead.
Students and parents spend an evening at Riverdale Elementary School.
New Principal Cheryl Logan has a few goals set for the school year.
Through a partnership with Ipala, Guatemala, five Prince George's County teachers visit the sister city to promote cultural awareness and tourism.
CDC and NHTSA have tips for families walking to school.
Although there were some first day jitters, parents say their children are prepared for the first day of school.
University Park Elementary parents have one less thing to worry about on the first day of school.
Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind provides assistance and job training for visually impaired veterans.
The annual ice cream social allows new UPES parents to meet one another.
Local principals meet new students and parents prior to the first day of school.
Getting ready to go back to school is important, but we should cherish the freedom of summer, for the moment.
The Maryland Center for Immunization recommends that students get the flu shot, meningococcal and HPV vaccines.
Parents and schools balance the budget when it comes to buying school supplies.
The tax-free week allows for shoppers to stock up on basic clothes and shoes in time for the new school year.
As the summer lags on, students are still reading with reward incentives underway.
Gang prevention program at the Maryland Multicultural Youth Center in Riverdale Park helps students focus on their grades and school attendance.