Train Hits Pedestrian, Virginia Native a Hero in France Attack, State's 100 Best Private High Schools: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va. and D.C., including Oscar winners challenging school's Confederate name. Plus, how to share your local news at Patch.

Virginia's Top Schools, Officer in Court on Murder Charge, Airliner Accident at Dulles: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including a "super strain" of head lice in Virginia. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Virginia Lottery's Record-Breaking Year Pays $534 Million to Public Schools

Lottery profits cleared $500 million for only the second time ever, while lotto players hauled in more than $1 billion.

Seven Local High Schools With Best Teacher Ratings

Thomas Jefferson has something else to brag about, but they're not alone this time. How did your school perform?

SACC Registration in Fairfax County Open for 2015-16 and 2016-17

SACC offers before- and after-school care five days a week, and also operates during school breaks and vacations.

Proposed Solutions to Potential FCPS Budget Cuts Continue Rolling In

County residents can propose solutions to a possible $100 million budget shortfall, or can vote in support of someone else's suggestion.

The Class of 2015 Is Getting Ready To Graduate

Here's a schedule of high school graduation ceremonies in Woodbridge and Prince William County.

Weather Decision from Prince William County Schools for Friday

Difficult weather conditions expected March 6 have schools acting early to protect students and staff.

Weather Decision from Prince William County Schools

Snow expected to continue falling into the morning, with additional accumulation.

Weather Delay for Prince William County Schools for Monday

Bus delays are possible in unplowed or unpaved areas.

Weather Decision from Prince William County Schools for Wednesday

Ice on the roads, snow in the parking lots impacts school schedule for Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015.

Weather Decision from Prince William County Schools

Snow will be keeping many of our local students home on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015.

School Shopping Made Simple(r)

For parents thinking of moving a child to a different school next year, right now is the time to start “shopping” for it

Workshop for Siblings of Kids with Special Needs Jan. 26

Sibshops is a celebration of the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special needs.

Weather Delay for Prince William County Schools Thursday

Dangerous temperatures expected when students would normally be walking to school.

Weather Delay for Prince William County Schools Wednesday

After criticism for business-as-usual Tuesday, district acts early on Wednesday start time.

Prince William Schools Apologize for Snow Complications

No early release, but evening programs will be impacted by weather.

PWC School Board Chairman Milton Johns to Retire

School Board Chairman Milton C. Johns announced Monday he will not seek re-election when his term expires at the end of 2015.

Schools Consider Starting Before Labor Day

Prince William County Schools would qualify for a waiver because of all of the snow days in the past several years. Board votes Wednesday.

High School Boundaries Back to the Drawing Board

Department of Justice concerned about demographics of 12th high school, delays school board vote.

First Day of School 2014 Social Pics

Parents snapped pics on Twitter and Instagram from this year's first day.

Back to School: Driver Safety Near Crosswalk, School Bus

“What motorists really need to be aware of is that children are very unpredictable."

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year and administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Henderson Elementary Honored as Program of the Year for Engineering Focus

School takes STEM to a new level and wins national and international recognition, according to Prince William County Schools.

210 Job Openings with Prince William County Schools

Back to school could mean back to work for area residents.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Federal Investigation Alleges Prince William Staff Restrained Disabled Students Too Frequently

Prince William County schools for students with emotional or physical disabilities allegedly used physical restraint or seclusion too often.

7 Odd Items Included in Tax-Free Weekend

Back-to-school shoppers can pick up a number of not-so-school-related items during Virginia’s tax-free weekend beginning Friday, Aug. 1

School Calendar Changes in Prince William County

Snow day sacrifices include longer school day, one less day for Spring Break and more.

Snow Likely Adding More School Days to Semester

Prince William County looks to change June calendar after winter mess.

School Delay Decision from Prince William County Schools

Recent snow and ice impact schedule on Wednesday, March 5.

Snow Day Decision From Prince William County Schools

Where to find information on school changes for Tuesday, March 4, 2014.

Snow Day Decision from Prince William County Schools

How to find the information if schools make change for Monday.

Deployed Navy Dad Surprises Family at Antietam Elementary School

Teacher and student, mother and daughter, get a very welcome visit Thursday.

Snow Day Sacrifice: Big Changes to School Calendar in Prince William County

Superintendent's plan: "Probably won't be popular."

Delay Decision from Prince William County Public Schools

Winter weather overnight to impact start times Tuesday.

School Closings, Delay Decision from Prince William County Schools

Here's where to find schools closing info for Friday.

School Closings, Delay Info in Prince William County

Here's where to find out when/if schools close for Thursday.

Political Education: Virginia Legislators Drafting Textbook Edits, Curriculum Rules

Controversies over Sea of Japan/East Sea references and the value of the creationism debate in science class.

Snow Day Dilemma: Big Pile of Days Off Will Impact School Calendar

Wednesday's snow day has drained the last of Prince William County School's available hours.