Church Pays Off School Lunch Debt In Virginia Counties: Report

Mount Ararat Church contributed $8,000 to Spotsylvania schools and more than $10,000 to Stafford schools to pay off lunch debts.

Gun Threat Closes Mary Washington Fredericksburg Campus: Report

The threatening voicemail prompted university officials to cancel all classes and events Monday.

Catlett Selected To Lead Fredericksburg Schools: Report

Marceline Catlett will be the first African-American to lead Fredericksburg City Schools.

Gardner Appointed Stafford Middle School Assistant Principal

Prior to her appointment, Katelyn Gardner taught world geography at Stafford Middle School.

Stafford High School Bands Perform To Benefit Local Food Bank

All five Stafford County high school bands perform at 7 p.m. tonight. Admission is free with a non-perishable food item.

Students Wear Confederate Flag, Tweet Racial Slurs: Report

Extra school resource officers were called to Riverbend High School in Spotsylvania to "reassure concerned students," according to a report.

Stafford Schools To Hold Teacher Job Fair Oct. 30

The appointment-only event will be held Oct. 30 at Courthouse Community Center in Stafford.

Stafford Superintendent, School Board Plan First Listening Tour

The event is planned Oct. 24 and gives Stafford parents a chance to engage directly with school leaders.

Virginia On-Time Graduation Data: How Spotsylvania Schools Did

Reports from the Virginia Department of Education show the school's on-time graduation rates compared to the district and state.

Virginia On-Time Graduation Data: How Stafford County Schools Did

Reports from the Virginia Department of Education show the school's on-time graduation rates compared to the district and state.

Virginia On-Time Graduation Data: How James Monroe H.S. Did

Reports from the Virginia Department of Education show the school's on-time graduation rates compared to the state.

Six Candidates Selected For Fredericksburg Superintendent Job

The Fredericksburg school board selected six candidates from a pool of dozens to interview for district's top position.

Stafford County School Named National Blue Ribbon School

Rodney E. Thompson Middle School, part of Stafford County Public Schools, was recognized by the U. S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos.

New Assistant Principal Appointed At Stafford Middle School

The new assistant principal of A. G. Wright Middle School has been with Stafford County Public Schools since 2003.

Stafford Students Earn National Merit Scholarship Recognition

Two seniors at Mountain View High School were named Commended Students in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program. ​

Virginia First Lady Attending Stafford School Grand Opening

The grand opening of the North Star Early Childhood Education Center in Stafford will be held tonight, Sept. 23, starting at 5 p.m.Virginia

National Merit Semifinalists Named From Stafford, Spotsylvania

Two local students from Stafford and Spotsylvania counties will advance in the competition for National Merit Scholarships.

Best Colleges In Virginia, DC: New U.S. News Rankings For 2020

U.S. News has released its list of best colleges for 2020. See how Virginia and District of Columbia colleges rank on the new list.

Stafford County Teacher Nominated For National LifeChanger Award

A 12th grade teacher at North Stafford High School was nominated for the 2019-20 National LifeChanger of the Year award.

Spotsylvania Board Considering Cameras On School Buses: Report

The Spotsylvania Board of Directors is considering a proposal to equip buses with cameras to catch motorists who illegally pass buses.

Barefoot Man Rides Bus To Stafford High, Stays For Breakfast

The 26-year-old man was arrested, but his presence has many questioning the security procedures at Stafford High School.

Fredericksburg School Calendars 2019-20: Holidays, Days Off

When's the last day of classes for Fredericksburg area schools? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Ribbon Cutting Aug. 8 For Anne E. Moncure Elementary School

A ribbon cutting and grand opening will be held Aug. 8 at 4:30 p.m. for the Anne E. Moncure Elementary School in Stafford.

Fredericksburg City Schools 2019-20: Registration Reminder

Here's a reminder from Fredericksburg City Schools, which might be jarring inasmuch that the Fourth of July was, like, five minutes ago.

New Assistant Principals Named At Stafford Schools

Stafford County Public Schools has announced more new assistant principals for the coming school year.

New School Principals Approved In Stafford County

Here's a look at several of the new principals recently approved by the Stafford County School Board.

Stafford School Wins Voter Registration Challenge

The Inspire BP club at Brooke Point High School won a statewide voter registration challenge for the third consecutive year.

Stafford Senior Earns College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship

A student from Stafford is among 3,500 receiving National Merit Scholarships from colleges.

New Assistant Principals Tapped In Stafford County

Two new assistant principals have been approved by the Stafford County School Board, according to Stafford County Public Schools.

New Assistant Principals Named At Stafford Elementary Schools

Two elementary schools in Stafford have new assistant principals, Stafford County Public Schools announced Monday.

High School Wins Graphic Imaging And Printing Award In Stafford

The Graphic Imaging and Printing program at North Stafford High School, under the direction of Susan Caldwell, is being celebrated.

Tim Kaine To Hold Education Roundtable In Stafford

A week after introducing legislation to address teacher shortages in rural areas, Va. Senator Tim Kaine will hold a roundtable in Stafford.

Stafford Student Wins National Merit $2,500 Scholarship

The 2019 National Merit $2500 Scholarship winners were announced Wednesday. See the Stafford winner.

UMW dining employee wins silver medal at Special Olympics

Rally to celebrate Grace Anne Braxton scheduled for April 11

Student Dies After Playing Basketball At School In Fredericksburg

A student at James Monroe High School collapsed and later died Monday after playing basketball in the school gymnasium, says the principal.

Fredericksburg-Area Schools Change Schedule For Thursday, Feb. 21

All three public schools systems in the Fredericksburg area have altered their schedules for Thursday, Feb. 21.

Fredericksburg-Area Schools Make Wednesday Weather Call: UPDATE

UPDATE: Public schools in the Fredericksburg area have made snow-related calls and released details for Wednesday, Feb. 20.

STEM16 Summit Gears Up In Fredericksburg

Innovation at its very essence will be on full display next month at the 8th annual STEM16 Summit at James Monroe High in Fredericksburg.

UMW global food fair promotes study abroad

Dishes from over two dozen countries wowed students at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) during a Global Food Fair.

Fredericksburg-Area Schools Change Thursday Schedule UPDATE

Because of extremely cold weather, Fredericksburg-area public schools have changed the schedule for Thursday.