Virginiaโs New Cell Phone-Free Policy: What Local Schools Are Saying
The Virginia Department of Education is releasing its final guidance on creating cell phone-free education in the Commonwealth on Monday, and you have until Sunday to provide feedback.
Avoiding Back Pain: Tips for packing your kidโs backpack
Schoolโs back in session for Southwest Virginia schools, and as youโre busy getting your little ones out the door in the morning, it can be tempting to put everything in their backpacks. However, doctors are urging parents to think twice.
Roanoke College announces $60 million science center makeover
Competitive cheer, band and majoring in cannabis are major changes students at Roanoke College can expect, including a $60 million makeover of its science center.
Virginia high school students embrace college life early with Roanoke Collegeโs free program
Virginia High School kids will have the unique opportunity to take free courses at Roanoke College as classes start today.
Violence and drug incidents prompt Lynchburg Schools to enhance security
Lynchburg City Public Schools had five cases where they had to contact law enforcement in the 2022 to 2023 school year, according to the Virginia State Departmentโs latest Student Behavior and Administrative Response data.
Roanoke County Public Schools report 17 cases of written threats and intimidation
Every year, Virginia public schools are required to send a report on student behavior to the stateโs Department of Education, which is called the Student Behavior and Administrative Response.
WEIGH IN | What are your concerns about the changes to some school bus routes for Roanoke City schools?
Roanoke City Public Schools has announced bus routes for the upcoming year, and more than 130 parents took to social media to voice their concerns.
Virginia Department of Education set to issue guidance on cell phone-free education
The Virginia Department of Education will release new guidance today that will establish cell phone-free environments in schools across the Commonwealth.
VSP implementing "Operation College Safe Return" which will increase police patrols on Route 460
With numerous colleges and universities located near Route 460 in Virginia VSP troopers will be increasing patrols along the heavily traveled route.
Roanoke County School Board set to vote on cell phone policy this week
Classroom controversies are brewing as the Roanoke County school board pushes for new cell phone policies. With just a couple days left before school starts the time is ticking to make a decision.
The dangers of oversharing back-to-school info
Itโs back to school here at WSLS! And with back to school comes the cute back-to-school pictures we all know and love: Backpacks and smiles waiting for the bus. But did you know some back-to-school pictures can put your childโs privacy at risk?
Roanoke Valley organization hosting event to equip kids with supplies and confidence for school
CHIP of the Roanoke Valley is giving away free school supplies tomorrow at 10 am as part of its Back to School Celebration.
Statewide Zoom call on cell phone-free education set for Monday morning
The Virginia Department of Education is giving people throughout the Commonwealth a chance to voice their concerns and provide input on cell phone-free education.
Students, parents and staff weigh in on new Montgomery County Public Schools cell phone policy ahead of school year
A Virginia Tech political expert tell us for many elections, the Vice President is not a major factor to swing voters, but with the recent events, she said people are now paying closer attention.
Hereโs how Virginia families can get help with school supplies ahead of the school year
If your family needs a little extra help this Back to School season, the Back2School outreach is here to help.
Hereโs what to know about Roanoke City Public Schoolsโ adjusted bus routes
As Roanoke City School students return to the classroom for their second week, there will be some adjustments to bus routes that parents should keep in mind.
Back to school safety and security: Who was left out of our coverage and why
In June, 10 News contacted all 35 school divisions in the Southwest, Central Virginia viewing area to find out what measures theyโre taking to keep staff and students safe.
SOUND OFF: What do you think of Roanokeโs new staggered bell schedule?
This year, Roanoke City Public Schools is trying something different to make sure students get to the classroom on time: a staggered bell schedule.
Back to school safety and security: Roanoke City Public Schools
Roanoke City Public Schools serves nearly 14,000 students across 17 elementary schools, five middle schools and Patrick Henry and William Fleming High Schools.
Roanokeโs Back-to-School Extravaganza to provide students with free school supplies
Roanoke City Public Schools (RCPS) is making sure students have everything they need to kick the school year off with a bang.
Back to school safety and security: Bedford County Public Schools
Bedford County Public Schools serves more than 9,000 students across 13 elementary schools, three middle schools and Staunton River, Liberty and Jefferson Forest high schools.
Roanoke leaders talk importance of D.A.R.E. program
The D.A.R.E. program, which stands for drug abuse resistance education, is being offered in some local schools, like Roanoke City, to educate students about the risks of drug use.
Roanoke City volunteers pack more than 3K bags with school supplies for students in need
Supplies collected during the Load the Bus event in Roanoke will soon be distributed to families in need.
Back to school safety and security: Pittsylvania County Public Schools
Pittsylvania County serves around 8,000 students in ten elementary, four middle and four high schools, including Chatham, Dan River, Gretna and Tunstall.
Roanoke County Superintendent Dr. Nicely welcomes students back to school
Wednesday was the first day back at school for some districts. And in Roanoke County, Superintendent Dr. Ken Nicely welcomed students back at Masons Cove Elementary School.
Kids can get free haircuts, school supplies at Roanoke County โCuts with Copsโ event
Several Roanoke and Roanoke County organizations are working to provide kids with free haircuts and school supplies at a โCuts with Copsโ event, leaders said.
Back to school safety and security: Roanoke County Public Schools
Roanoke County serves nearly 14,000 students and consists of 16 elementary schools, five middle schools and Cave Spring, Glenvar, Hidden Valley, Northside and William Byrd High Schools.
New Pulaski County Superintendent prepares for school year
Pulaski county is revving up for students to get back into the classroom and with the start of school just around the corner, their new superintendent said this summer was an opportunity to get out and connect with the community.