Education Nation: An NBC4 Special Report

Schools in the D.C. metro area are getting creative. They're pushing back start times to give kids more rest. They're passing on homework and focusing on reading. They're creating new programs for students new to the country.

We took a look at some of those experiments in a NBC4 Education Nation special that aired on News4 Saturday at 10 a.m.

If you missed it, watch on Cozi Sunday at 6:30 p.m. (Click here for Cozi listings.) It's also available on Comcast On Demand starting Monday.

Here are some of the highlights of our special:

Virginia School Exploring Year-Round Program

News4’s Aaron Gilchrist reports on possible plans for a 12-month school year in Manassas Park, Virginia. Part of our News4 Education Nation Special.

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News4’s Angie Goff reports on what high school students should be doing now to avoid big problems facing college freshmen. Part of our News4 Education Nation special.

DC Schools Making Progress; More Work Ahead

News4’s Tom Sherwood sits down with D.C. Schools Chancellor Kaya Henderson. Part of our News4 Education Nation Special.

Fairfax Students Will Get To Hit The Snooze Button

Northern Virginia bureau reporter David Culver explains the impact of Fairfax County’s new school start times. Part of our News4 Education Nation special.

Prince George’s County Opening Two Schools For Immigrants

News4’s Richard Jordan reports on plans to open two schools in Prince George’s County for immigrant students. Part of our News4 Education Nation Special.