school safety

After Morgan State University canceled all homecoming activities following a shooting, Bowie State University amps up its campus security in preparation for its homecoming. News4’s Dominique Moody reports from campus.

A Prince George’s County teacher who says she was assaulted by two students at her elementary school last school year thought about quitting – but instead, decided to stay and fight for teacher safety. News4’s Darcy Spencer reports.

A Prince George’s County teacher is pushing for improved classroom safety for educators, a mission that stems from an attack that took place last school year. 

As students return to the classroom around the D.C. region this year, safety is top of mind. “As a principal, the first thing you think of every day is keeping the students safe. And the parents, when they send the students to school, they trust that you and the staff will keep everyone safe every day,” said Bull Run...

An epidemic of gun violence in this country has some local schools embracing artificial intelligence to keep students and faculty safe. Investigative Reporter Tracee Wilkins and the News4 I-Team got an inside look at how the AI revolution is being used to prevent tragedies in the classroom.

Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis joined News4’s Tony Perkins in the studio to talk about safety in the upcoming school year.

The Prince William County Schools superintendent recommended a plan to install weapons detectors in all 34 middle and high schools. Here’s a quick look at the $10 million proposed plan and what’s next.

As the debate heats up over whether police belong inside schools, a school resource officer in Northeast D.C. speaks about his goals and his view of the SRO program. News4’s Mark Segraves reports.

As school shootings continue across the country and with at least two fatal shootings near D.C. schools this year, the debate on whether or not to have police officers inside public schools is heating up. 

A Manassas high school started using metal detectors on Monday. News4’s Derrick Ward reports on how the program works and how it’s set to expand.

Schools in Texas could see increased required safety upgrades, including panic buttons.

Students in Montgomery County learned the importance of road safety at the “Walk to School Day” on Wednesday. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.

A safety report revealed an increase in violent incidents in Alexandria public schools. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports.

A new safety report for Alexandria City Public Schools reveals a concerning increase in violent incidents.

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said the District is adding 80 crossing guards to help students safely arrive at school. Maryland is warning drivers to be mindful of students who ride the bus.

More speed cameras are being placed in Northern Virginia school zones. News4’s Adam Tuss reports on which schools will be getting the cameras and what residents of the area think about the rising push to install them for children’s safety.

Virginia Attorney General and Fauquier County Schools’ Superintendent discussed school safety, mental health and online safety at an event on Tuesday. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.

Students heading back to school in Alexandria, Virginia, this fall will see more security measures and new protocols aimed at keep them safe.
The school system is also requiring most students to take part in what’s called “social-emotional” learning. News4’s Paul Wagner reports.