Roanoke County Public Schools will host a meeting tonight addressing the growing concerns about smartphone use and online safety among students.

Looking for a way to save? You'll be able to find kids’ clothes, toys, books, shoes, and more at the LFA Kids Consignment Sale! 🛍️

The program, hosted at Saint John’s Episcopal Church, is holding an open house Thursday night from 4 to 6 p.m. to showcase its expanded services!

Roanoke City Public Schools is welcoming 28 new nurses, including 24 familiar faces from Carilion Clinic. 🩺

The first students from ECPI University’s No Bounds program are graduating tomorrow night at the Jefferson Center at 6 pm.

Roanoke City Public Schools is hosting a grand opening of its Community Empowerment Center at Booker T. Washington, providing essential services not only for students but for the whole family.

Sisters Rosa and Porsche Calloway-Hudson share a common goal - earning their high school diplomas. They’re among the first students at The Excel Center, Roanoke’s newest adult high school, opening its doors today.

Roanoke College students will soon move back into their dorms and are ready to start the new year, but they can expect several changes, including a new major and unconventional dorm arrangements.

The popular consignment sale, Savvy Swap, where you can buy things like women’s, men’s, and even juniors’ clothing, is back this weekend.

Centra is expanding urgent care services in Forest, adding more space and staff just as students return to classrooms and flu season ramps up.

Radford Athletic Boosters Club plays a key role in funding the school's athletic department and team needs.

With school back in session, many parents are back to packing lunches for their kids, which can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to.

From vision checks to sleep schedules, health experts are urging parents to prioritize their children’s wellness as students head back to school.

On Aug. 15, many schools in the New River Valley began their school year — but with a significant change.

All Roanoke City Public Schools must wear ID badges when classes resume on Tuesday.

Roanoke City Public Schools will distribute 2,000 free school supply bags to students during its annual Back-to-School Extravaganza on Saturday at William Fleming High School.

It’s almost time for Roanoke City students to head back to class — and on Thursday, Roanoke City teachers got their own first-day feeling.

Botetourt County Public Schools has reinstated random drug testing for students participating in certain extracurricular activities and those with parking passes, allocating $65,000 of its budget towards the new policy.

There are a lot of student discounts out there, from streaming services and smartphones to snacks and takeout.

Experts say it’s worth easing kids back into a regular sleep routine with the start of a new school year.

More than 70% of students say they’re stressed about college costs, according to the Education Data Initiative.

Kids are getting ready to head back to school, and divisions are urging drivers to be extra careful as you’ll see more school buses out on the roads.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. If your child hasn’t gotten their vaccines for the upcoming school year, now is a good time to do so.

The new school year often means a shift in morning and evening routines.

If you still need to get your kid vaccinated or get them their physicals for school, you can do so for free or low cost on Tuesday at the Community Empowerment Center in Roanoke.

You only get one chance to make a first impression—Roanoke students can start school confident with free haircuts Sunday, August 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at First Impressions Barbershop.

Virginia Tech researchers are leading efforts to ensure helmets provide the concussion protection promised by manufacturers.

Grayson County classrooms will be filled with students next week. They rely on the Mount Rogers Community Services Board for what is called therapeutic day treatment — a kind of intensive mental health support that helps traditional school counselors.

As students return to the classroom and families get back to routine, the issue of bullying is once again taking center stage in Virginia.

It’s back-to-school season, and that means lots of school buses will be out on the roads soon, causing concern with everyone.

As summer winds down, students across Southwest Virginia may still be enjoying their break, but for teachers, the work has already begun.

Roanoke families, get ready to kick off the school year with style and support at the Cuts with Cops event on Saturday, Aug. 9.

Hundreds of families will receive free school supplies, haircuts, and wellness services during CHIP of Roanoke Valley’s fourth annual Back-to-School Celebration today.

School districts across Virginia have been making tweaks to their cell phone policies to align with Governor Glenn Youngkin's executive order.

More than 150 teaching positions remain unfilled across Southwest Virginia as some school districts prepare to welcome students back this week, according to a 2024 Virginia Department of Education report.

August offers serious savings on everything you need from campus essentials to backyard basics.

School divisions have spent the past few months making safety upgrades. Those efforts are getting a boost from millions of dollars in state grants.

Several students from Roanoke County Public Schools are being praised for teaming up to raise money for school supplies for kids in need.

Medical experts warn parents to pay attention to how heavy their child’s backpacks are as students get ready to head back to school.

Finding quality, affordable childcare can be a challenge, but the YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is here to help!

Virginia’s annual three-day sales tax holiday kicked off early Friday morning, offering shoppers in Roanoke, and across the state, a break on items ranging from classroom essentials to emergency preparedness gear.

The ‘Load the Bus’ initiative kicks off this Friday, an opportunity for you to help make sure students have the supplies they need to start the school year with success.

The new school year is just around the corner. If your kids have been staying up late this summer, now is a good time to get their sleep schedules back on track.

If you’re looking for a way to save big, Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday is almost here.

Summer vacation is winding down, and parents across the region are getting their kids ready for the new year.

With the ‘Load the Bus’ campaign coming up soon, you can help make sure students have everything they need to be set for success.

It's that time of the year again, and we'd love to see your back-to-school photos!

Verizon authorized retailer Round Room, LLC is hosting its 13th annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” on Sunday, July 27, offering $3 million worth of free backpacks across multiple locations in Virginia.

It’s back-to-school time, and if you’re preparing to go back to school, shopping for all the supplies your kids need, there are some things you want to keep in mind.

Health officials are advising parents to prioritize vaccinations as students prepare to return to classrooms, with the CDC projecting an increase in COVID-19 activity in 27 states, including Virginia.

Verizon stores around the region will be giving out backpacks to students in need on Sunday, July 27.

Back-to-school season is just around the corner, and local school divisions are once again teaming up with Walmart to help students start the year off strong. The “Load the Bus” school supply drive returns August 1st through 3rd.

Carilion Children's Dr. Fulton advised parents to share any concerning information about vaccinations they find online with their doctor first before making a decision. This way, both parties can make informed decisions about the child’s health.

Summer may have just started, but doctors say now is the time to get children vaccinated for back-to-school in the fall. Appointments are already filling up. 10 News talks to a doctor with Carilion Children's about what parents need to know.

Martinsville City Schools is helping its middle school students learn more about what they want to be when they grow up by hosting a career fair called CTE Discovery Career Quest. It’s taking place October 8 at 10 am at the Big Chair Parking Lot in Uptown Martinsville.

Martinsville Police Department wants people to slow down at all its schools, so it installed speed enforcement cameras.

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.

Rayhan Deskins spent nearly 17 years teaching and coaching in Rocky Mount, but left to get Administrative expertise. He brings that back home this year at the Eagles nest.

As students head back to class a local psychologist is sharing tips on how you and your kids can get into a new routine this fall.

School’s back in session for Southwest Virginia schools, and as you’re 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.

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 kids will have the unique opportunity to take free courses at Roanoke College as classes start today.

Long gone are the days when students took the SAT using pencils and paper. That’s because it’s now a digital test.

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 Department’s latest Student Behavior and Administrative Response data.

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Every year, Virginia public schools are required to send a report on student behavior to the state’s Department of Education, which is called the Student Behavior and Administrative Response.

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10 News is your Back-to-School Authority, and we know that safety is the number one concern during this time.

With kids heading back to school, we know that safety is something you’re concerned about.

The Martinsville City schools website is nationally recognized for its excellence.

School starts Tuesday, Aug. 20 for Roanoke City Public School kids, but there’s something a little different kids will need to wear.

10 News is your Back-to-School Authority, and with kids heading back to school, we know safety is top of mind.

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.

The Virginia Department of Education will release new guidance today that will establish cell phone-free environments in schools across the Commonwealth.

Roanoke County emphasizes the importance of bus safety for the new school year, urging drivers to follow the law and give school buses ample space to protect students.

Registration for after school and before school care programs are now open in our region.

Students are heading back to the classrooms and several school divisions in Southwest Virginia have made some changes to keep kids safe.

With numerous colleges and universities located near Route 460 in Virginia VSP troopers will be increasing patrols along the heavily traveled route.

Roanoke City schools are addressing the challenges faced by over 600 homeless students by providing essential support and stability.

This will be the eighth Minnick School in Virginia.

Montgomery County Public Schools has been awarded over $37,000 to expand its drone program.

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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.

Botetourt school district put three schools on the board's list of "highest honors" for the Exemplar performance school awards.

With Tropical Storm Debby set to affect our area some schools have begun delaying start their start dates.

It’s 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 child’s privacy at risk?

CHIP of the Roanoke Valley is giving away free school supplies tomorrow at 10 am as part of its Back to School Celebration.

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.

It’s the last day to donate school supplies to students in need during our Load the Bus Event.

VIrginia Western offered up to two free week long camps per student to rising 10-11-12th graders in Roanoke City schools.

WSLS is partnering with Roanoke City, Salem City, Roanoke County, and Craig County Public Schools for Walmart’s Load the Bus program during tax-free weekend.

Parents tend to spend hundreds of dollars on school supplies every year, but this weekend you can save some money as tax free weekend starts tomorrow.

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.

Running list of how local school systems are responding to the Virginia Governor’s executive order about cell phone-free education

Back to school is just weeks away, and this year, state health leaders want you to add a couple health-related items to your back to school list.

It's that time of the year again, and we'd love to see your back-to-school photos!

Summer vacation is winding down, and parents across the region are getting their kids ready for the new year.

If your family needs a little extra help this Back to School season, the Back2School outreach is here to help.

A Virginia Tech expert is offering advice for parents to address and prevent bullying.

It's the first year of Farm to School program, and so far three owners are participating, Kegley, Pratt, and Mountain