FAFSA Completions Down In VA: How Leesburg Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Leesburg area high schools.

Supreme Court Rejects VA School System's Anti-Transgender Case

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a Virginia school board’s appeal to reinstate the school system's transgender bathroom ban.

Protests Against Trans Students, Equity Derail School Meeting

Protests against critical race theory and policies for trans students at a Loudoun County School Board meeting led to two arrests.

Permanent Superintendent Named For Loudoun County Schools

The Loudoun County School Board officially named a permanent superintendent at their meeting on Tuesday, June 8.

Foes Of Critical Race Theory In Schools Hold Rally In Leesburg

Opponents accused Loudoun County school leaders of adopting the principles of critical race theory by cloaking it under the term "equity."

Teacher Who Disputed Transgender Policy Reinstated By Court Order

A Loudoun County teacher who was suspended after disputing a policy for transgender students was granted an injunction to return to work.

Systemic Racism Initiative Draws Lawsuit Against Loudoun Schools

A group of parents are suing Loudoun County schools, over an equity ambassador program designed to combat systemic racism and racial bias.

Leesburg Student Wins College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship

A student from Tuscarora High School was awarded a scholarship from Purdue University and the National Merit Scholarship program.

Suspended Teacher Files Lawsuit Against Loudoun County Schools

A teacher who was suspended after speaking out against a policy for transgender students has filed suit against Loudoun's school system.

Teacher Who Disputed School's Transgender Policy Placed On Leave

A P.E. teacher at Leesburg Elementary was placed on administrative leave after expressing discomfort with a policy for transgender students.

Celebrate Your 2021 Graduate On Leesburg Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Leesburg Patch.

2021 College Aid: How Leesburg Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Leesburg area high schools.

In Leesburg Area, Share Of College Grads Increases

The percentage of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been increasing. Here's how it’s changed in Loudoun County.

Loudoun Schools Will Offer In-Person Instruction 4 Days A Week

Loudoun County Public Schools said students will participate in in-person learning for four days per week starting next month.

Rally Message To School Board Members: 'We Are Coming After You'

The Leesburg rally included parents and GOP candidates criticizing virtual instruction a week before Loudoun County schools are to reopen.

"Open Loudoun Schools" Rally Planned For Monday Evening

Parents and community members plan to host a "Open the Schools" rally on Monday outside the Loudoun County Government Center in Leesburg.

School Board ‘Cowards’ For COVID Closures: Loudoun Man Says

At a school board meeting, a Loudoun man called school board members cowards for not announcing a return to in-person learning.

All Loudoun Co. Classes, Activities Canceled Schools Wednesday

All distance-learning classes for Loudoun County schools have been canceled for Wednesday.

Loudoun School Chief Officially Named Head Of Texas School System

Eric Williams will begin working as superintendent of the Texas district in January. His last day as LCPS superintendent will be Jan. 6.

Students At 15 Loudoun Elementary Schools Test Positive

At the elementary school level, more than a dozen students in Loudoun have tested positive for the coronavirus since hybrid learning began.

VA Attorney General Finds Discrimination At Academies Of Loudoun

The Academies of Loudoun discriminated against Black students in its admissions process, the Virginia attorney general's office concluded.

Loudoun To Name Interim Schools Chief As Nationwide Search Begins

The Loudoun school board will name an interim superintendent when outgoing schools chief Eric Williams officially tenders his resignation.

Loudoun Schools Superintendent Leaving For Houston Area Job

Loudoun School Superintendent Eric Williams was named the sole finalist for superintendent of a school district in the Houston area.

Riverside High School Stadium To Be Named After Student

The Loudoun school board voted to name the facilities after Fitz Thomas, a student at Riverside High who drowned in June at the age of 16.

Loudoun Sheriff's Office Works With Schools On Virtual Drug Class

The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office's Drug Abuse Resistance Education, or D.A.R.E., program is going online this school year.

Loudoun Schools Issue Apology To Black Residents For Segregation

The letter apologized for the lasting impact the racist actions of county leaders had on Black students and residents in the county.​​

Loudoun Schools Move Forward With Hybrid In-Person Model

The Loudoun County School Board directed staff to initiate part-time in-person learning for students in grades K-2 on Oct. 27.​

2021 National Merit Semifinalists Named From Leesburg Schools

Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2021.

Loudoun Schools To Issue Apology For Resistance To Integration

Loudoun County schools, one of the last school systems in the nation to desegregate, hopes the county board will support its effort.

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool Students Host Penny Drive

Students participated in a penny drive and raised $275 to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Pennies for Patients program

Foundation Awards $21,200 In College, Vocational Scholarships

The Community Foundation awarded $21,200 in scholarships to seven students pursuing higher education and vocational training.

Loudoun Schools Superintendent Lists Reasons For Going Virtual

Superintendent Eric Williams said he knows the switch to virtual learning is a disappointment to families that chose the hybrid option.

Loudoun School Board Votes To Implement All-Virtual Start In Fall

Loudoun County Superintendent Eric Williams recommended the county school board approve an all-virtual start to the fall semester.

School Board Votes To Get Rid Of Raiders As High School Nickname

The Loudoun County School Board voted early Tuesday morning to remove Raiders as the nickname for Loudoun County High School.

Loudoun To Accept Public Input On 'Raiders' Name Change Proposal

The Loudoun school board is planning to accept public comment on a proposal to remove Raiders as Loudoun County High School's nickname.

Board Expected To Remove Raiders Nickname From Loudoun County HS

The Loudoun County School Board plans to vote Monday on whether to remove Raiders as Loudoun County High School's nickname.

Loudoun Schools Urge Students, Families To Take Precautions

Loudoun schools issued the warning after students participated in private events where they may have been exposed to the coronavirus.

Tuscarora HS Senior Highlights His Autism And Achievements

Rather than letting his autism control him, Christian, a high school senior from Leesburg, says he has created his "own path in life."

Leesburg High School Senior Wins Graduation Speech Contest

Sen. Tim Kaine posted a speech by Anna, a graduating senior at Tuscarora High School in Leesburg, who won his graduation speech contest.

Head Of Loudoun Schools Named To VA COVID-19 Education Work Group

Members of Virginia’s COVID-19 Education Work Group include Dr. Eric Williams, superintendent of Loudoun County Public Schools​.