Tag: back_to_school
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Rep. Walkinshaw Tackles Rising School Costs, Demands ICE Accountability, and Boosts Local Services
Rep. James Walkinshaw addresses rising back-to-school costs, criticizes Trump administration tariffs, and details a congressional investigation into an ICE agent incident in Fairfax County, while also promoting local services.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementEducationGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomy James WalkinshawFairfax CountyBack-to-SchoolConsumer CostsICE InvestigationPassport ServicesVirginia Railway ExpressRep. James WalkinshawRestonCongress
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Mayor Bowser Invites Community to 'ClapThemBack' for Upcoming School Year
Mayor Bowser and DC officials invite the community to participate in the 'ClapThemBack' event on August 24, 2026. This initiative aims to welcome public school students across all eight wards with encouragement and positive energy for the upcoming school year.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial Issues Mayor BowserDistrict of ColumbiaClapThemBackBack to SchoolCommunity EngagementWashington D.C.District of Columbia Mayors Office
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Census Bureau Offers Back-to-School Data and Resources
The U.S. Census Bureau offers data on education spending, school enrollment, and internet access for the back-to-school season. Resources like 'Statistics in Schools' are available to aid students and educators, providing crucial information for informed decisions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEducationEconomyComputers and InternetSocial Issues U.S. Census BureauSchool EnrollmentInternet AccessBack to SchoolStatistics in SchoolsGovernment Data
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Mayor Bowser Invites Community to "Clap Them Back" for School Opening
Mayor Bowser invites DC residents to "Clap Them Back" on August 24, 2026, welcoming students to public and charter schools across all eight wards. The event aims to foster a positive start to the 2027-2026 school year with community encouragement.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues Mayor BowserDistrict of ColumbiaBack to SchoolPublic Schools#ClapThemBackCommunity EngagementDistrict of Columbia Mayors Office
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Mayor Bowser to Host "Clap Them Back" Event for DC Students
Mayor Bowser and DC officials invite community to "Clap Them Back" event on August 24, 2026, to welcome public school students across all eight wards with encouragement and positive energy for the new school year.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues Mayor BowserDistrict of ColumbiaBack to SchoolPublic SchoolsCommunity EventWashington D.C.District of Columbia Mayors Office
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Fairfax CSB Offers Back-to-School Support for Youth and Families
Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board offers vital support for youth and families preparing for the new school year. Services include therapy, psychiatric care, counseling, and in-school clinicians to ensure a healthier and easier academic experience for students and caregivers.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEducationLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsMedical ScienceSocial IssuesLegal Fairfax CountyFairfax-Falls Church Community Services BoardYouth ProgramsMental HealthBack to SchoolCounselingFamily & ParentingFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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DC Education Ombudsman Releases Back-to-School Guide for 2026-27 Academic Year
Washington, DC's Education Ombudsman provides essential back-to-school resources for the 2026-27 academic year, including health requirements, transportation, and community events, with DCPS starting August 24.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsEducationTransportationSocial IssuesLegal Washington D.C.Back-to-SchoolPublic EducationDC Education OmbudsmanImmunizationsSpecial EducationCommunity Events
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Connecticut Eliminates Sales Tax on School Supplies, Expands Tax-Free Week
Connecticut eliminates sales tax on nonelectronic school supplies permanently and expands its annual Sales Tax-Free Week. Consumers will save millions on back-to-school essentials, including clothing and footwear up to $300, from August 16-22, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducation ConnecticutSales TaxSchool SuppliesSales Tax-Free WeekBack-to-SchoolRetailGovernor Ned LamontConnecticut Governors Office
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U.S. Census Bureau Highlights August Activities, Back-to-School Data, and New Resources
The U.S. Census Bureau details August activities, including back-to-school statistics for 54.4 million students, upcoming data webinars, and new economic indicators. A new Help Center is also available for user support.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues U.S. Census BureauBack to SchoolWebinarsEconomic IndicatorsAmerican Community SurveyData
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Mayor Bowser Unveils New Back to School Checklist for DC Families
Mayor Muriel Bowser introduces a new Back to School Checklist to help Washington D.C. families prepare for the upcoming school year, covering enrollment, health, transportation, and attendance, alongside community events.
Politics and GovernmentSportGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesTransportationHealth Muriel BowserWashington D.C.Back to SchoolCommunity EventsFort Dupont Ice Arena
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Fairfax County Chairman Shares Back-to-School Resources
Fairfax County Chairman Jeffrey C. McKay offers essential resources for the 2026-2027 school year, including vaccination clinics, tax-free savings, and learning support, ensuring a smooth return to classes for students and families.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementEducationState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborEnvironmentMedical Science Fairfax CountyJeffrey C. McKayBack to SchoolSchool ResourcesVaccinationsTax-Free WeekendCommunity ServicesFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Offers Savings on Emergency Supplies and School Items
Virginia's sales tax holiday, August 7-9, offers tax-free shopping for back-to-school items and emergency supplies. Fairfax County Emergency Information encourages residents to use this opportunity to prepare for emergencies while saving money on essential goods.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEducationEconomyState GovernmentsSocial Issues VirginiaSales Tax HolidayEmergency SuppliesFairfax CountyBack-to-SchoolTax ExemptionShoppingFairfax County Emergency Information
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Fairfax County DEMS Hosts Back-to-School Preparedness Webinar Tonight
Fairfax County's DEMS offers a free webinar tonight, August 5, at 7 p.m. Learn about back-to-school preparedness from Purvis Dawson of Fairfax County Public Schools. No registration is needed for this vital emergency planning session.
Politics and GovernmentEducationUSAState GovernmentsSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Fairfax CountyEmergency ManagementBack-to-SchoolWebinarPreparednessPurvis DawsonPublic SchoolsFairfax County Emergency Information
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Virginia Announces 2026 Sales Tax Holiday for Essentials
Virginia's 2026 Sales Tax Holiday, August 7-9, offers tax-free purchases on back-to-school items, emergency supplies, and energy-efficient products. Fairfax County also announces new OEEC director and environmental initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentWeatherState GovernmentsEconomyClimate ChangeEnergyEducation Virginia Sales Tax HolidayFairfax CountyEmergency PreparednessEnergy EfficiencyBack-to-SchoolEnvironmental PolicyRenewable EnergyFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Nebraska DHHS Issues Back-to-School HPV Vaccination Alert for 9-Year-Olds
Nebraska DHHS released a "Back-to-School Action Alert" promoting HPV vaccination for 9-year-olds. The alert, available on their Health Alert Network, emphasizes early vaccination as students prepare for school, providing crucial public health guidance.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues Nebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesHPV VaccinationBack-to-SchoolHealth Alert NetworkPublic HealthVaccinationNebraska
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Fairfax County Health Department Extends Hours for Back-to-School Immunizations
Fairfax County Health Department offers extended hours from July 31 to August 21 at its four public health centers for back-to-school immunizations. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.
HealthLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducationTransportationState Governments Fairfax CountyHealth DepartmentImmunizationsBack-to-SchoolChildrenPublic Health CentersDr. Parham JaberiFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Alabama Governor Promotes Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday
Governor Kay Ivey urges Alabama families to prepare for the school year during the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, July 17-19, 2026. The event offers state sales tax exemptions on school supplies, uniforms, and computers, with expanded limits to help families…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducation AlabamaSales Tax HolidaySchool SuppliesGovernor Kay IveyTax ExemptionBack-to-SchoolAlabama Governor's Office
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Fairfax County Health Department to Launch Back-to-School Immunization Clinics
Fairfax County Health Department is set to begin back-to-school immunization clinics on July 31. Services will be offered at four public health centers, with appointments encouraged but walk-ins also welcome for student vaccinations.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementEducationState GovernmentsSocial IssuesElectionMedical Science Fairfax CountyImmunizationBack-to-SchoolHealth ClinicsVirginiaPublic HealthVaccinationsFairfax County GovernmentRestonVA
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Media Monitor: CBC News Reports on Crime Crackdown in D.C., 'Maple Washing'
CBC News reports on the surge of federal police in Washington, D.C., and the debate over its effectiveness, plus updates on 'maple washing' and wildfires disrupting back-to-school.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessEntertainmentWeatherMediaCanadaAfricaGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseFederal GovernmentEconomyTradeFilm and TVDisastersSocial IssuesEnergyEducationGeneral WeatherMedia CrisisMedia Bias Washington D.C.Donald Trumpcrimepolicemaple washingwildfiresback-to-schoolCBC Morning Brief