High school Coverage

Fact check: Do college graduates earn $1 million more over a lifetime than high school graduates?

State University of New York trustee Stanley S. Litow, a public policy professor and innovator in residence at Duke University, said: "Lifetime earnings of someone with a college degree is over a million dollars more than those entering the workforce without one."

Elizabeth Egan and Marnique O. Panepento, PolitiFact reporters

Narcan kits installed in high schools to fight teen overdoses

Losing a child to a drug overdose has become all to common in the U.S., and these days - more often than not - the culprit is fentanyl. A New Jersey school district is installing 175 overdose kits across high schools county-wide in an effort to save students' lives.

Case closed in deadly Jacksonville high school stabbing, teen accused will not be charged as an adult

The case is closed on a deadly stabbing at a North Carolina high school and the public will never know the outcome.

By WITN Web Team

Wake County to host magnet, early college fair

The annual event offers parents and students an opportunity to learn more about Wake's magnet and early college options. Representatives from each of the schools will be on hand to share information and answer questions.

Dad and daughter catch 'all the great memories' covering Eastern Alamance High School football

Bailey Pennington Allison and her father Alan Pennington share a special connection covering Eastern Alamance High School football.

Sonia Rao, Jessica Mator and Dustin Duong

High school football: Dad and daughter catch 'all the great memories'

Bailey Pennington Allison and her father Alan Pennington share a special connection covering Eastern Alamance High School football.

3 things high school parents should stop worrying about - and what to focus on instead

The choices parents make during children's high school years have a huge influence on the adults they will become. The stakes are high, and the challenges can seem daunting.

Tim Tinnesz, St. Timothy's School

Sloane Heffernan: Borrowed time

I can almost hear the clock ticking. With each milestone, the hands of time move closer to the moment when we will say goodbye. I am talking about the moment when your child heads off to college.

Sloane Heffernan, WRAL contributor

Function meets fashion: The best backpacks for teens

Every teen needs a functional backpack that still looks on trend. Our fashion gurus are here to help with this guide to the best backpacks for teens.

Kathy Hanrahan: First loves and four proms

Yes, my mom paid for four dresses - BUT they were off the rack from Dillard's or Macy's.

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

High school students can work out free this summer at Planet Fitness

The offer is open to students ages 14 to 19 and runs from May 16 to Aug. 31 as part of the gym's High School Summer Pass.

NC high school holds vigil for beloved football coach who died suddenly

A Union County high school remembered its beloved football coach Thursday evening. Parkwood High School's Terrance Gittens died unexpectedly last week. The stadium lights at the Parkwood High Stadium didn't turn on Thursday night. Instead, candles were lit over the field where Coach Gittence once led his team.

Your Triangle prom planning guide

It's almost prom time and we have your guide to how to make it the best night ever.

Julie Stallman of TriangleSeniorYear.com

Tips to reduce the stress of college planning

WRAL contributor Sloane Heffernan talks about college planning with Lindsey Ringenbach the Director of College Consulting at Advantage College Planning.

Preparing my heart, child for college: Advice from the experts

February is the month when middle and high school students enroll in courses for the upcoming school year and WRAL contributor Sloane Heffernan's 17-year-old is getting ready for college.

Sloane Heffernan, WRAL contributor

Tear gas used to break up fight at high school basketball tournament in Raleigh

A large fight broke out during a basketball tournament at Wake Technical Community College - Scott Northern Wake Campus on Wednesday night.

Wake Forest teen turns love of 'dad jokes' into business

With witty quips like "You're impossible to shop for, here's an ornament" etched on a hand-made wooden ornament, Andy Vitello is taking a love of "dad jokes" to a new level.

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

Student athletes must work on, off the field to get noticed by college coaches

5 On Your Side found it takes a lot of work to improve the chances of getting on a coach's radar.

Monica Laliberte, WRAL executive producer/5 On Your Side reporter

Sloane Heffernan: The lost year

As my son spent his entire sophomore year in virtual learning from his bedroom, I realized how much he was missing by not being in class and not spending time with his peers.

Sloane Heffernan, WRAL contributor

DPAC seeks students for performing arts ambassador positions

Each year 20 local high school students are selected for the program, which includes attending DPAC events and volunteering in guest service roles.

Five NC high schoolers accused of sexually assaulting fellow student

Five Wilkes Central High School students are facing charges connected to an assault on their fellow classmate that happened in April, according to authorities.

Bill O'Neil, WXII reporter

New program teaches podcasting, screenwriting, role-playing game skills to tweens, teens

Hoop Snake Creative, run by a brother and sister, will be offering summer programs online and at its studio on Barrett Drive in midtown Raleigh.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

In-person high school graduations begin in Wake County

Students, parents and communities are excited for the return of in-person high school graduations in Wake County as COVID-19 restrictions have eased.

Matt Talhelm & Nia Harden, WRAL reporters

Local nonprofit plans week-long STEM summit for teen girls

Her Spark, a local nonprofit dedicated to equipping girls with STEM skills and opportunities, will host a virtual Summer Summit from July 12 to July 16 for girls who are in high school.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Amanda Lamb: When I grow up

My youngest daughter surprised us last week when she was asked to be a speaker at her high school's baccalaureate celebration and didn't tell us.

Amanda Lamb, WRAL reporter