Middle school Coverage

Non-candy Easter basket ideas for kids of all ages

Coming out of the chocolate and conversation heart (eww) fog of Valentine's Day, it's become clear that holidays may center a bit too much around candy and sweets. Riding on the back of the sugar jolt of Valentine's Day come those chocolate Easter bunnies and eggs laden with yet more goodies.

Jennifer Zelek, WRAL contributor

Staff members absent from McDougle Middle School after student made threat

More than a dozen staff members are calling out Monday at a Carrboro middle school after a student threatened staff members last week.

Some teachers, students stay home after student threatened teacher at Carrboro middle school

Almost two dozen staff members didn't show up for work Monday at a Carrboro middle school after a student threatened staff members last week.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

Middle school standardized tests in North Carolina: What to expect for your child

Students in middle school in North Carolina will take end-of-grade tests, plus other assessments throughout the school year.

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

Standardized tests in NC schools - Who takes them and why they are required

The mere mention of standardized testing can cause anxiety for students and parents. When does your child start taking these tests? And why do they have to take them in the first place?

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

7 valuable homework, study strategies for middle and high school

Great grades create wonderful opportunities. Tap into these homework and study strategies to consistently do great throughout middle and high school.

WRAL

Sharing lessons about mind, body, self: Counselor focuses on empowering middle school girls

Not only is Lee a school counselor, she's also a licensed therapist and a first-generation college graduate with a master's degree. For the past several years, she has dedicated herself to helping and empowering young girls.

Delaney Eyermann, WRAL multiplatform producer

Ask an expert: Back-to-school tips for middle school and high school families

Child psychologist and former school psychologist Dr. Emily W. King has some advice for middle and high school students and their parents.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Back-to-school tips for tweens, teens and their parents

Child psychologist and former school psychologist Dr. Emily W. King has some advice for middle and high school students and their parents.

School gun cases illustrate need to store firearms securley away from children

After six schools had students bring guns to campus this week, the urgency to secure guns out of their reach is at an all-time high. WRAL's Leslie Moreno spoke with the owner of a local gun store, who offered a few solutions to securely store your guns.

Increasing urgency to secure firearms after guns found on campuses

After six guns were found on school campuses this week, the urgency for securing guns has been on the rise in the Triangle. Fortunately, there are plenty of affordable options to properly secure your weapons

Leslie Moreno, WRAL reporter

Zebulon Middle School adds extra security after threats, code red lockdown

Extra security is in place this morning at Zebulon Middle School, as police continue to search for the person who posted a threat online.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL Durham reporter

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.

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

Community demands better road safety after 2 middle school girls hit in Chapel Hill

After two middle school girls were hit while crossing a crosswalk in Chapel Hill, neighbors are demanding that more needs to be done to keep bikers and pedestrians safe.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL reporter

Battleboro teacher says new NC bill could limit which parts of history he is allowed to teach

This week, the North Carolina Senate passed a bill limiting the teaching of race, gender and sex in public schools. Rodney Pierce, a teacher at Red Oak Middle School in Battleboro, spoke with WRAL's Lena Tillett about how this bill could change the way he teaches history.

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

Middle schoolers invited to join Raleigh's Neighborhood Ecology Corps

Raleigh is looking for rising sixth to eighth graders to join its fall cohort of the Neighborhood Ecology Corps.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

'Fourteen Talks:' New book tackles the conversations parents should have with kids before they turn 14

Fourteen is a big year in the life of a child. Usually they're heading off to high school to start their freshman year. Soon, they'll be getting their learner's permit. And, during non-pandemic times, they'll be spending much more time at school and activities and with their friends.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

SC teacher gets creative with classes

With schools holding classes remotely, staying engaged with students can be a challenge for teachers. But one educator at a South Carolina middle school has come up with a unique solution.

Police: Bus driver failed to stop before crash

Raleigh police said the school bus driver failed to stop while pulling out of the school parking lot. The car then crashed into the back of the bus.

School bus crash outside of Dillard Drive Middle is 2nd in 5 months

A school bus and a car were involved in a crash near Dillard Drive Middle School on Thursday afternoon. Raleigh police said no one on the bus or in the car was injured.

RAW SKY5 VIDEO: School bus, car collide near Dillard Drive Middle; minor injuries reported

A school bus and a car were involved in a crash near Dillard Drive Middle School on in Raleigh on Thursday afternoon. The school told parents in a phone message that some students were being treated for minor injuries. Raleigh police said the school bus driver failed to stop while pulling out of the school parking lot. The car then crashed into the back of the bus. WRAL Sky 5 video showed the front end of a sedan and the back end of the school bus damaged outside of the school, which is at 5200 Dillard Drive.

Johnston County mom who lost daughter to opioids shares her story with children

The JoCo Angels are a group of parents who have lost children to opioids. They are now speaking to middle school students about addiction.

Mandy Mitchell, WRAL reporter

Video shows track students running last lap with child with Down syndrome

A North Carolina woman says the last lap of her son's track team tryout made her a blubbering mess.