Md. community debates penalty for students who came to prom drunk - WTOP Morning Headlines - Tuesday, May 31, 2016

After the principal at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School tried to impose a tough punishment on students caught drunk at a school event, the head of the school district has reversed it, igniting conflict among parents. One of those parents says she’s urging continued support for Principal Dr. Donna Redmond Jones after her decision to bar six students from graduation ceremonies was overruled. [Logo] DAILY HEADLINES - May 31, 2016 [mobile-header-ad] [alt text here] [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Md. community debates penalty for students who came to prom drunk] After the principal at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School tried to impose a tough punishment on students caught drunk at a school event, the head of the school district has reversed it, igniting conflict among parents. One of those parents says she’s urging continued support for Principal Dr. Donna Redmond Jones after her decision to bar six students from graduation ceremonies was overruled. [The Transaction: Eyewitness to an aviation nightmare] During a trip from Morocco in February, WTOP national security correspondent J.J. Green saw a traveler bribe a police officer, then ease through an airport security checkpoint. The impact of that transaction may never be known, but just the existence of the practice is endangering aviation security around the world. [Va. police defuse tense situation with lifeguard in crisis] A lifeguard in emotional distress led to police intervention and the evacuation of an Alexandria, Virginia, pool Monday afternoon. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Findings in Md. school system report on student safety to be released Tuesday] The Student Safety Task Force was created after school aide Deonte Carraway was accused of sexually abusing children inside the school where he worked. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Summer camp 101: Survival tips for parents and kids] Piecing together a medley of activities to carry everyone through August can be an administrative nightmare, not to mention a drain on the bank account. Here's how to make it easier. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [From Ike to Obama, CIA has briefed presidential candidates] After the political conventions, the presidential nominees will undergo stop-secret CIA intelligence briefings. Former CIA Director Michael Hayden says these revelations are known as “aw s—” moments when it comes to candidates’ foreign policy views. [Sponsored Content] [mobile-img] [alt text here] [New recommendations for Hepatitis C testing] It’s Hepatitis Awareness Month and the CDC wants busy baby boomers to add one more item to their to-do list for May: Get tested for hep C. Sponsored by Medstar Washington Hospital Center [mobile-img] [alt text here] [June Entertainment Guide] Here are some fun things to put on your calendar for the month of June. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [18 infected with Zika virus in Virginia] The Virginia Department of Health reports there are 18 known cases of the Zika virus in the state. Half of those infected live in the northern region of the state. [Sponsored Content] [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Today in History: May 31] In 1859, Big Ben rang for the first time in London, in 1907 the first taxis began operating in New York, and in 2008 Usain Bolt breaks the world record in the 100 meter sprint in 9.72 seconds. Sponsored by American Military University [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Trio of former Caps in Stanley Cup Finals] With the 2016 Stanley Cup Finals underway between the Pittsburgh Penguins and San Jose Sharks, another member of the 2009-10 Capitals team finally has a chance to earn a Stanley Cup ring. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Researchers use Google to find chickenpox seasons] Researchers have found that the chickenpox virus may actually be a seasonal disease, with more cases reported in the spring, according to a study. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Netflix: Titles disappearing in June] Some new titles are heading to the streaming service for June, but then some movies and shows are being discontinued. Find out what you may only have one more day to watch. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Spring cleaning: Perfect time to check pantry, fridge] Lean Plate Club blogger sally Squires says it’s a good time to check the kitchen for the sake of food safety. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Travel apps that save you time and money] Before you pack your bags for your summer vacation, you should consider loading your smartphone with free apps which can save you time and money on your trip. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [If Captain Cook’s ship is found, whose is it?] If the ship legendary explorer Capt. James Cook used to sail around the world is found at the bottom of Newport Harbor, Rhode Island will own it outright. 3400 Idaho Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016 [Unsubscribe] | [View this email in your browser] If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely [unsubscribe].