Diving into DC area's community college decline - Tuesday, May 31, 2022 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | May 31, 2022 [Web version](   [Enrollment decline: A struggle for DC-area community colleges]( WTOP takes a closer look at the enrollment numbers at several community colleges. One school saw a 33% decline from fall 2019 to fall 2021. [READ MORE](   [Alexandria City High School to operate on ‘modified return' starting Tuesday]( "During the modified return, the school will focus on social, emotional and academic learning to help fulfill critical in-person graduation requirements and provide students with the social-emotional support they need." [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Heading to the beach this weekend? You'll need this!]( Before you grab your sunscreen and hit the road, be sure to check out WTOP's beach traffic and weather resource for smooth sailing! Brought to you by Maryland Transportation Authority.   [Man dies after water rescue in Potomac River]( The 37-year-old man jumped from an anchored boat in the Potomac River and then called for help. [READ MORE](   [Man drowns off shore near Sandy Point State Park]( The man was out fishing when he jumped into the Chesapeake Bay to cool off and was swept away by the current. [READ MORE](   Insight by NARFE [May We Say Thank You 2022 Campaign]( During the month of May, we'd like to show them how much that work truly means to us AND to you. Help us recognize the devoted public servants who have exemplified public service at home and abroad.   [How a Fairfax Co. high school club empowers young women to pursue STEM careers]( At Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Fairfax County, a club helps get elementary students interested in STEM careers. [READ MORE](   [How the ‘model minority' myth obstructs the full picture of the Asian American experience]( On the surface, the term "model minority" may seem complimentary and something to strive for; but aside from obscuring the full experience of Asian Americans, it causes actually causes harm. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Federal News Network's Zero Trust Exchange | Register Now]( Join us June 21-23 to learn from cybersecurity experts across government about efforts to stand up zero trust architectures. We'll share insights, advice and early lessons learned as well as detail where agencies are on their ZTA roadmaps.   [Rising US traffic deaths put focus on one Philadelphia road]( Black communities have been especially hard hit amid a national surge in traffic fatalities. Those sobering statistics could give new momentum to plans to redesign what is known in Philadelphia as the "corridor of death." [READ MORE](   [Jury's duty in Depp-Heard trial doesn't track public debate]( The jury in Johnny Depp's libel trial, which has to come to a unanimous decision, must decide whether passages in a Washington Post op-ed are defamatory. The jury has step-by-step instructions on how to determine that. [READ MORE](   Insight by NARFE [May We Say Thank You: Larry David Leiby, retired from the Army]( During 42 years working in the Army, Larry David Leiby tested critical weapons systems, including the Patriot missile system and Apache attack helicopter. Learn about him now during Federal News Network's May We Say Thank You event.   [Voters have spoken: National Arboretum eagle gets new name]( The American Eagle Foundation ran a contest to name the eagle that was born in March. Learn the new name and what it means, something that will make you smile. [READ MORE](   [Pet trusts prepare care for animals after owner's passing]( Pet trusts are legally recognized and enforceable in all 50 states and D.C. Find out the types of things to put in one. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [At NASA, everything starts with research]( Although in most people's minds NASA is synonymous with space, it also has “aeronautics” in its name. Underpinning nearly NASA every activity, you'll find research. For more, Federal News Network spoke with just two of NASA's leading researchers.   [Hurricane Agatha sets May record, then weakens over Mexico]( The storm came ashore in Oaxaca state Monday afternoon as a strong Category 2 hurricane, with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph, then it quickly lost power as it moved inland over the mountainous interior. [READ MORE](   Insight by NARFE [May We Say Thank You: William “Bill” Shackelford, retired from the FBI]( During nearly 35 years with the FBI, William “Bill” Shackelford moved up the ranks from a fingerprint technician to the bureau's archives specialist. 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