Education

Sequoia district didn't know of ex-superintendent's involvement in LA overtime-pay scandal

Allegations surfaced regarding more than $78,000 in improperly authorized payments to Darnise Williams while at Los Angeles Unified School District

Sep 28, 2023 5:30 PM Read more >

4th largest powerball jackpot helps raise nearly $54M for California schools

Sep 27, 2023 11:47 AM Read more >

Students speak out on math issues at Palo Alto school board meeting

In a coordinated speech, teens urge board to create more fluid math lanes, offer multivariable calculus during the day and more.

Aug 30, 2023 1:14 PM Read more >

Company involved in alleged 'play-to-pay' scheme with former community college chancellor files claim for economic harm, reputation damage

Aug 9, 2023 4:01 PM Read more >

Inspired by new ethnic studies class, a student-designed mural is taking shape at Menlo-Atherton High School

Sophomore Celine Chien won the competition for the mural design in 2021, which was decided by class vote.

Aug 1, 2023 2:23 PM Read more >

It’s 'Back To School' Season in Redwood City

Key Dates and Where To Get Additional Support

Jul 24, 2023 2:33 PM Read more >

Why so many local students are missing so much school

Read our three-part series on the causes and impacts of chronic absenteeism and how it's impacting students in Menlo Park and East Palo Alto

Jul 20, 2023 9:05 AM Read more >

Stanford president resigns after review found flaws in his research papers

Marc Tessier-Lavigne to step down on Aug. 31 following scrutiny of publications

Jul 20, 2023 7:53 AM Read more >

Empty desks: Getting chronically absent students back to class is no easy feat

Missing too much school can have lifelong impacts on children

Jul 19, 2023 6:06 PM Read more >

Ravenswood already had a problem with chronically absent students. The pandemic made it worse

Warning: This story mentions suicide. Any person who is feeling depressed, troubled or suicidal can call 800-784-2433 to speak with a crisis counselor.

Jul 19, 2023 6:06 PM Read more >