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Tehama County students to attend rural conference

Annual event aims to amplify voices of rural youth

Gridley High School FFA Celebrates Barn-Busting National FFA Week

Annual festivities include dress-up days, barbecue competition, and barn dance

Lowell High Teacher Investigated Over 'Inappropriate' Exam Questions

San Francisco school district looking into allegations of fat-shaming and sexist content in math teacher's quiz.

Bay Area High Schoolers Learn About Local Water Sources

Pilot program funded by Alameda County and East Bay Municipal Utilities District brings water education to classrooms.

New AP Program at SPHS Teaches Students On-the-Job Skills

Career Kickstart program blends real-world experience and personal finance education to prepare students for the modern workforce.

Paso Robles High School Appoints New Principal After Arrest

Michael Susank takes over following the removal of former principal Megan Fletcher for alleged intoxication on campus.

Seven-Period Day Returning to Santa Barbara Junior Highs — in Two Years

After disagreeing over implementation, school boardmembers vote to add extra period for electives at all four schools in the 2027-28 School Year

California FFA President Reflects on Leadership Journey

Lily Vaughan shares how the iconic blue jacket and FFA experiences shaped her personal view of influence and inspired her to lead with purpose.

LAUSD Launches Mentorship Program for Black Students

The 5,000 Role Models of Excellence Project aims to prepare students for college and careers.

Central High Students Celebrate Future Farmers of America Week

FFA members at Central High in Fresno, California showcase their leadership and career development skills.

San Diego Unified Approves Clairemont High Athletics Name Change

The school's athletic teams will transition from 'Chieftains' to 'Captains' to comply with state law.

California Schools Face Soaring Insurance Costs After Sex Abuse Lawsuits

A recent state law lifted the statute of limitations, driving a huge increase in payouts by school districts and government agencies.

Chico High Students Compete in Lions Club Speaking Contest

Junior Riley Taylor advances to district level after winning local competition

Palm Desert Students Win Annual Academic World Quest Competition

Xavier College Prep team takes first place against eight other Coachella Valley high schools

Alhambra High School wins third straight LA County Academic Decathlon

Alhambra High School students take home top honors in prestigious academic competition.

AI Threatens Critical Thinking in Schools, Warn Educators

Teachers and students see AI tools undermining core educational values

Santa Barbara Unified Teachers Pack School Board Meeting in Push to Bring Seventh Period Back to Junior Highs

School boardmembers show support for extending the school day so more students can take electives like woodshop, pottery, and music.

Marysville High School Hosts Mardi Gras Crab Boil Fundraiser

Annual event to benefit Marysville Safe and Sober Grad Night program

Long Beach School District Clears Most Racism Complaints at Lakewood High

Parents and students demand transparency as district declines to release investigation findings.

Authorities Simulate DUI Crash At East County High School

The "Every 15 Minutes" program demonstrates the impact of drunk driving to students.

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