Revelation of San Jose State trans volleyball player sparks forfeits from opponents
San Jose State University officials said via an emailed statement, that the school is in-line with Mountain West and NCAA rules relating to the participation of a reportedly trans athlete on the school's women's volleyball team. So far, three schools have declined to compete against SJSU, instead having the matches either listed as cancelations or forfeitures.
Berkeley High grads reach $13.5 million settlement in teacher sex abuse case
The Berkeley Unified School District and nine Berkeley High School graduates finalized a $13.5 million settlement on Wednesday, in a civil lawsuit involving sexual harassment and assault complaints against a chemistry teacher and coach.
Supervisors looking into San Francisco Unified hiring mishap
San Francisco Unified Supt. Matt Wayne said budgeting processes broke down, and the district failed to reconcile $20 million in new funds in its budget for special education.
Bay Area college students weigh in on new law that bans legacy admissions
Gov. Newsom signed AB 1780 which would ban legacy admissions at private universities across the state.
These college majors rank most valuable due to higher salaries, lower unemployment rates
A new study analyzed 152 bachelor’s degrees to determine which college majors offer a greater return on investment.
Temporary student loan benefits ending this week – what borrowers should know
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period that's ending this week.
SJSU's women's volleyball opponent forfeits match
The Boise State women’s volleyball team announced Friday that it will forfeit Saturday’s match against San Jose State.
Student stabbed at South San Francisco High School, another student arrested
A 16-year-old student was stabbed at South San Francisco High School Friday afternoon, resulting in the arrest of a 14-year-old student, police said.
Transgender teacher's discussion with students angers some parents in South Bay
The union says the teacher has not veered away from approved curriculum and is simply being inclusive but some parents disagree.
U.S. News college rankings are out, here's how California colleges fared
U.S. News & World Report has released its closely followed annual college rankings, with California universities again topping the list.
Gov. Newsom signs law to restrict cell phones at California schools
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law on Monday requiring school districts to establish policies that restrict cell phone use on campus by 2026.
SFUSD: Supt. faces criticism over budget, pending school closures
SFUSD held an emergency meeting Sunday, focused on embattled superintendent Matt Wayne. Parents and teachers aired concerns regarding impending school closures and budget problems.
San Francisco mayor swoops in to help troubled schools
The San Francisco Unified School District is facing a budget deficit and is under pressure from the state to make serious cuts, which include closing several schools next year.
Closing the educational gap among Latinos
Krissia Campos Spivey, the Senior Director of our Hispanic initiative, Conoce tus Opciones Escolares (know your school options) talks about educational gap among Latino students.
Here are the states where student loan delinquency is increasing the most
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
Stanford updates campus protest policy as new school year begins
Stanford University has some updated guidelines they say will be enforced after a series of protests on campus. The updated policy was released a week before the academic year begins. Students at college campuses across the country protested the war in Gaza, some leading to violent interactions with police.
UC police ask for weapons, Stanford reiterates protest rules
Police at University of California campuses want the regents to sign off on plans to buy new weapons and ammunition, while Stanford has reiterated rules for protesters.
Virginia adopts statewide 'bell-to-bell' cell phone ban in public schools
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has released its final guidance on a "bell-to-bell" cell phone-free policy for K-12 public schools across the state, in response to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33.
5th grade teacher eats lunch with his students in cafeteria every day: ‘The little things do matter’
“Those little conversations and connections you can have with the kid can really turn somebody's day around and turn somebody’s school year around," Dan Shutes, a Michigan teacher, shared.
SF Parent Coalition hosts Mayoral Candidate Forum
San Francisco's mayor and four other city hall hopefuls fielded questions during a public forum in the city's Richmond District on Monday. The forum was hosted by the SF Parent Coalition at George Washington High School.