Education Without SAT, ACT, what’s next for Cal State admissions? By Mikhail Zinshteyn | CalMatters | March 31, 2022 New set of eligibility criteria will focus on student high school grades and life experiences.
Books State literacy task force echoes call for more reading coaches, specialists By Ali Tadayon | EdSource | March 31, 2022 Governor's proposal would pay for literacy coaches and specialists at schools with low reading scores.
Around Town Piedmonters rally to support Ukrainian families in need By Susy Struble | Reader Submission | March 29, 2022 Bake sale in support of the 1K Project Ukraine raises thousands of dollars over the weekend.
California Can my electric car power my house? By Seth Blumsack, Professor of Energy and Environmental Economics and International Affairs, Penn State | The Conversation | March 29, 2022 Not yet for most drivers, but vehicle-to-home charging is coming.
Bay Area Snakes appear early this year on local hiking trails By Tony Hicks | Bay City News Foundation | March 29, 2022 Snakes usually wait until April or May to start showing up regularly.
California Will there be enough teachers for California’s ambitious plans for its youngest students? By Elizabeth Aguilera | CalMatters | March 29, 2022 California needs thousands of teaching staff to expand public school to all 4-year-olds.
Arts & Entertainment REMINDER: PHS Acting presents ‘Lord of the Flies’ March 31 – April 3 By Exedra Staff | March 26, 2022 At the Piedmont Center for the Arts. Limited seating -- reserve tickets in advance.
Around Town Mother-Daughter ‘Tea and Paint’ afternoon on April 24 By Buffy Yeh | Reader Submission | March 25, 2022 After a two-year hiatus, Girl Scout Troop 31765 hosts the return of this event for girls and women of all ages.
Around Town Piedmont Food Fest is coming to town By Roger Tsai | Piedmont Food Fest | March 25, 2022 The April 24 family-friendly event features food plus multicultural stage performances, locally-sourced beer and wine, kids' activities and more.
Around Town Girl Scouts lead recycling re-education push at Wildwood By Ben Worthen | Reader Submission | March 24, 2022 With research, games, and song, Troop 33587 worked to change lunchtime waste and recycling behavior.