Books Why knowledge matters for literacy: A conversation with Natalie Wexler By Karen D'Souza | EdSource | April 24, 2024 Science of reading expert explains why teaching kids background knowledge, from science to history, is vital if you want them to become deep readers.
Bay Area Dozens of death penalty cases under review for racial bias in jury selection By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | April 23, 2024 The cases under review date back to 1977.
Uncategorized Anti-Israel graffiti spotted on Piedmont streets By Exedra Staff | April 23, 2024 Markings come in the midst of heightened tensions around the Israel-Gaza war.
crime The Blotter | Man with warrant for indecent exposure arrested By Damin Esper | April 23, 2024 Plus: Residential burglary, stolen car
Around Town City recognizes residents leading the way in green home design with first-ever Sustainability Awards By City of Piedmont, Planning Commission | April 23, 2024 Learn how four Piedmont families are leading the way in sustainable living at this Wednesday’s Design & Sustainability Awards Gala.
homelessness Supreme Court weighs upending homeless protections By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | April 22, 2024 A case before the court could give cities in California and beyond greater authority to crack down on homeless encampments.
California Sharp divisions over how California’s aspiring teachers will learn how to teach reading By John Fensterwald | EdSource | April 22, 2024 Critics condemn the accreditation of a teacher preparation program they say ignores important new standards for teaching reading.
City Piedmont Police Department Annual Report looks back on 2023 By City of Piedmont | April 19, 2024 The report includes information about crime data and trends, but also offers a glimpse into other elements of the department’s work.
energy A plan to change your utility rates is dividing California environmentalists. Here’s why By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | April 19, 2024 The state’s largest power providers could slap most customers with a new fixed charge.
College New Title IX rules protect LGBTQ+ students, bolster safeguards on college campuses By Lasherica Thornton | EdSource | April 19, 2024 The Biden administration finalized rules on Friday that will go into effect in August this year.