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Schools

California is about to overhaul the way it runs K-12 schools. Will it fix a fragmented system?

By Carolyn Jones | CalMatters | October 27, 2026

Most other states, particularly those with high test scores like Mississippi and Massachusetts, have a similar system to the new governor-centric model.

PIE Neurodiversity Speaker Series | ‘More than Worry: Understanding Anxiety’

By Piedmonters for Inclusive Education

PHS Advanced Acting class performs ‘Peter Pan and Wendy’ Nov. 12-14

By Kim Taylor | PHS Acting

PEF hosts community reception on Nov. 12, opening night of PHS play

By Piedmont Education Foundation

California school districts are losing students — but gaining infants and toddlers

By Kate Rix | The74

California

Children who attend TK do better on math, reading in 3rd grade, study shows

By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | October 22, 2026

Researchers said results show the importance of investment in TK, state-subsidized preschool, and support for students who speak languages other than English.

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School Board approves new math pathways for secondary schools

By Exedra Staff | October 20, 2026

Tension with teachers over process, middle school implementation.

Bay Area

Immigrant student enrollment has taken a nosedive in California schools

By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | October 19, 2026

In Oakland, the drop forced the district to close almost two-thirds of their newcomer programs.

Education

Community support fuels educational excellence in Piedmont schools

By Piedmont Education Foundation | October 16, 2026

Piedmont Education Foundation highlights essential impact of annual Giving Campaign and community volunteerism.

California

A parents’ guide to understanding the 2026 California School Dashboard

By John Fensterwald | EdSource | October 16, 2026

The state dashboard provides a big picture of every district’s and school’s performance based on multiple measures.

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Letters to the Editor | Bill Reichle for City Council

By Piedmont residents | October 6, 2026

Longtime residents share their reasons for supporting Reichle's bid to serve the city.

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Piedmont elementary schools to host book fairs in October

By Tiffany Cothran | October 6, 2026

Get a head start on holiday shopping and support student libraries at the same time.

Arts & Entertainment

Tickets now on sale for PMS musical Frozen JR

By Amy Moorhead | October 6, 2026

Based on the popular Broadway musical, performances run October 23-25 at the Alan Harvey Theater. Check out scenes from rehearsals.

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Dress Best for Less grants $100,000 to Piedmont Schools

By Piedmont Education Foundation | October 6, 2026

Founded in 1982, DBFL has contributed more than $1 million to Piedmont schools and neighboring communities over the past 44 years.

Around Town

A documentary and a panel of experts take on the artificial intelligence revolution

By David Thigpen | October 2, 2026

Recent event at Alan Harvey Theater explored the alternately promising and terrifying developments posed by AI.