COVID-19 These schools use weekly testing to keep kids in class — and COVID out By Christine Herman | WILL / Illinois Public Media | September 27, 2021 Some school districts are tapping federal dollars to set up testing programs and step up their vigilance against the virus.
Featured in Category Piedmont Adult School graduate looks to a bright future By Piedmont Adult School | September 24, 2021 Maria Jardine took advantage of a free, state-funded high school diploma program to learn about her new country and improve her job prospects here.
Bay Area East Bay middle school renamed to honor local 100-year-old park ranger and activist By Ali Tadayon | EdSource | September 24, 2021 Student-led effort changed original name from that of a Franciscan missionary to Betty Reid Soskin after the East Bay icon
Around Town Walk for Wellness raising funds for PUSD student mental health center By Wellness Center Support Committee | September 24, 2021 Family- and pet-friendly event continued through the weekend.
Featured in Category School Board unanimously approves vaccine mandate for all eligible students By Exedra Staff | September 22, 2021 Ages 12 and older must be fully vaccinated by Nov 17; younger students have eight weeks after the vaccine is available to comply.
Featured in Category Piedmont Education Foundation’s Giving Campaign launches By The Giving Campaign Team | September 21, 2021 Purple and popsicles rule the day as gatherings kick off the largest fundraiser for the schools.
Schools Piedmont students named 2022 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists By Piedmont Unified School District | September 21, 2021 These six PHS students will be considered for National Merit Scholarships to be awarded this spring.
Featured in Category Vandalism at PHS appears linked to social media trend By Exedra Staff | September 17, 2021 "Devious Licks" challenge on TikTok leads to damage at school sites around the country and the Bay Area.
Schools PUSD DEI director position is open again By Exedra Staff | September 17, 2021 Dharini Rasiah was appointed by the Board in April but recently resigned.
Featured in Category New partnership with Cal gives Wellness Center a boost By Elena Cavender | September 17, 2021 PUSD's affiliation with UC Berkeley's Graduate School of Education will draw more experienced therapists.