Featured in Category Kindergartners return to school By Exedra Staff | Photos by Julie Reichle | February 9, 2021 After six months of distance learning, Piedmont's young learners finally set foot on campus.
California Low kindergarten attendance creates first grade problem By Elizabeth Aguilera | CalMatters | February 9, 2021 There will be a larger than normal cohort of kids that will need extra attention next school year.
Featured in Category School board approves middle and high school reopening plans By Exedra Staff | February 9, 2021 But middle school parents say in-person hours are not sufficient.
COVID-19 Statements by PUSD superintendent, Board of Education president at Feb. 8 school board meeting By Exedra Staff | February 9, 2021 Nearly one year into the pandemic and with school reopening finally a reality, Supt Randy Booker and Board of Ed president Cory Smegal had messages for the school community.
Featured in Category Inside a pandemic-era Piedmont elementary school By Exedra Staff | Photos by Julie Reichle | February 9, 2021 The district's COVID-19 safety plan, approved by Alameda County, outlines steps schools must take to reopen safely.
Featured in Category Student group raising money for STEAM building solar panels By Students for Solar | February 9, 2021 Students for Solar hosts a virtual launch event on Feb. 22 featuring local experts on solar energy.
California Teacher vaccines in California determined by location, luck By Ricardo Cano | CalMatters | February 9, 2021 Across California, vaccinating teachers has become a central sticking point in talks between districts and unions for returning students in person.
Featured in Category Special school board meeting scheduled for Feb. 8 By Exedra Staff | February 5, 2021 On the agenda: approving plans to return middle and high school students to campus.
Around Town ESS Feb. 9 event hosts noted author of “Boys & Sex” By Lou Fancher | February 5, 2021 Peggy Orenstein takes on hookup culture, love, porn, consent and how to help boys navigate growing up in today's world.
Around Town Cleaning closets? Remember DBFL! By Julie Reichle | February 5, 2021 Dropping off donations to Dress Best for Less has never been easier says Julie Reichle.