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University of California under pressure from within to abandon SAT and ACT for admission
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The tests are not good predictors of college performance, and are correlated with income levels and racial or ethnic backgrounds.Around Town
PEF’s Empty Nest party photos: The fun goes on even after the kids are gone
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Parents re-connected with old friends and neighbors at a welcoming home in PiedmontAround Town
City Council, School Board, Friends of PHS Library, Turkey Trot partner for Book Drive donations
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Recipient East Bay Children's Book Project gives away books to any professional who works with children in need.Featured in Category
Teachers turn to “phone hotels” to keep students device-free during class
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Student use of cell phones during class time has been a source of frustration for high school instructors.Featured in Category
Parent Education Night sheds light on online hate, and how parents, students, and schools can fight back
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Many parents do not participate in social media, do not understand how it works, and are unable to monitor their children’s activities or give advice.Featured in Category
School district seeking bids for solar panels for new high school buildings
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The District is soliciting proposals to lease the rooftop panels and battery storage through a power purchase agreement (PPA). The District is also exploring financing options, and may explore private fundraising to purchase these panels.Featured in Category
Voices of our Educators | Claire Stephens, Kindergarten at Beach
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Stephens reflects on the importance of reaching every student where THEY are, and how specialists like art, tech and librarian teachers help make that possible.Schools
PHS’ student news named award finalist by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association
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Crown Awards are the highest recognition given by the CSPA to a student print or digital medium for overall excellence.Featured in Category
