Belmont Police Launch SAFE Program for Schools

The new school safety program was designed by the city's school resource officer, and is targeted at 5th graders in both public and private schools.

CSM Baseball Finding Ways to Win

Swimmer Miya Oto shines in the pool, track and field team produce good marks.

Carlmont Rolls Through CCS Quarterfinals

The Scots rolled into the next round with a win over San Benito. Were you at the game?

Scots Victorious in CCS First Round

The Carlmont boys basketball team beat Santa Clara Tuesday night. Were you there?

RethinkWaste Launches Free Compost Giveaway Program for Schools

Schools in Belmont and San Carlos can participate in the program, meant to serve as a resource for school garden projects.

Coach's Corner: Carlmont Makes CCS Playoffs

The Central Coast Section basketball playoff season starts tonight.

Scenes from a Season: Senior Night

Some photos from the Carlmont High School boys varsity basketball team's 2012-13 season.

Show Your Carlmont Basketball Pride by Sharing Your Photos!

Have a sweet pic of your Scot hoopster going up for a lay-up? Share it on Patch.

Ralston Students Ponder the Power of the Triangle

In a unique school-wide math project, middle school students learn how to apply math solutions to everyday life.

Comparing the Salaries of Peninsula Teachers

A new online tool shows the average teacher salary in most California school districts.

Honey, Get My Beads...It's Mardis Gras Time!

Tickets are on sale now for Belmont's biggest party of the year.

Ralston Teacher Honored for Innovative Tech Program

Angela Sveda designed a program for middle school students that gives them the skills needed for 21st century careers.

Introducing 'Hoop Dreams: Carlmont Scots Basketball'

Patch is pleased to introduce this new column featuring content provided by parents, spectators, players, and coaches. We welcome your photos, commentary and any other contributions on Scots boys' and girls' basketball.

Theatre Majors Test Their Directing Chops This Weekend

The NDNU Student Showcase gives seniors an opportunity to take on all roles in producing a play. The Showcase runs Feb. 7-9 at NDNU Theatre.

Time to Enroll for 2013-14 BRSSD School Year

The first enrollment period of the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District begins Monday, Feb. 4.

School-Force Seeking Donations for 'Mardis Gras Madness'

An epic party in the 'Big Easy' is brewing, and School-Force hopes the community will join in to raise funds for the Belmont Redwood Shores School District. How about donating a weekend at your Tahoe condo...or a case of wine.....or a round of

Belmont's Super Bowl Central: McGraw's Bar and Grill

Eddie and Joan McGraw are throwing a Super Bowl party on Sunday and you're all invited!

CHS's "Guys and Dolls" Opens Thursday

One of Broadway's funniest shows will be performed by Carlmont students Feb. 7-10.

Carlmont Basketball: The Week That Might Be

With three games this week for both the girls and boys basketball teams, it might be a good time to play well.

Looking to Finish Strong

The Carlmont High girls' soccer team is in second place in the PAL Bay Division and has plenty of time to get better.

Author Annie Barrows Packs the House

The popular children's author spoke at at the Belmont Library Thursday night as part of School-Forces Reading Power Read-a-Thon.

The Word is........'H-i-b-i-s-c-u-s'

Who was the last one standing at Ralston Middle School's 7th annual spelling bee?

Lice Like a Warm Head During Chilly Winter Days

Lice information that won’t leave you scratching your head.

Peet's Donation to School-Force: That's A Lotta Lattes

The holiday fundraiser at Peet's Coffee & Tea in Belmont was a success.

'Ivy and Bean' Author Event to Benefit School-Force

Author Annie Barrows will read from her new book and answer questions Thursday at the Belmont Library.

Transfiguration Nursery School to Host Tours this Week

The popular nursery school has extended its hours for the 2013 school year. Tours of the school will be offered throughout February.

Practice Makes Perfect: SAT/ACT Mock Tests Offered Saturday at CHS

Carlmont High School is offering mock testing this Saturday for students preparing to take the college standardized tests, SAT and ACT.

Carlmont Girls Soccer Remains in First Place Tie

The Scots beat visiting San Mateo and are unbeaten in the PAL Bay Division.

School District Seeking Members for Oversight Committee

The volunteer committee will oversee the expenditure of Bond Measures I and N.

BRSSD Co-Superintendent Announces Retirement

Dr. Suzanne Roy, interim co-superintendent of the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District, will retire at the end of the school year.

NDNU to Host Graduate Information Sessions

Was going to grad school in 2013 a New Year's resolution? Notre Dame de Namur University in Belmont offers programs that allow you to work AND go to school.

Reminder: School-Force Read-A-Thon Starts Today

Kids get two weeks to read as many books as they can---and adults get to PAY them to do it!

New Testing Unveiled for California Schools, Would Reduce STAR Testing

The state superintendent's plan would emphasize critical thinking skills. Some STAR testing may be suspended. Do you think this is a move in the right direction?

Photo of the Day: NDB Sends Gifts of Love to Newtown

Over 100 stuffed animals, cards and prayers were sent by local students to the community of Newtown, CT in honor of the 20 students and six educators who were victims in last month's school shooting.

Spizzwinks: Singing For the Home Crowd

Carlmont alum Mark Fedronic and his merry band of a capella singers from Yale University wowed the hometown crowd Thursday night with a mix of Ivy League humor and a lively set list of contemporary and classic tunes.

Belmont Brothers Win National Red Ribbon Contest

Zane and Kane Tanabe won a $1,000 drug-prevention grant for Cipriani Elementary School and an iPad for their family.

Merry Christmas from NDNU

Click on the video for a holiday greeting from the students and staff at Notre Dame de Namur University.

Photo of the Day: Peet's Coffee Feeling Rather Merry

Stop by Peet's Coffee today in Belmont and a portion of your sale will go to support School-Force, the Belmont-Redwood Shores education foundation.

A Holiday Message from BRSSD Superintendents

Belmont-Redwood Shores School District co-superintendents Suzanne Roy and Nellie Hungerford send a holiday greeting to families and staff members throughout the district.

In Wake of CT Shooting, NDNU Chapel Open for Reflection, Prayer

The Center of Spirituality at Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) invites the public to visit the campus chapel this week. Wednesday night's 5:30 p.m. mass will be offered to the people of Newtown CT.