San Jose University Students Use AI To Help Laid-Off Federal Workers Find New Careers

An assignment for a required course at San Jose State University led to the creation of a tool for laid-off federal employees.

San Jose State Students Tackle Academic Shortcomings With AI

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SJSU Students Move In To Newly Converted Downtown Hotel

Stepping inside the new Spartan Village on the Paseo in San Jose, it's almost hard to remember the building used to be a hotel.

Reading Teacher Designs Individual Learning Plans For Each Student

T-Mobile and Patch are highlighting the contributions made by teachers.

'His Determination Is Unshakable': San Jose Grad Is Heading To NYU

T-Mobile and Patch are honoring 2024 graduates.

Campbell Teen Awarded $2500 National Merit Scholarship

The award may be used at any regionally accredited U.S. college or university.

'She Does Not Give Up': Santa Clara Graduation Shoutout

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one who deserves a shoutout in Santa Clara.

How San Jose State Wants To House Teachers

The city’s largest university is weighing how to create affordable housing for educators on district-owned land.

'With A Smile On Her Face And Dedication In Her Heart'

Campbell's Rebecca Matthews Berry is making a difference as a teacher.

Popular Private School Brand Expanding In San Jose

A popular private school owned by a Chinese investment firm is expanding in northeast San Jose.

Silicon Valley Community Colleges Get New Leadership

Foothill De Anza-Community College District has selected a new chancellor after a monthslong nationwide search.

Santa Clara County Schools Score Millions For Mental Health Support

Grant could help relieve the shortage of school counselors and mental health professionals that has persisted across California.

Santa Clara County Special Ed Teachers Protest Safety Concerns

Educators are demanding more resources after facing serious injuries in the classroom.

‘Beyond Exhausting': Tired San Jose Teachers Push For A Different Model

San Jose Unified School District educators and parents are pushing for John Muir Middle School to convert to a community school model.

Time Is Running Out For San Jose Students To Get Food Benefits

College students experiencing food insecurity need to sign up for CalFresh within the next month.

San Jose's Largest School District Scrambles For Teachers

Education officials said districts are looking for teachers, but face an uphill battle as students and instructors alike leave the Bay Area.

Silicon Valley Community College Wants The 50-Plus Crowd

It's never too late to go back to school, and one Silicon Valley community college district wants to welcome older adults.

Campbell Student Receives 2023 Nat'l Merit Scholarship

The corporate-sponsored awards, announced Wednesday, are the first group of winners in the 68th annual competition.

San Jose Parents Frustrated By Loss Of College Program

The program’s end has reignited transparency concerns over the district’s decision-making process.

San Jose College Administrator Dies On Vacation In Mexico

Vice Chancellor Jorge Escobar was next in line to lead the San Jose-Evergreen Community College.

Silicon Valley Teachers Say Ethnic Studies Isn't Just About Credentials

Ethnic studies examines the histories of racial-ethnic groups while also connecting lessons back to current-day experiences.

San Jose Student Enrollment Is A Mixed Bag

With declining student enrollment this school year, a deeper dive shows that’s not true for the county’s Latino demographic.

What's The Former San Jose Mayor Teaching At Stanford?

Former San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo had his first day on campus this week, and he couldn't be more excited.

Experts Criticize San Jose State's Ranking As ‘Affordable'

San Jose State University placed in the nation's top 10 most affordable colleges in a recent study.

Petition Demands San Jose School District Support LGBTQ Students

The petition is addressed to SJUSD Superintendent Nancy Albarrán, and advocates said it’s the least school districts can do.

Bejarano: Why I Quit My East San Jose School Board

I would like to clarify in no uncertain terms, that the situation at Adelante had absolutely no bearing on my resignation.

Silicon Valley Students Stranded By Shuttered Schools

A popular Bay Area charter school system is closing its two Sunnyvale campuses this June despite months of attempts to save them.

San Jose State University Statue Defaced

A homeless man urinated and vomited on the “Victory Salute” statue at San Jose State University.

Silicon Valley Community College District Could Offer Free Tuition

The bill, if approved, would expand access to higher education and open opportunities for low-income students.

Sunnyvale Charter Schools Lack Funding To Stay Afloat

An imminent shutdown of a Sunnyvale charter school could be the result of longtime financial issues and lack of transparency.

Should Silicon Valley School Boards Have Term Limits?

Most Santa Clara County school districts do not impose term limits, which has enabled some board members to remain in office for decades.

Silicon Valley Donations To School Board Races May Be Capped

As more eyes turn to local school board seats, one newly-introduced bill takes a closer look at campaign finances for those races.

Silicon Valley Struggles To Hire Teachers Despite Investment In Education

Early education is making strides in California, but staffing shortages remain an issue.

Meet San Jose State University's New President

Cynthia Teniente-Matson is the first Latina and fourth woman to serve as San Jose State University president.

UPDATE: Education Leaders Can't Stop Sunnyvale School Closure

Santa Clara County education leaders are questioning the probable closure in June as parents scramble to find a new place for their children

Parents Want To Stop Sunnyvale Charter School Closure

A Sunnyvale charter school plans to close its doors in June, leaving an entire community scrambling to find a new place for their children.

San Jose School Districts Need To Foster Parent Involvement

San Jose school districts should encourage more parents to attend board meetings and become involved in the work they do.

Social Action Change-Maker To Retire From San Jose State University

History shapes people. But for San Jose State University sociology professor Scott Myers-Lipton, people also shape history.

Mixed Progress For Silicon Valley's English Learner Students

Santa Clara County's English learner students, part of the largest group in the nation, saw mixed progress during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Silicon Valley Makes History With Trio Of South Asian Trustees

The Santa Clara County Board of Education swore in its first Pakistani American members this month.