San Jose School District Still Weighs Cops On Campus

Residents say they are being left out of the conversation.

Former San Jose Official Appointed To County Education Board

The search to fill a Santa Clara County Board of Education seat is over after an expedited selection process.

Four Compete For Open Santa Clara County Education Seat

The Santa Clara County Board of Education has a vacancy, and four individuals would like the job.

Silicon Valley Special Educators Reach Breaking Point

The rally is the latest action taken by SEIU Local 521, a union that represents about 700 county special education workers.

San Jose School Measures Sweeping To Victory

Santa Clara County voters appear to have delivered a big victory to local school districts this election.

Why Test Scores Are Plummeting At San Jose Schools

Even in Santa Clara County school districts that saw test scores rise, learning loss crept into particular disciplines like math.

Santa Clara County Education Board Rushes To Fill Seat

Advocates say the board’s tight deadline for applicants raises concerns over whether there is sufficient time to vet qualified candidates.

Silicon Valley Teachers Burned Out By Unruly Behavior

Some 66% of educators said better discipline policies would increase teacher retention.

Silicon Valley Schools Score Average On LGBTQ Inclusiveness

Both Santa Clara Unified and San Jose Unified school districts received middle-tier scores.

San Jose State Wants To Honor Its Track Legacy

The Speed City Legacy Project includes a track and legacy center at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.

How Can San Jose Schools Address Active Shooter Fears?

San Jose residents are pushing to address campus violence before tragedy strikes.

Silicon Valley School Board Races Focus On Mental Health, Drugs

Santa Clara County school board candidates zeroed in on student mental health and substance use at a recent community-hosted forum.

Election 2022: Candidates Vie For Santa Clara, Oak Grove School Board Seats

Voters have their work cut out for them this November as dozens of candidates are running for school board seats.

Election 2022: Crowded Field For Santa Clara County School Boards

San Jose voters are facing a large pool of school board candidates on the November ballot.

Santa Clara County Education Candidates Prioritize Equity Learning

Candidates vying for seats on the Santa Clara County Board of Education shared their priorities with a packed house.

Former San Jose School Leader Wins $2M Discrimination Case

A crucial step in ensuring women in the education space get fair pay.

San Jose Library Program Helps Working Mom Earn Her High School Diploma Decades Later

"I'm proud of myself. And I don't think I've ever been proud of myself like I am today," said Rath.

Santa Clara County Candidates Sound Off On Education

While children have been a focus in the county for years, some say there is more work to be done.

James: MAGA School Board Candidates Rightly Called Out

San Jose Spotlight's recent article on MAGA school board candidates provided valuable help to voters in our community.

How New Education Laws Can Help Silicon Valley Parents

A slew of new bills will change the state’s education landscape.

San Jose Students Are Chronically Absent From Class

Santa Clara County's largest school district is dealing with a double-digit absenteeism problem and working to understand why.

Varich: Internet-Era Logic On Full Display In Spotlight's School Board Story

As we move forward into what media critics call a Post Persuasion era, we should all watch out for these tricks and techniques.

South County School Trustee Scrutinized For Past Behavior

Morgan Hill educators are questioning whether a school board member is fit for reelection.

Conservatives Infiltrate Silicon Valley School Board Races

The effort is part of a national movement to put more conservative voices in down-ballot seats.

New Bill May Aid San Jose's Substitute Teacher Shortage

The temporary elimination of a cumbersome state test for substitute teachers could help ease the classroom scramble of teachers.

Tuition Is Free At These San Jose Community Colleges—For Now

The COVID-19 pandemic and decreasing enrollment enabled San Jose community colleges to stretch free tuition to part-time students.

‘They're Exhausted': Silicon Valley Schools Need Bus Drivers

Santa Clara County school districts are doing all they can to get bus drivers on board amid a nationwide shortage.

Silicon Valley Officials Call For Gun Violence Prevention In Schools

Gun violence remains the top concern for parents and surpassed motor vehicle accidents as the No. 1 cause of death for children and teens.

Some Silicon Valley Schools Ahead Of State In Early Education

Schools are implementing a statewide movement for universal transitional kindergarten this year.

‘A Sigh Of Relief': San Jose Students React To Federal Loan Plan

The plan will alleviate some of the financial burden impacting local college graduates and current students.

Election 2022: San Jose School Board Races Taking Shape

San Jose voters who live in some of the largest school districts will be voting for trustees with various levels of experience come November

Election 2022: Silicon Valley Schools Seek Funds For Upgrades, Programs

Santa Clara County residents will be asked to approve millions of dollars in education funding come November.

Santa Clara County Schools Help Stamp Out Hunger

California is the first state in the country to pass the Universal Meals Program.

Santa Clara Mayor, School District May Have Skirted State Labor Laws

Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor's property management company and a local school district appear to have violated state labor laws.

School Bells Ring Later For San Jose Students

Mornings will start later for San Jose high school and middle school students this year due to a new, first-in-the-nation state law.

Back To School: Campbell 2022-2023 Key Dates To Know

Local schools start soon. Here are some key dates to know for the upcoming academic year in Campbell .

Viramontes: We Can't Build A Better Education System Alone

These past couple of years in particular, school leaders have gone above and beyond the usual scope of their role.

San Jose State Loses Out On Millions In Student Housing

San Jose State University is missing out on a sizable pot of state money for affordable housing.

San Jose State Hosts Summer Drone-Flying Class For High School Students

"I'm really interested in robotics," said Presentation High School junior Sangyani Sinha.

Silicon Valley School District Exhales As Bond Measure Passes

The new funding is critical.