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The Great California ShakeOut will see students all over Santa Clara County (and California) preparing for the worst.
For some students, San Jose State University offers a big college experience with dorms, Division 1 sports and a taste of freedom. For others, it's similar to commuting to a job--a few hours on campus to attend classes, then head home or to jobs.
Stanford-developed technique induces egg growth in infertile women, and one gives birth.
Friday, October 24, 2014 at 7:30pm. Be there or be scared. Frightfully entertaining.
Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.
No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.
Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.
All schools exceeded state test targets.
Watch for excited children who are distracted; obey school zone speed limits.
The four students have submitted projects that will enhance medicine, the environment and eldercare.
You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.
Backpacks can be among the costlier items for school supplies. But they don't have to be.
Tips to get your kids ready for 'early to bed and early to rise'!
Thousands of deals, sales are aimed at parents as the start of classes is just around the corner.
Colorful and bite-size fresh fruit and veggies are not only fun to eat they are healthy – rich in anti-oxidants, nutrients and vitamins.
Children are not allowed in public schools without proof of immunization. Parents should take action immediately.
Backpacks don't have to just look good, they have to feel good too. Keep your child comfortable this school year by finding a quality backpack during back-to-school shopping.
Stanford researchers discover the on-off switch for controlling fat cells.
A recent survey says 67 percent of parents in America plan to spend more than $100 per child on back-to-school shopping this year.
The program is offered Tuesday-Thursday during the school year for middle school students in Cupertino.
A Silicon Valley couple has become the largest donor to the Foothill-De Anza Foundation, supporting the two community colleges.
Stanford University's recent breach of information technology infrastructure has officials scrambling for answers.
A new study shows that large server farms can cut electricity use and greenhouse gas emissions sharply with off-the-shelf equipment and proven energy management practices.
Matt Abrahams has written a book that includes a section for non-native speakers.
She’s expected to quit her federal post in September, and then take over the prestigious post.
College parents: Something to consider if a Samsung Galaxy was on the list?
Effective Monday, students at Foothill and other colleges will have to pay double the interest when paying back student loans.
The Center for Excellence in Education awards 51 highly coveted opportunities for high school students to learn from the top scientists at M.I.T. and get a taste of graduate-level research.
The journalist, who was brought to the U.S. as a child, grew up in Mountain View and wrote for the San Francisco Chronicle, the Washington Post, the Huffington Post and the New Yorker.
The Silicon Valley Association of Realtors gave each of 18 students a $1,000 scholarship.
Want a view of the Homestead High School's graduation ceremony Thursday at 3 p.m.? Tune into the Mighty Mustang live streaming channel: http://www.mediamotiononline.com/homesteadhigh.html
Athletic prowess rules, too, at Monta Vista High School on its first ceremony recognizing the signing of the letters of intent binding them to their colleges and their sport next year.
The Cupertino School Union School District will get 5 percent of sales on May 29.
The district will have tours of the offices, which include the superintendent's office, student assignment and pupil services, among others
Members of the public benefit from spring community salon run by Monta Vista High Technology Student Association.