Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Animal Showing, Cooking, Leadership & Awards Available Through Roving Clovers 4-H

Dixon 4-H group Roving Clovers invites all interested students to their open enrollment night this Thursday at the fairgrounds. Check out the photo gallery of students showing off their 4-H projects.

Dixon Softball Teams Hit the Field Swinging for the Norcal Labor Day Tournament this Weekend

Dixon girls softball won't be resting this Labor Day weekend, they'll be out batting for a Norcal Softball championship!

Solano County Says: Wash Your Hands

Environmental Health Division of Solano County’s Department has launched an information campaign directed at food facilities reminding employees how crucial it is to wash your hands.

$25K Donation Helps Keep Dixon Teens Entertained and Out of Trouble

Recology and Pin-a-go-go contribute two large sums in order to maintain funding for the community funded Dixon Teen Center. Check out photos of teens packed into the city council chambers.

Dixon Montessori Tops District Test Scores, Though All Schools Saw Drop

Despite dropping 2 points, Dixon Montessori Charter School still boasts the highest API in Dixon. See 2013 Growth API for all Dixon Schools.

Backpack Safety Tips for Back to School

Don't let your child get weighed down with an oversized, overly heavy backpack. We share safety tips for buying a backpack and keeping kids safe.

Assemblymen Pulls Son From Public School in Response to Transgender Law

California Assemblymen reportedly pulls son from public school in response to transgender locker room sharing law. Is he overreacting or are you consider the same reaction?

How Much Are You Spending on Back-to-School Shopping?

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.

Should Dixon School Children Have to Recite the Pledge of Allegiance?

School has either started or is about to start all over Northern California. What level of patriotism should be required in schools?

BLOG: Dixon Unified School Board Election Uncontested - Hard Work Ahead

Blog by Ian Arnold states, Andy Bloom, John Gabby and Caitlin O'Halloran will be the new uncontested Dixon Unified School Board members, as there are three vacancies and three qualified candidates.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

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.

Will Transgender Law Allow Students to Switch Back and Forth? Spokesmen Responds to Questions

New Assembly Bill signed by Gov. Jerry Brown, Monday, allows transgender students to choose which locker rooms and bathrooms they want to use. Patch asked Assemblymen Ammiano's office to clarify protocols for concerned parents.

DHS Cheerleading Duo Invited to Cheer in London

Two Dixon High cheerleaders have been honored with an invite to cheer in the London New Year's Day Parade, now all they need to do is earn enough dough to cover the price tag.

How To Get Your Kids Back On The School-Sleeping Schedule

Tips to get your kids ready for 'early to bed and early to rise'!

Gov. Signs Bill Allowing Transgender Students Right to Pick Which Locker Room

Gov. Brown signed a transgender rights bill, Monday afternoon, allowing students to pick the locker room and sports teams they are comfortable using, within the school setting. What are your thoughts?

5 Easy & Healthy Back to School Lunch Ideas

Colorful and bite-size fresh fruit and veggies are not only fun to eat they are healthy – rich in anti-oxidants, nutrients and vitamins.

Elevate Your Teen's Brainpower

School starts Wednesday Dixon, here are a few tips to deter teens from addiction tendencies and develop critical thinking techniques.

Backpacks for $15 and less: Back to School Deals for Dixon Students

Backpacks can be among the costlier items for school supplies. But they don't have to be.

Preschool Obesity on the Decline, How Does Solano County Measure Up

1 in 8 preschool age children are obese in the US. Check out how Solano County compares to Sacramento, Yolo, Placer and Napa counties in the battle against childhood obesity.

Your Guide for Back to School Shopping in Dixon

School begins next Wednesday in Dixon. Here is your back to school savings guide for shopping locally.

Nominate Your Favorite Lunch Professional for National Recognition

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine’s is looking for nominations from you in order to commend local schools with healthy school lunch programs.

Help Solano’s Homeless Youth Get a Good Start to the School Year

Countywide program will help the county's most vulnerable children get a good start to the school year.

How to Congratulate Your Dixon Grad on Patch (VIDEO)

Dixon Misses Cut in State High School Ranking

A new report rates the best high schools in California

Dixon's 2013 Teacher of The Year is ____!

"The Dixon Unified School District is pleased to announce the 2013-14 Teacher of the Year and Classified Employee of the Year."

Dixon Could be Headed for More Expensive School Board Election

Dixon Unified is one of the few government agencies in Solano County to not reschedule its election; this will increase its costs come November.

Graduation Rates Increase in Dixon

More students are graduating locally.

A Shout Out to 2 Dixon Students Who Are Excelling in College

Johnnie A. Aguilera and Marrissa Powers both have a 3.5 or better.

Interim Dixon High Principal Could Get Full-Time Job

The school is currently being overseen by acting Principal Nick Girimonte.

Dixon School District Could Lay Off Teachers

The Dixon school board on Thursday will discuss preliminary layoff notices.

$12,000 in Scholarships Will be Given to Students at the Dixon May Fair

Friends of the Dixon May Fair will award $12,500 in college scholarships this year to seven students majoring in agriculture or an ag-related field.

Is Gov. Brown Right to Dole Out Money to Schools Unequally?

Compare per student funding for school districts around Solano County.

The Most-Viewed Stories on Dixon Patch for the Year 2012 Were...

A look back at the year in Dixon news.

Dixon Students Ahead of State Trend on Fitness Testing

Dixon Unified School District students scored higher in fitness test than statewide average.

Dixon High Softball Standouts Will Sign with Colleges Wednesday

A signing party will be held at Bud's from 6-9 p.m.

Dixon High Hall of Fame Honors Athletes from 1907-1999 (PHOTOS)

Dixon High Athletic Association honored 13 new inductees into the DHS Hall of Fame Saturday night with a formal dinner ceremony.

CA Jacobs Glows Pink Today (PHOTO)

CA Jacobs leadership class deemed this month's spirit day, "Pink-tober", most students participated wearing pink to school today.

Dixon High School Hall of Fame Dinner Tickets are Available Now

Tickets on sale now for the 2012 Dixon High School Hall of Fame Inductee Dinner.