Elk Grove Students Invited to Submit Water Conservation Ideas for a Chance to Win Cash Prizes

Students Encouraged to Think Clean for Fall 2014

California Connections Academy @ Ripon Expands Opportunities for Online Students

More Career Technical Education and UC A-G Approved Courses Help Set Up Students for Success

Legislature Approves Community Colleges Giving 4-Year Degrees

The measure would allow the schools to offer the four-year degrees when a local workforce need for college graduates can be shown.

Your Young One Going to College? Help The Kid Out!

Some gadgets that might work quite well in times of stress when the college student needs to be on the ball -- or needs some nutrition.

Parents Praise California Connections Academy @ Ripon in Annual Satisfaction Survey

Ninety-eight percent of parents satisfied with the helpfulness of their teachers

EGUSD Receives $50,000 Specialized Secondary Programs Grant for Digital Media Academy at Pleasant Grove High School

Senior at Elk Grove High School Creates Interactive Computer Game, Winning First Place in “Think Green” Contest

EGUSD Students Earning Golden State Seal Merit Diploma Continues to Increase

EGUSD Teachers Earn Regional Educator of the Year Awards

Franklin High School Theatre Company to Present Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

EGUSD to Break Ground at Future Site of New Marion Mix Elementary School

Thousands of Ca. Educators Gather in Sacramento for Statewide STEM Symposium

California Eighth-Graders Improve Reading Scores But Still Lag Nationally

National test score results were released this week.

Elk Grove Teacher Named 'Teacher of the Year'

Elk Grove High School Visits University of California, Berkeley; Meets California State Senators and Irish Mayor

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Elk Grove Unified School District Contest Seeks 'Green-Minded' Students

Call for Entries: Elk Grove Students Invited to Participate in Energy Conservation Project for a Chance to Win $150 Grand Prize

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

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.

School Report Card: Most Elk Grove Schools Decrease API Scores

Out of the Elk Grove Unified School District's high schools, only four saw growth in their API scores. The district as a whole declined 6 points to 804.

Elk Grove Math Teacher Named Sac County Teacher of the Year

Tim Smith teaches math at Florin High School.

Elk Grove Parents Reject Vaccines at a Lower Rate Than State and Sacramento County Averages

When it comes to the shots that children are required to receive when entering elementary school, Elk Grove parents are rejecting the shots at lower rates than Sacramento County and the state.

Should Students be Banned From Bringing Peanut Products to School?

"It just needs to be near him for him to have an anaphylactic reaction,” a local parent says.

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.

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 Elk Grove 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?

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.

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?

Elevate Your Teen's Brainpower

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

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.

Backpacks for $15 and less: Back to School Deals fro Elk Grove Students

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

What Vaccines Are Required for Schools in Elk Grove?

Children are not allowed in public schools without proof of immunization.

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

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

Three Elk Grove Schools Score Big in Big Lots Video Contest

Arlene Hein Elementary School takes second place in regional national video contest. Company to present checks Saturday.

Your Guide for Back to School Shopping in Elk Grove

School begins in less than a month in Elk Grove. Here is your back to school savings guide for shopping locally.

Is Your Student's Backpack Too Heavy?

Experts say heavy backpacks can be harmful to kids.

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

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.

When Does School Start in Elk Grove?

School starts this month for Elk Grove Unified students.