Back to School in Highland Park-Mount Washington: A Message to LASUD Parents

It's time for the kids to go back to school across the Southland. With summer temperatures, remember to keep kids cool and hydrated.

Postal Service Issues Stamp Honoring Revered LA Teacher

Made famous by the film "Stand and Deliver," Jaime Escalante is being honored for his gift at inspiring students in advanced math.

Highland Park-Mount Washington Schools Get More Teachers, Elective Classes in New Teachers' Contract

The Los Angeles school board approved a teachers' contract including class-size reductions, new elective classes, and salary increases.

Charter School Defies LAUSD Demand to Randomly Search Students

Parents and staff at a Los Angeles charter school say randomly searching students with metal detectors, is a form of profiling.

USC Gifted $15 Million For Social Justice, Community Service 'Residential College'

The pledge comes from tech entrepreneur and USC trustee David Bohnett.

Alleged Molestation Victims of a Highland Park School Coach Sue LAUSD

Students allege Benjamin Franklin High's former football coach abused them while the district followed a pattern of turning a blind eye.

Landmark Legal Battle to Strike Teacher Tenure Resumes

An appeals court will review a ruling that state laws governing tenure are unconstitutional and make it impossible to fire bad teachers.

State to Make Sure LAUSD Doesn't Lose Funding Because of Terror Threat Closure

“Loss of funding should never be (a) factor in keeping students safe,” said Senate President Pro Tem Kevin de Leon, D-Los Angeles.

1 in 4 Undergrads Sexually Assaulted, Study Finds

The largest study of its kind, a new study on campus rape underscores the challenges facing American Universities.

CSU Faculty to Hold Strike Vote Over Compensation

The union claimed over the last 10 years more than half of all CSU faculty has been hired into temporary positions with lower pay.

LAUSD Launches Effort to Stop Sexting

L.A. Unified School District's 'Now Matters Later' campaign details the consequences of sexting; will affect grades 6-12 district wide.

Hold the Climate Change Hysteria: Ice sheets May Be More Resilient Than Thought, Say Stanford Scientists

Stanford study suggests that today's ice sheets may be more resilient to increased carbon dioxide levels than previously thought.

Catholic Church to Revamp It's Teachings of the Native American Mission Experience

With the California Mission's founder about to be named a saint, the church plans to be more sensitive to the heartache natives suffered.

5 Tips To Fight 'Super Lice' As Kids Go Back To School

Some preventative and treatment steps to take.

Southern California Universities Ranked Best at Serving Public Good

Several schools throughout California earned top scores for cutting edge research, community service, and graduating low-income students.

Back to School Survival Guide

Lunches to pack, sharing the road with school buses, prescription glasses--there’s a lot to absorb! We’ve gathered the resources for you.

Back to School: Prescription Eyeglass Deals

Deals abound, with one store offering a complete set of glasses--lenses and frames--for just $29.

Back to School: 5 Tips for Packing a Nutritious Lunch

Remember--kids can trade or toss stuff they don't like, so make sure your children actually like the food you're sending to school.

Back-to-School Today in Los Angeles Unified School District

Drivers should be extra cautious of kids and obey speed limits--police are expected to be out in force around schools.

Ticket Involving a School Bus Could Cost You $695

Children are heading back-to-school across California, so in your own neighborhood and where you commute to work--be safe!

What Vaccines Your Child Needs to Start School

Under California law, children must be fully immunized before starting school.

Does School Start Too Early?

Researchers say getting more sleep improves academic performance. But is it feasible to push back middle and high school start times?

How Do California Schools Rank Compare to the Rest of the Nation?

A new study by a financial advice company may surprise you.

CSU Executives Awarded Pay Raises

Funding for the raises is coming from the state.

University of California Announces Living Wage Raises

"This is the right thing to do -- for our workers and their families," UC President Janet Napolitano said.

Hundreds of Layoffs and Salary Hikes in New $7.8 Billion Schools Budget

Los Angeles Board of Education's $7.8 Billion budget approved Tuesday includes the first raise for teachers in a decade.

Schools Superintendent Surprises Board with Retirement Announcement

The Los Angeles Board of Education will have to launch a search for new superintendent as Ramon Cortines announces plans to retire.

SoCal Couple Donates $7 Million for Hispanic Leadership Institute

The institute will guide Hispanic students through the application process for top universities, and will eventually provide scholarships.

California Reevaluates Role of School Standardized Test Results

California to shift from a school quality measure based solely on exam results to one that would include other factors.

Know A Stand-Out, Young Volunteer In Highland Park or Mount Washington?

Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program nominations for youth, ages 6 to 18, begin Jan. 30.

Local Community Colleges to Offer Affordable 4 Year Degrees

As proposed, a bachelor's degree will cost about $10K; President Obama wants community colleges to be free. Local degrees were unveiled.

Too Much Homework? Stanford Researchers Say Yes

Is your home a battleground on weeknights? Stanford researchers find "busy work, by its very nature, discourages learning."

Alliance Environmental High Kayaks the Los Angeles River

Students from Alliance Environmental Science and Technology High School spend the day at the river learning about its diverse ecosystem.

LAUSD Dropout Rate Improves

The dropout rate among LAUSD students who began ninth grade together in 2009-10 was 17.3 percent, according to the state Department of Education.

LAUSD Teacher's Union President Will No Longer Actively Campaign for Re-election

The runoff election takes place this month with ballots set to be counted April 29.

LAUSD Reaches Settlement in Lawsuit Accusing District of Unfairly Laying Off Teachers

The Los Angles Unified School District board of education is scheduled to consider the proposed settlement at its April 22 meeting. The settlement also needs court approval.

Study: Schools' Anti-Bullying Efforts Should Focus on Friendship

Children with social connections -- even just one friend -- are at less risk of suffering severe symptoms after being bullied, said study author Jaana Juvonen, a UCLA professor of psychology.

Holy Guacamole: L.A. School Gets Burrito Vending Machine

Would you eat a burrito from a vending machine? Tell us in the comment section below.

USC's School of Journalism Names New Director

Willow Bay most recently served as senior editor for The Huffington Post in Los Angeles and was a correspondent and host for Bloomberg TV.

No More 'Vaping' on Campus; City Bans E-Cigarette Use at Community Colleges

Earlier this month, the Los Angeles City Council voted to prohibit "vaping" at restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other public spaces