IB Optimist Club Celebrates 25 Years

The club whose charity focuses on children began with sponsorship from the Coronado Optimist Club in 1987.

Students Protest Going to Class at Mar Vista High School

The students claimed their human rights were violated by being forced to come to school.

With the Sandcastle Competition Gone, Education Foundation Seeks Fundraising Ideas

The foundation is also looking for new members to help raise money for various programs that benefit local teachers and students.

Dr. Seuss Comes to IB Elementary for 'Read Across America'

The elementary school celebrated the day by having Dr. Seuss books read to them by well known members of the community.

South Bay Celebrates 2012 Employees and Teachers of the Year

More than 100 people attended a ceremony last Thursday to honor dedicated teachers and other district employees.

Ninjas, Speed Dating and Southwestern Valentines

Valentine's Day activities at Southwestern College Tuesday.

IB Charter School Plans Move Forward with Emphasis on Technology

The new school will have an emphasis on 21st century skills and seventh and eighth graders may receive their own laptops.

School Board Votes 3-2 Against Allowing Kids to Ride Bikes to School

In a 3-2 vote, SBUSD trustees decided not to review their policy which makes it against the rules for children to ride their bikes to school.

IB Native’s Documentary Champions Ethnic Studies

‘Precious Knowledge’ is a documentary about ethnic studies in Arizona, and is more popular than any film Eren McGinnis has ever produced. People who reject the idea of ethnic studies outright don’t know what they’re talking about, she said.

Mar Vista Runningback Named to All-State Football Team

Jimmie Hill finished the season with an average of 11 yards rushing per carry.

Photo Gallery: Mariners Roller Hockey Fall to Southwest

The loss to rival Southwest means the team may keep the team of six from winning the South Bay league championship and keep them out of the playoffs.

Imperial Beach Charter School Plans Moves Forward, Enrollment to Begin Next Month

The South Bay Union School District is working with staff, parents and others to get a petition for a charter school ready by March to open by July. The new school will combine Imperial Beach Elementary School and West View Early Learning Center.

Top Recommended Scholarships for Students by Mar Vista High School Counselors

Several scholarships offer financial assistance to high school students transferring to college in tough economic times.

South Bay Union School District Honored for Prop X Technologies

District modernization program receives Constructech Gold Vision Award.

Register Online for Spring 2012 Southwestern College Courses

Last day to register is Jan. 5. Classes start Jan. 9.

Register for Spring 2012 Sweetwater Adult Education Classes

Dozens of classes held across IB and South San Diego can teach you everything from basic education to mariachi music to welding or parenting skills.

Brand Named Sweetwater Superintendent

Brand returned to the Sweetwater Union High School District as interim superintendent this summer when former Superintendent Jesus Gandara was fired.

SBUSD Board of Trustees Approve Earthquake Safety Analysis, Elect New President

Trustee David Lopez succeeds Chris Brown as president of the board of trustees. Board members also approved an $89,500 expenditure to have potentially unsafe buildings evaluated for earthquake safety.

Mar Vista Fire Students Who Assisted Classmate After Seizure to Be Recognized

The City of Imperial Beach City Council will recognize four students training to become firefighters at their next meeting for assisting a classmate who had a seizure.

Photo Gallery: Mar Vista Falls to Olympian in CIF Playoff Semifinals

The 2011 Mariners finished their best season in school history with a 40-8 loss in the Division III semis.

Photo Gallery: Mariners Beat Montgomery in First-Round Playoff Action

The Mariners will play St. Augustine High School Nov. 25 in the CIF Division III quarterfinals.

Mar Vista Navy ROTC Blood Drive Sets Record to Save Lives

A blood drive held earlier this week at Mar Vista High School brought in near five times the amount of blood typically donated at drives held in Southern California and was the second largest ever held at the school.

Mar Vista Football Finishes Near-Perfect Season With Big Win Over Southwest

The 2011 Metro South Bay league champions finished the season with a 58-9 win over Southwest High School.

Photo Gallery: Mariners Edge Out Lancers, Move to 8-1 Ahead of Playoffs

Mar Vista's 13-6 win is powered by Jimmie Hill's two TDs, Eddie Mejia's two interceptions.

For the First Time in More Than a Decade, Mar Vista Football Gains Honorable Mention in County Rankings

The rankings are determined by the San Diego County Sportswriters/Sportscasters Association Poll.

Mar Vista Player Wins PPR Play of the Week

Jordan Lertique dropped the hammer on a Francis Parker runningback earlier this month and in doing so won a close vote for the best play of the week above all other players around San Diego County.

Mar Vista Quarterback Nominated for San Diego's Play of the Week; Vote Now

Prep Pigskin Report on KUSI, who broadcast from the Mar Vista-Francis Parker game last Friday, has nominated Jordan

Photo Gallery: Mariner Football Rout Francis Parker in Homecoming Game

The team led 22-0 at the half and never looked back.

Mar Vista Students Fight to Finance Prom

The 2012 Mar Vista Senior class is struggling to finance prom and want to raise more than $10,000 in the next couple of months.

Corruption, Synthetic Drugs, Academic Performance Discussed at Sweetwater Education Summit

An education summit was held at Eastlake High outlining Sweetwater Union School District’s slated projects for the school year and discussing recent controversies plaguing the district.

Prep Football: Mar Vista Hosts El Cap in Season Opener

Mariners have some huge linemen but will have to replace last year's potent running game.

Coach-Daughter Duo Set to Lead Mar Vista Volleyball

Boys coach Joe Penolio takes on the coaching duties for the Mariners' girls team this fall with daughter Meghan a key part of the squad.

South Bay Standardized Test Scores Drop; Prop. X Audit Discussed at School Board Meeting

Standardized test scores saw a small decline in 2011 compared to 2010. Scores for Spanish-speaking students also saw a decline. District officials also said farewell to Assistant Superintendent Scott Buxbaum at their Aug. 25 meeting.

How Do You Get Your Child to Eat a Good Breakfast?

What do you feed your kids for breakfast? How do you get your kids to eat healthy?

State Releases Latest High School Graduation Rates

Compared to other schools, IB's Mar Vista performed above its district and the state average but below the San Diego County average. The school's English Learner students exceeded district, county and state rates.

Five Ways to Help Your Child Succeed

There are many definitions of success, but here are five ways to help your child be successful in school and life. What do you do to help your child succeed?

SBUSD Hires New Superintendent of Business Services

The Board of Trustees also voted to restore one work year reduction day for classified employees and to eliminate an unpaid furlough day for some employees.

When Students Return Wednesday, New Principal for Mar Vista High School

Former Mar Vista Principal Glenda Golobay took an early retirement after only a year as the school's principal.

2011-12 School Year: Important Information for SBUSD and SUHSD Parents, Students

What you need to know about registration, transportation and vaccinations.

Fall Semester Registration for Returning Southwestern College Students Starts July 11

The fall semester is just around the corner. Whether you're a new or returning student, there are several important dates and deadlines you'll want to mark on your calender.