145 Hillers, Highlanders Honored as Members of U-T All-Academic Teams

Grossmont's Danielle Dahle and Emily Palmer have highest GPAs of La Mesa-area student-athletes.

Frosty the Fallman? Murray Manor Dad Entertains Son’s Kindergarten Class

David Moye performs a Christmas standard for students—with a nonstandard ending.

Cuyamaca Colllege Gets $535K Grant For Wastewater Technology Job Training

The 21-month grant allows Cuyamaca to upgrade its job training programs in the water conservation sector.

State Champions! Helix Knocks Off NorCal’s Best in CIF Division II Bowl

Scotties speed by Del Oro High School 35-24 to complete near perfect season, win first state title

Brandon Lewis, Kacy Smith Lead 9 Scotties on All-CIF Football Teams

Having Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year may be unprecedented, Helix official says.

Reachable Moment: 4,000 Canned Goods Goal at Parkway Middle School

Around 3,700 cans have been collected so far, and the Builders Club is still accepting donations.

Bancroft Elementary Students Get Early Christmas Gifts - Brand New Bikes!

Bikes for Kids, a nonprofit charity, donated the bicycles to the students.

CIF Wants to Know What You Think About High School Sports

If your child participates in high school sports, CIF asks that you give them feedback in an annual survey.

Grossmont Union High School District Faces Nearly $1 Million Budget Cut

New state revenue projections could have been worse, but free busing may end for many.

Santa Baby, Yeah: Foothiller Choirs Show Range at Winter Concert

Grossmont High School singers race from 12th century to the 20th at packed Fletcher Hills church.

Scotties to be Lone San Diego Team Battling for State CIF Football Title

Helix Charter High School will meet Del Oro High School in Saturday game at Home Depot Center.

Grossmont Union High School District Faces Deficits ‘Beyond Our Ability’

Midyear cuts from state could tax district’s budget beyond its reserves, school board learns.

Grossmont Grabs First Boys Basketball Victory of Young Season

Derek Rustich and Robby Nesovic lead Hillers over visiting Mira Mesa in Titan Tip-Off Classic.

Helix QB Brandon Lewis Revealed as KUSI Prep Pigskin Athlete of the Year

Video shows announcement made Tuesday at San Diego Hall of Champions in Balboa Park.

Deadline is Dec. 26 for Your Chance at $500—and $100,000 for La Mesa Public Schools

Patch holiday decoration contest ongoing: Nominate your home by uploading a photo to form on site.

Helix Nation Celebration: Families and Friends Share in Sweet Victory at the Q

Perhaps 500 Highlander fans cheered the Scotties to first CIF football championship since 2001.

Super Scotties! Helix Claims First CIF Football Title Since Reggie Bush Years

Highlanders halt Oceanside title streak at seven with 44-6 victory at a rocking Qualcomm Stadium.

Highlander for the Homeless: Skyler Proffit’s Project Inspired by Family

Helix student follows in footsteps of mother and grandmother, an example of community service.

Mission Accomplished: Helix Will Face Oceanside on Monday for CIF Title

Scotties beat Grizzlies of Mission Hills High 21-0, will meet defending champ Pirates at Qualcomm.

Put Your Hands Together for Helix Senior Cheerleader Lily Esquer-Horta

Deaf since birth, Highlander is your typical busy teen—who overcame injury and confidence issues.

Grossmont Students Hear from Heroes: Bill Walton Not the Only Fitness Celeb

Wife of pilot Sully Sullenberger and state schools chief also urge teens to make healthy choices.

La Presa Middle School Athletic Park One Step Closer to Reality

The school is seeking a $3.4 million grant to improve its athletic fields which are now simply a giant dirt lot.

Helix ‘Best High School Team I’ve Seen in 20 Years,’ Says Torrey Pines Coach

Falcons running back: “There’s a reason why they’re the best team in San Diego and probably the state.”

They Laughed, They Eyed as Helix Grad Screens ‘Intervention’ Mockumentary

Class of 1985 supports Steve Moramarco with genuine howls for 90-minute film seeking distributor.

Junior Seau, La Mesa Field Benefactor, Enters Chargers Hall of Fame Sunday

Linebacker great helped jump-start fundraising for sports complex at Parkway Middle School.

Helix Trounces Torrey Pines, Advances to CIF Semifinals Against Mission Hills

No. 1-ranked Scotties score early and often, leading 30-0 at halftime, give up lone TD late in game.

Grossmont Season Ends with 35-7 CIF Quarterfinal Loss to San Pasqual

Hillers finish season with 6-5-1 record after loss in Escondido in Division I playoff game.

Working Toward a Trade Career: Astoria Dunn Thankful for YouthBuild Boost

La Mesan, 22, was the only female graduate of work-study program involving local Labor Council.

Grossmont Bond ‘Refi’ Expected to Save Taxpayers, District $1.3 Million

Refunding of $20.92 million in Proposition H 2004 series bonds took effect Thursday, the district says.

Stunning Comeback: Hillers Shock Marauders to Advance in CIF Playoffs

With a 33-point second half, Grossmont avenges double-overtime CIF loss in 2010 to Mira Mesa.

Alicia McBride Savors Latest Honor: Finalist for State Teacher of the Year

Among state's 430,000 public and private teachers, La Mesan was chosen among the top 12.

Sweet Showcase: Bands and Color Guards Own Football Field for a Night

Superintendent Swenson conducts massed band as 11 schools (and SDSU) perform at Grossmont.

El Capitan and Monte Vista Runners Take Grossmont Cross Country Titles

Nearly 500 came out and ran hard and fast despite the wet weather.

Alpine Student’s Death Haunts Board as Attendance Boundaries Change

Grossmont Union High School District approves changes in where new students will go in fall 2012.

Grossmont High Beats West Hills 33-10 in Regular Season Finale

Schools await Saturday meetings to see if they'll advance to the CIF San Diego playoffs.

Helix Streaks Past Steele Canyon 49-7 to Claim Grossmont Hills League Title

Highlander defense holds a league foe to 7 points or fewer for the sixth straight game.

Classic Views of Carl Vinson on Eve of Veterans Day Basketball Game

Barack and Michelle Obama expected in the audience of first NCAA contest on aircraft carrier.

Helix Charter High School: No Changes in Attendance Boundaries for Scotties

District is revising attendance maps for 10 traditional schools, but not Helix, Liberty or Steele Canyon.

Mt. Miguel JROTC Helps Celebrate Veterans Day with Ceremony

More than 175 JROTC Cadets participated in the ceremony honoring all military personnel who have served our country throughout history.

Grossmont Boys Water Polo Beats Poway to Advance to Quarterfinals

The Foothillers face No. 1-ranked Vista Friday morning at La Jolla High School for next CIF championship round