Monte Vista Appears on National High School Challenge Rankings

The Spring Valley school was one of 1,900 schools across the country that made the list.

The Blue and the Gray Face Off Wednesday at La Mesa Middle School

History teacher Eileen LaVine says kids respond well when they have something from the past to hold.

Rosa Bebi Claims County Swim Crown for Helix Charter High School

Junior won the 100 breaststroke at CIF finals, the lone La Mesa champion at Del Norte High School.

Live from Coronado! It's Saturday Night Prom (for Grossmont High School)

Arriving by car, limousine and party bus, 470 students in gowns and tuxes (and sometimes jeans and tennis shoes) take part in annual ritual.

100 Expected for 50th Reunion of Helix High School

Joyce Sawyer-Heroux is enjoying the search for old classmates—even ones who live in jeans.

Defense Shines as Stalford Pitches Grossmont Into CIF Semifinals

Host Hillers defeat Escondido 2-0 as pitcher throws a one-hitter, with five strikeouts.

Roger Fong, Ryan Chau of Helix Upset Top Doubles Teams for League Title

Grossmont, Granite Hills and Steele Canyon duos fell to Highlander senior and sophomore over the past week.

Rachel Stalford’s Arm and Bat Carry Hillers to Next Round of CIF Softball

Softball team upsets No. 3-seed Torrey Pines High School, will face Escondido at home Saturday.

Fearless Foursome: Grossmont District Office Staffers Bike to Work

Did anyone in your office commute via two-wheel transportation? Share your photos and stories.

Cause for Applause: 25th Anniversary of High School Art Show

Eileen Mandell: “Even in these difficult times, our district schools maintain high-quality art programs. The caliber of work is so high that several of our programs receive articulated college credit.”

Community College Leaders Warn of ‘Educational Armageddon’ in State

At a Grossmont College news conference, five district CEOs urge Sacramento Republicans to set aside ideology on funding.

Super Smith Saturday Raised $11,000 for Popular Teacher Battling Cancer

Grossmont High School principal thanks staff and students for the fundraiser, which exceeded her expectations.

Grossmont High School Raises Funds for Cancer-Stricken Teacher With Carnival

Organizers expect 'Super Smith Saturday' to raise $10,000 for Michael Smith's cancer treatment.

1,200 at Super Smith Saturday to Aid Cancer-Stricken Grossmont Teacher

Event at high school football field includes carnival booths and auction—and expects to raise $10,000 for Mike Smith treatment.

Perfecto! Grossmont Freshmen Finish 26-0 Season With League Title

Hillers hold off Granite Hills High School 3-2 at Gizoni Field behind the relief work of Trevor Chapman.

Grossmont Softball Team Tunes Up for CIF With 7-1 Victory Over Helix

Hillers spoil Senior Day for Highlanders, look ahead to CIF playoffs next week.

Three-Ring Circus Comes to Valhalla: Conference Track and Field Finals

Grossmont, Helix, Mount Miguel and other schools trot out their star runners, jumpers and throwers at El Cajon bluff amid breezy chill.

Final Splash of League Season: Swimmers Take a Dive for Their Schools

Grossmont High School hosts championships, with Valhalla boys and girls tossing their coach into the pool again to celebrate title.

Prom Night Looms for Monte Vista and Mount Miguel Highs—Pricey Fun and Pressure

Parents will pay more than $500 on average, according to a survey by Visa.

Prom Night Looms for Helix and Grossmont Highs—Pricey Fun and Pressure

Parents will pay more than $500 on average, and teen girls may feel pressed to have sex, according to San Diego lawyer.

GUHSD Announces Construction Projects Across East County Campuses

The projects will be funded by propositions H and U school bonds.

Rally Against Draconian Budget Cuts in K-12 Education on Friday

Jay Steiger: In a “cuts only” budget, there would be more than $9 million in cuts to the La Mesa Spring Valley School District and more than $18 million to the Grossmont Union High School District.

Helix Advances to CIF Quarterfinals in Boys Volleyball

Scotties sweep Hoover in three games, will next play Mt. Carmel on Saturday.

Grossmont Bedevils Sweetwater to Advance to CIF Volleyball Quarterfinals

Winning three straight games, the Foothillers will now travel to Poway for a Division I showdown Friday with the third-seeded Titans.

Grossmont Girls Claim First League Crown in Lacrosse, Await CIF Seed

Hillers hold off Monte Vista 11-7, look to their assignment in San Diego section playoffs.

Crunch Time at Hand: CIF and League Titles in Local Sights

Grossmont and Helix Charter High School begin final journey to section glory in sports including lacrosse, tennis, track, volleyball and swimming.

Helix, Hiller Stars of the Future: JV Players are Diamonds in the Rough

Grossmont beats visiting Helix 8-2 in junior varsity baseball showdown as next year's stars step up to the plate. In varsity showdown, Scotties upset Hillers 4-2.

Golden Friendships Savored at Monthly Lunch of Grossmont High Alumni

All-male gabfest keeps memories alive that date to the 1930s, with some classmates having known each other since kindergarten.

Grossmont Falls Short In League Championship Lacrosse Game

Granite Hills beats Hillers 5-4 at Grossmont High, taking advantage of “good bounces” and early lead.

Grossmont, West Hills Pool Their Resources in Final Meet Before League Championships

Hillers defeat Wolf Pack in Thursday afternoon dual meet at Santana High School.

Ripberger's 2 Goals Lead Grossmont Past Helix in Lacrosse Semifinals

Hillers advance to league title game Saturday against visiting Granite Hills High School.

Unrelenting Ruth: Leiderman of Murray Manor is Longest-Serving Teacher

But kindergarten veteran is parting in sorrow and protest in 2012, amid 30-to-1 class sizes.

104 Teachers Officially Lose Jobs in La Mesa-Spring Valley Schools

The governing board took action Tuesday in time to beat a May 15 notification deadline.

Joe Musgrove Leads Grossmont With Homer, Save vs. West Hills High School

Hillers boost their league record to 7-1 with 4-3 victory over the visiting Wolf Pack.

Jake Reed Pitches Complete-Game Shutout to Lead Helix at Petco Park

Steele Canyon, another charter high school, falls 1-0 as hundreds turn out to watch preps play in home of the traveling Padres.

Rachel Stalford Notches 10 Strikeouts to Lead Hillers Over Highlanders

Pitcher also goes 2-for-3 to keep host Grossmont High School unbeaten in league play.

Well-Rounded Student Plans To Be An Author

Maggie Holscher recently wrote a 50,000-word novel as part of National Novel Writing Month.

Beat Kellam! Grossmont Poised for Finals of Viral Video Contest

Beach fashion company Hurley International could reward Foothillers $25,000 if they have the most online votes among 17 school entries.

The Garden Launches Baby Owlet Naming Contest Across County

Hoot and Holla, two barn owls that inhabit a nesting box at the Water Conservation Garden, had four healthy eggs hatch in late March.

Mystery Illness Paralyzes Grossmont Girls Track Coach; Friends, Family Seek Funds

Also a 2006 graduate of Grossmont High, Gabriela “Gabby” Cartwright is being treated at UCSD Medical Center while friends and family rally with a GoFundMe.com effort.