Got College-Bound Kids? Five Qs To Consider Regarding 'Early Decision'

Here are several questions all students should consider before applying for Early Decision to colleges and universities.

Five questions to consider before applying Early Decision

This article highlights several questions all students should consider before applying Early Decision to colleges and universities.

Legal Experts Weigh in on College Campus Handling of Sexual Violence Complaints

There are about three times the complaints in comparison to the 1980s, yet roughly half the staff to handle the complaints.

Startups Can Compete For $300K In Award Money With 'primeUC'

Got an idea for technology related to therapeutics, consumer health, medical devices or diagnostics? Money is available.

Dear Lamorinda Parents: Middle- And High-Schoolers' Stress Is Very Real

For many, the pressure to do it all -- and do it all well -- is taking its toll. Simple changes can be key, researchers report.

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.

Spacecraft Soaring Past Pluto Today Is Carrying Software, Equipment From Bay Area

#PlutoFly - An instrument designed by Stanford researchers is on board NASA's New Horizons.

What Would Be The Most Effective Way For CA To Implement Recreational Use Of Marijuana?

Law students from Stanford offer analysis on the issue if voters do approve ballot measures in 2016.

Mothers With History of Eating Disorders Invited To No-Cost Parenting Program

Researchers are recruiting moms with eating disorders for study testing new method to support parents. Provided at Stanford and in Berkeley.

St. Mary's College Selected As Host For CA Teachers Summit In July

"‘Better Together" is unique partnership to celebrate and empower preK-12 educators. Attendance is free.

No Need For A Bigger Boat: Shark Attacks Are Down In California

The truth is the "hazard" on our coasts has dropped by 91 percent since 1950, says a Stanford study. Unless you surf in the fall ...

Orinda Academy Announces 2015 Graduates and List of College Admissions

16 class of 2015 seniors graduated from Orinda Academy, a private school in Orinda for grades 8-12 that offers a college prep curriculum.

'DON'T WAIT' - Best Ever Commencement Speech ... To Preschoolers

The message at the Bay Area ceremony resounded beyond those headed to kindergarten. We, all, need to be reminded of what's important.

CSU Archives Collaborate to Document Japanese American Incarceration in California

CSU East Bay is included in the project.

SMC's Summer Dance Production: Body Object/Body Subject

Enjoy creative works by graduate students in Saint Mary’s one-of-a-kind M.F.A. in Dance program.

Are Humans Heading Toward Mass Extinction? Stanford Researcher Says Yes

"Rapid, greatly intensified efforts" aimed at reversing habitat loss and climate change needed so we don't go the way of the dinosaurs.

Jazzschool Studio Band Performs Tonight at Yoshi's

These remarkable young musicians -- some from Walnut Creek and Lamorinda - soon will going on a European tour.

Don't Miss It: Lafayette Jazz Cafe Tonight (Friday!)

Come listen to bands from Stanley, Acalanes & Campo! Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

St. Mary's To Host Social, Digital Media Conference For Catholic Educators

The June conference explores social media in era of Pope Francis, Catholic evangelization.

Monday Is Application Deadline For 2 Scholarships For Female College Students

The scholarships are offered to CA residents by the National Federation of Republican Women.

How To Post Your Student's Graduation Announcement

Share your news for FREE on our site. And it's easy, too!

Grad's Refugee Parents' Background Shaped His Life, Education: Meet St. Mary's 2015 Valedictorian

Chris Matthews, host of “Hardball", will be the featured commencement speaker.

Stanford Professor Developing Water Usage Model That Could Help California Meet Conservation Goals

A Stanford economist is creating a customer-level water demand model that can be used to design tiered water rate schedules in California.

Kalmanovitz School of Education ALL PROGRAM Information Session for Prospective Students

Come learn about ALL the Information Sessions for Prospective Students.

Webinar: How to Pay for Grad School: Before, During and After

Students need to know that they can pay for their graduate studies without risking their financial security in the future.

Social Justice Institute 2015

Come and learn more about what the Social Justice Institute of 2015 is about.

In Moraga: Cultivating Clarity and Power: A Workshop for Women

Come hear as SMC liberal Studies professors lecture on a student's next step after and during college.

Graduate and Professional Studies All Program Post-Commencement Reception

Celebrate with the Graduates students and professionals as they celebrate their accomplishments.

Undergraduate Commencement

Come out and celebrate with graduating undergraduates as they finish their years here at Saint Mary's College of California

Good News, Lamorinda Parents: Tuition at UC Schools Not Going Up For 6th Year in a Row

UC's base tuition will remain at $12,192 through 2016-17.

Moraga High Student Receives Local Scholarship

The scholarship was awarded by the Contra Costa County Office of Education.

Want To Be Happier? Don't Fight Stress - Embrace It!

New research indicates that stress can make us stronger, smarter AND ... happier – if we learn how to open our minds to it.

A Special Meet-and-Greet Reception for Contra Costa County's Newest Teachers of the Year

Congrats to four from Lamorinda!

Vacation Bible School at MVPC

Son Mountain High Adventures VBS: An Expedition Powered by God

Local Middle and High Schools Honored for Excellence

Contra Costa County has more schools on the list than any other county in northern California.

Lamorinda Students: Sponsor A Blood Drive And You Could Win A Scholarship

The money goes toward college! It's all part of the "Leaders Save Lives" program with the American Red Cross.

From Lafayette: Acalanes High School's Student Newspaper Sweeps Awards

Congrats to all the student journalists for writing, reporting, design, photography and creative cartoons!

The Saklan School Parents' Association Presents - Teen Esteem: What Kids Wish Parents Knew

Friday, May 1 at 9:00 at the Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 1700 School Street, Moraga