California Eighth-Graders Improve Reading Scores, But Still Lag Nationally

National test score results were released Thursday.

State Senate President Announces $250 Million Career Education Grant

Careers Pathway Trust, a grant that was proposed by state Sen. Darrell Steinberg, D-Sacramento, will provide money for programs in high-demand sectors including science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Fitness Tests Show West County Kids Lag Their Peers Statewide

According to the data, 32.7 percent of 5th grade students in Martinez had an unhealthy body composition in the 2012-13 school year.

Martinez Schools Participating in Great California ShakeOut

The Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills began in California in 2008.

Martinez School District Announces 'I Have A Dream' Art Contest Winners

Winners will be honored at Monday's school board meeting.

Are Kids Getting Too Much Homework?

A recent Atlantic article explores what happens when a parent takes on his daughter’s homework for a week: it’s not pretty.

Report: Attendance Crisis in California, Martinez USD Truancy Rate Higher Than Statewide Number

See which Martinez USD schools have the highest truancy rates.

'Aquarium on Wheels' Heads to Martinez Shoreline

The 26-foot-long, 1,500-gallon aquarium on wheels is provided through an East Bay Regional Park District program for elementary students throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Should School Parcel Tax Elections Be Easier to Pass?

See which East Bay school districts receive the most money per student from parcel taxes.

Is Your Teen On the New Social Media Website Ask.fm?

The site is gaining popularity among middle school and high school students, but it's also being criticized for allowing anonymity and bullying.

Martinez School District 'I Have a Dream' Contest Nears Deadline

The contest honors the 50th anniversary last month of The Dream Speech.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Mark Your Calendar: Fall School Schedule Reminders

The Martinez Unified School District schedule helps you and your family plan ahead.

Do Kids in Contra Costa County Schools Feel Safe?

A new website compiles a massive amount of data looking at the mental and physical well-being of the state's youth. See how kids in your district compare.

Martinez Parents Reject Vaccines at Higher Rate Than State and County Averages

See which Martinez elementary school had the highest number of unvaccinated students last year.

How Much Are You Spending on Back-to-School Shopping?

A recent survey says 67 percent of parents in America plan to spend more than $100 per child on back-to-school shopping this year.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Martinez Students Score Well Above Average On State Tests

The 2013 STAR results were down slightly from last year as teachers prepare for a change in the exams next year

When Does School Start In Martinez?

The first day of class is August 27, but there's a lot to do before then

Nominate Your Favorite Lunch Professional for National Recognition

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine’s is looking for nominations from you in order to commend local schools with healthy school lunch programs.

Martinez Unified Getting State Funds To Upgrade Schools

The district is receiving a portion of Prop. 39 funds to help fix up its campuses

Systems Restored at Diablo Valley College

Classes were canceled as the college dealt with major issues.

Major Outage Hits Diablo Valley College

Classes were canceled as the college dealt with major issues. Full restoration is not expected until Monday.

Renovate or Start Over? Board Deciding Fate of Local Schools

Voters approved bonds to renovate schools but the board decided to spend the money differently. Now the decision is being revisited.

Martinez Schools Earn Stellar API Scores

Every school in Martinez, elementary through high school, posted Base API scores above a key state benchmark.

Few Teaching Positions Open in MUSD

Students will return to familiar faces this fall.

MUSD Spending $600K on Summer Maintenance Projects

With school out for summer, construction workers have launched major projects.

Most Martinez High School Grads Don't Take Required College Courses

Martinez School District Backs Off Controversial Plan

What Advice Would You Give To A Martinez High School Graduate?

Helen Rossi Leaves Martinez Jr. High

Back Off Pesticides, Parents Plead With School District

The school board is due to decide Monday night on a pesticide plan.

A Third of Martinez Students Reported As Truant During School Year

Alhambra High truancy rate is listed at 48 percent. What should educators do to tackle this issue?

Martinez Classmates Make A Get-Well Video For Aaron Hearn

The staff and students at Martinez Jr. High put a video get-well card out to their injured friend, who is said to be recovering nicely.

Alhambra Included in Ranking of Nation's Best High Schools

U.S. News and World Report gave the high school a silver medal.

Letter to the Editor: The Herns Bring Out The Best In Martinez

Martinez School District Superintendent Rami Muth writes about the community's reaction after 11-year-old Aaron Hern was injured in the Boston Marathon explosions.

Computer Access Continues To Improve for Students At Martinez Schools

Martinez educators have added technology to the classroom the past few years and things are about to improve even more