1 in 10 Millbrae Students Truant

The Millbrae School District's suspension and expulsion rate trended below the state and county's rates during the 2010-2011 school year.

School District Brings Back Teachers

The Millbrae School District Board of Trustees vote to reinstate eight full time equivalent positions.

How to Use Patch This School Year

Five things principals, educators, PTA members, and parents in Millbrae need to know.

Joining Bone Marrow Database Could Save PE Teacher

Mt. Carmel Principal Teresa Anthony urges community to sign up for marrow testing drives.

My Child Is Starting a New School. What Do I Need to Know?

Starting a brand new school could be a challenge for a child at any level. What tips do you have for parents who want to make sure their kids are prepared for the new school year?

Peninsula Youth Entrepreneurship Competition Draws International Talent

The competition, held all weekend, brought high school students from around the world to showcase their socially responsible businesses.

When Does High School Start in Millbrae?

Find out when the first day of school is for all schools in the San Mateo Union High School District, along with other important dates throughout the coming year.

Mills Grads Named National Merit Scholars

Nineteen high school graduates from San Mateo County have received the coveted National Merit Scholarship.

Library Opens Doors for Special Needs Kids

A new technology library opened in Burlingame at Community Gatepath--an organization serving children and adults with disabilities-- will help special needs children.

Millbrae School District to Address Fiscal Future at Public Meeting

The Millbrae School Board will discuss the potential impact of statewide tax initiatives on the district’s bottom line three years out. The meeting will be followed by closed-door talks with labor negotiators.

Job Cuts, Breakfast Price Hikes on School Board’s Agenda

The board meets tonight at 7 p.m.

Mills High School Class of 2012

Find people you know in Patch's list of graduates.

School District to Meet With Labor Negotiators in Closed-Door Session

Trustees will report any action taken at regularly scheduled meeting.

Peninsula High Relocation Plans Face Opposition

San Mateo parents and the San Mateo police chief voiced their concerns about a proposal to relocate Peninsula High to either San Mateo High's or Hillsdale High's campuses, saying the move could spark gang violence.

Bridging the Gap Connects Kids at Taylor Middle School

The program was founded to engender understanding between kids, some who have special needs.

Deadline for Open School District Positions is Today

Four positions are open for current employees.

CSU Salaries: What's A Few Hundred Thousand, Anyway?

Senator Leland Yee's office is concerned about large discrepancies found in officials' income figures as reported by different sources.

Send, Upload Photos of the Class of 2012 For Inclusion in Special Graduation Photo Gallery

Millbrae Patch puts the call out to the community to highlight local graduates

Mills Earns Gold Medal From U.S. News

The school ranks in the top 500 high schools in America according to the new survey.

Poll: Should Teachers and Students Be 'Friends' on Facebook?

Some say it's a great way to communicate with kids. Others say it's creepy. What do you think?

Do Parents Have a Moral Obligation to Send Their Kids to Public Schools?

How much should parents invest in public schools to make them better? Are private schools the better alternative for parents?

School Calendar For 2012-2013 Listed

The Millbrae School District has the calendar noted on their site for parents and students.

Community Meeting Tonight To Discuss Summertime School Construction

The location is Taylor Middle School.

Press Club Offers Grants to High School Journalism Programs

Grants can be used for equipment, training, workshops or other learning tools.

Anti-Bullying Efforts Organized by County

Free public seminars being offered to residents.

Last Chance: Want to Learn to Become a Entrepreneur?

A six-week series will provide business tools for success.

Donation Plea Raises Funds for Millbrae Schools

The Millbrae Education Foundation Second Chance Donation Drive last month brought in more than $25,000 to restore programs and fund staff at Millbrae schools.

Millbrae Student Qualifies for State Geography Bee

California winner will head to Washington, D.C. for a chance to win scholarship money and an exotic trip.

Alleged Teacher Abuse Sends Student to Hospital

Mother says child has become violent and aggressive.

Spring Valley Experiences Influenza Outbreak

Dozens of children absent because of flu.

Six School Employees Suspected Millbrae Woman's Alleged Child Abuse

Educators by law must notify Child Protective Services immediately upon suspicion of child abuse.

Most Millbrae Schools Receive Higher API Scores

Only one school saw a decrease from 2009 to 2010.

Tom Brady Reflects on High School Days at Fundraiser in San Mateo

Superstar Patriots player Tom Brady said he didn't get picked to be a quarterback his freshman year of high school in San Mateo.

School District Saves Thousands in Construction Costs

Costs well below original estimate.

Eight Teachers on Leave After Child Abuse Arrest

Millbrae resident and Redwood City teacher was arrested last week on child abuse charges.

Nonprofit Close to Meeting Fundraising Goal for Millbrae Schools

Foundation is asking for public's help in meeting goal of $225,000.

Millbrae Schools Could Face Deep Cuts Next Year

Academic year could be shortened by three weeks.

Which State Shares the Black Hills with South Dakota?

The Taylor Middle School Geography Bee asks kids to know the difference between Oshkosh and Okefenokee.

What Took Large Hits from Gov. Brown's Budget Plan?

Education took minimal cuts in Brown's proposed budget but the fate of a November tax initiative will ultimately decide the position of public schools.

School Transportation Funds Slashed

State cuts as much as 50 percent from school transportation.