Palm Desert’s Hannah Albert Balances Fierce Play With A 4.2 GPA

The senior standout earned Student Athlete of the Week for leading her team to the CIF playoffs while maintaining top marks in class.

4 Competing For College Of The Desert Superintendent-President Role

Candidates lobbying for the job will appear before a panel, in a live broadcast.

Cal State San Bernardino Student Service Building Construction Planned

Cal State San Bernardino's Palm Desert Campus will break ground on a Student Services Building, funded in part by a $79 million state grant.

Meet Rodney The Roadrunner: College Of The Desert's New Mascot

The redesign of the beloved mascot that "truly embodies the roadrunner spirit" will be revealed on Grad Night, officials say.

Internships Open In Rancho Mirage For College Tour Guides

​College students seeking paid gigs through the fall and going into the first half of 2026 are encouraged to apply for internships.

'We Did It': COD Roadrunner Radio Wins Multiple Golden Mic Awards

College of the Desert won multiple awards over the weekend in New York, but this was the school's first time taking home the top prize.

RivCo College May Become CA's Only Accredited Tribal School: Report

Financial concerns loom for the Palm Desert campus, but experts say accreditation could provide major benefits for Native American students.

Career Fair At College Of The Desert's Indio Campus: What To Know

The Career and Workforce Solutions Center and the College of the Desert Foundation sponsored the career fair until 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Grant Opens For Coachella Valley Teachers With Innovative Ideas

Ten grants of $500 each will be awarded to area teachers in April.

Palm Desert HS Wins 1st Place In 20th Academic World Conference

Over the past 20 years, hundreds of Coachella Valley high school students have competed in WorldQuest.

Coachella Valley Students Of The Month Lauded As Future Leaders

These future leaders of Coachella Valley were celebrated at an awards ceremony recently at the Fantasy Springs Resort event center.

Protections In Place For Immigrant Desert Sands USD Students

The district has protective measures, and the state has also issued guidance for students and their families.

Indio Woman Named RivCo Confidential Employee Of The Year 2025

Erika Barragan, Palm Springs USD executive assistant, was the 2025 selection for the lauded award.

6 Desert Sands USD Schools Make Statewide 'Honor Roll'

The Educational Results Partnership​ released its annual California "Honor Roll." Six DSUSD schools were on it.

Paramedic Shortage Sparks New Certificate Program In Palm Desert

The College of the Desert is accepting applicants for a new certificate program to address the flagging number of paramedics.

EMS Paramedic Academy Launching At College Of The Desert

"This program caters to the needs of our neighbors and allows students to enter a position that is in high demand," a campus official said.

Palm Desert's Best Middle Schools Ranked In New Analysis: 2024

From the best middle school in Riverside County to the top-ranked schools in Palm Desert: U.S. News Ranking 2024. Do you agree?

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Awards $100K In Scholarships

The university gave 50 students funds for academic excellence, community involvement and personal growth for the 2024-25 year.

'Undocumented Action Week' Recognized Across CA Community Colleges

Campuses across the state have joined the Community College's Chancellor’s Office for a week of advocating for undocumented students.

Report Of Shooting Forces Lockdown At Thousand Palms School

Riverside County Sheriff's Department personnel responded to reports of a shooting near Della S. Lindley Elementary School.

CSUSB's Palm Desert Campus Is Now Accepting Applications For Fall 2025

The Palm Desert campus offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees, teaching credentials and certificates.

Teacher Spotlight: Nicole Stayskal Makes A Difference In Rancho Mirage

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

'Passionate, Dedicated, Invaluable': Palm Desert Teacher Shout-Out

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

College of the Desert Warns Students Of Financial Aid Scams

The college offers no-charge services to help students navigate the financial aid process.

'So Dedicated To The Students': Shout-Out To Randy Nordlof

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Motorists Urged To Help Keep Desert Sands USD Kids Safe

It's back-to-school time. Drivers are asked to slow down, remain alert, and take extra precautions when navigating through school zones.

Desert Sands Unified School District 2024-25 Calendar: Dates To Know

Classes start Aug. 20 in the Desert Sands Unified School District.

Resilient Yucca Valley High Grad Overcame Challenges

T-Mobile and Patch are honoring 2024 graduates.

COD Launches Program For Formerly, Currently Incarcerated People

The program will fund on-site classes for young adults in carceral systems and resources for students who have been incarcerated in the past

Palm Desert, CV Area High Schools Rank In U.S. News Best List: 2024

According to U.S. News, more than a third of California's schools were in the top 25 percent nationally, and 121 were in the top 5 percent.

California's College Corps Program Paying Off At CSUSB Palm Desert

“The financial support that College Corps has provided me with has alleviated much of the financial burden ...," a student said.

Coachella Valley Students Earn Spots In 2024 RivCo Spelling Bee

The county spelling bee begins at 9 a.m. Thursday in the Office of Education's Conference Center, 4280 Brockton Ave., in Riverside.

New Free Shuttle Service Offered For College Of The Desert Students

The Roadrunner Express, a shuttle offering free rides between campuses, began Thursday.

College Of The Desert Premiers Roadrunner Express Shuttle Service

There's another way around Palm Desert, thanks to the Roadrunner Express.

Kaiser Permanente Supports CSUSB Palm Desert's Street Medicine Program

The school's Nursing Street Medicine program provides free healthcare services to homeless, unsheltered and vulnerable people in the desert.

Palm Desert High School Moves On To Mock Trial Competition's Elite 8

The round of 8 further challenges participants to successfully argue the fictitious murder case of People v. Clark in a courtroom setting.

Palm Desert High School Takes 1st Place In Academic WorldQuest Event

The PDHS team members included Sareen Bhakta, Kiamehr Karagah, Shaurya Mahajan, Tilda Rector and Coach Patricia Lizza.

CEO's Murder: Coachella Valley Students Go To Court For Mock Trial

Students from 22 high schools will adjudicate the fictional case in front of real judges and practicing attorneys.

4 CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Students Get Full-Ride Scholarships

The scholarship program was established for graduates from the Coachella Valley USD, Desert Sands USD and Palm Springs USD.

College Of The Desert Now Offering More Than 10,000 Online Courses

The mission is to reduce barriers to education for all students, with specific aims to improve enrollment and completion, COD reported.