Which East Bay School Was Voted Best Public University in U.S.?

The University of California at San Francisco was ranked as the sixth best public university in the U.S.

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.

County Board of Education Has New President and VP

The new president is a trustee covering Area 4 which includes West Dublin, San Leandro, and Castro Valley.

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.

Oakland University Saves 19,000 Gallons of Water a Day

Holy Names University is repairing leaks, replacing toilets, and more in its quest to save water.

Lottery Millionaires Donate $7 Million for Hispanic Leadership Institute

This California couple won Mega Millions, now they’re helping educate the next generation of Hispanics.

How To Post Your Student's Graduation Announcement on Piedmont Patch

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

How To Post Your Student's Graduation Announcement on Patch

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

Piedmont High Honored with '2015 Top AFS National School' Award

Since 2000, they have sent 20 American students to study abroad.

Tuition at UC Schools Not Going Up For 6th Year in a Row

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

Handling Campus Sex Assaults: CA Attorney General Issues New Guidelines

An estimated 1 in 5 undergrads are victims at some point, and now universities will coordinate investigations with local law enforcement.

Piedmont High School Garners Stellar Ranking From US News & World Report

The highly regarded rankings praised the high school.

Oakland Teacher Offered Fulbright

She's a teacher at Melrose Leadership Academy in Oakland.

Piedmont 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.

California Reevaluates Role of School Standardized Test Results

California to shift from a school quality measure based solely on exam results to one that would include other factors.

UC System Mandates Measles Vaccine For 2017 Freshmen

The system’s existing policy requires only vaccination against hepatitis B, although some individual campuses have additional requirements.

Students in Piedmont Invited to Participate in Water Creativity Poster Contest

Students across the state must submit their entries by March 31, 2015.

Know A Stand-Out, Young Volunteer In Piedmont?

Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program nominations for youth, ages 6 to 18, begin Jan. 30.

Too Much Homework? Stanford Researchers Agree

Is your home a battleground on weeknights? Stanford researchers find "busy work, by its very nature, discourages learning."

Bay Area Football: Raiders and 49ers Head Coach Shake-Ups

Two announcements in two days: Defensive line coach succeeds SF 49ers' Harbaugh; Oakland selects East Bay native as team's new chief.

Healthy Schools Act Law Expanded to Further Protect Children in Piedmont and CA

More info for parents about pest management in schools

Alzheimer's Game Changer: Scientists Find That Changing One Molecule Reverses Memory Loss

Brain cells called microglia chew up toxic substances and cell debris, calm inflammation and make nerve-cell-nurturing substances.

East Bay Native to Play for the A's

Remember when he played for Cal?

School Scheduled to Reopen Friday

Barring a last-minute change, school will be in session on Friday.

Piedmont Schools Open Thursday

Alameda County School Closures for December 11

Schools Around East Bay Cancel School for Thursday

Classes are canceled due to the inclement weather that is forecast.

New Alameda County Superintendent of Schools to be Sworn In

Sheila Jordan passes torch to Superintendent-elect L. Karen Monroe

Havens Elementary Service Crew

Wildwood and Havens Elementary Students Help Clear Debris

Former Cal, SF Giants Player Jeff Kent Makes $531K Donation to UC Berkeley

The Jeff Kent Women Driven Scholarship Endowment will provide a full scholarship annually to one female student-athlete.

CSU East Bay Reports Server Security Breach

More than 6,000 people are affected.

Chevron's 'Fuel Your School' Program Returns to Alameda, Contra Costa Counties

Innovative Collaboration with DonorsChoose.org will help generate up to $1 million for local public school teachers and students.

WATCH: Alameda County Transportation Commission's Back to School Public Safety Announcements

County transportation officials emphasize that getting to school safely "is a two-way street."

Officials Promote Free Broadband Internet for Low-Income Students

The offer is provided by East Bay Connects in conjunction with Comcast Internet Essentials and Oakland Technology Exchange West.

Legislature Approves Community Colleges Giving 4-Year Degrees

The measure would allow the schools to offer the four-year degrees when a local workforce need for college graduates can be shown.

Legislature Approves Community Colleges Giving 4-Year Degrees

The measure would allow the schools to offer the four-year degrees when a local workforce need for college graduates can be shown.

Back to School: 5 Easy School Lunch Ideas That Are Healthy, Too

Colorful and bite-size fresh fruit and veggies are not only fun to eat they are healthy – rich in anti-oxidants, nutrients and vitamins.

Bay Area Students Head Back to School

Are you happy or sad about sending your kids back to school? Tell us in the comments section.

Comcast Offers Free Internet Services to Eligible Families for Back to School

Read on to find out if your family qualifies for up to six months of free Internet service from Comcast.

Middle School Open House, Nov. 14 at The Renaissance International School, Montessori School in Piedmont

Parents of students age 12 - 15 are invited to a middle school info session at The Renaissance International School's Piedmont campus.