Pleasanton Breaks Ground On $103M Amador Valley High School Overhaul

The project will bring a new performing arts theater and competition gym to the campus, with completion expected in 2028.

Back To School: 2026-27 Pleasanton Unified School District Calendar

Here's what to know as Pleasanton returns to school Thursday.

94-Year-Old Amador Valley Theater Demolished

Students returning Thursday will find a dramatically changed campus as work continues on a $95.8 million facilities overhaul.

Pleasanton Students Win College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships

Two Pleasanton seniors received the prestigious National Merit Scholarship sponsored by the college they will attend next year.

$10K David Yandell Scholarship Winner Named

AVHS senior Aarush Tahiliani was named the 2026 recipient for his academic record and community leadership.

Pleasanton Students Defeat 100+ Teams In National Mission To Mars Contest

Foothill students won Lockheed Martin’s nationwide challenge with a scalable nuclear energy concept for Mars settlement.

Pleasanton Educational Options Students Host First Multicultural Day

Students sampled international foods, explored global traditions and created cultural displays representing countries around the world.

Pleasanton Students Named National Merit Scholars

Eight Pleasanton students received $2500 scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

$9.7M TK Campus Breaks Ground In Pleasanton

Walnut Grove Elementary School is adding a TK campus with two classrooms and a new outdoor play yard.

Pleasanton Community Celebrates $250K In Improvements To Foothill High School Stadium

Improvements include upgraded lighting, sound, and an ADA-accessible pathway to the stadium.

Tri-Valley Student Headed To Scripps National Spelling Bee

For the second year in a row, Pleasanton student Rithvi Balajee qualified for the prestigious national spelling bee in Washington.

$47M Educational Options Center Breaks Ground In Pleasanton

The new center will comprise three new buildings to support Village High School, Pleasanton Virtual Academy, and Adult Transition Options.

Pleasanton Run For Education Registration Open

The April race will offer a 5K, 10K, and 2-mile courses. Proceeds benefit Pleasanton public schools.

Pleasanton Schools Named California Distinguished Schools

Two Pleasanton schools were recognized by the California Department of Public Education for superior performance and climate.

Pleasanton Unified State Of The District Registration Ends Tuesday

This year's State of the District will feature a Q&A with the superintendent, and the president and Vice President of the PUSD board.

Pleasanton Students Named U.S. Presidential Scholar Candidates

Four Pleasanton students and eight other Tri-Valley students were nominated for the prestigious, invitation-only distinction.

$10K Scholarship Available To Pleasanton Students

The David Yandell Living Legacy Service Scholarship, named after the longtime AVHS teacher and counselor, is open to graduating seniors.

$11M Track, Field Project Breaks Ground In Pleasanton

Hart Middle School is getting a turf field, multi-sport grass field, running track, and more. It is expected to open in the fall.

More Racist Graffiti, Hate Symbols Found At Amador Valley High

Swastikas, racial slurs, and personal attacks against school leadership were found a third time in a school bathroom.

Hate Symbols, Racial Slurs, Found In Pleasanton School Bathroom Stalls

AVHS Principal Malcolm Norrington said that the graffiti was quickly removed, and an investigation is underway.

Former Pleasanton Principal Accused Of Flirting With Students On Grindr: Reports

Former AVHS Principal Jonathan Fey resigned after investigators substantiated claims that he was messaging a current and former student.

PUSD 2nd Best District In Alameda County, Among Top 20 In CA: Niche

The district and its schools also have some of the best teachers in the region, according to the new rankings.

Pleasanton Student Wins Gold Medal At International Taekwondo World Championship

AVHS student Apoorvaa Muruganathan competed with Team USA to bring home one gold, two silvers, and one bronze medal.

65 Pleasanton Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

See which students scored in the top 1% of U.S. seniors nationwide on the PSATs.

Beloved Crossing Guard Retired At 85 After Years Of Service

Robert “Bob” Phillips, a retired veteran, spent years greeting kids at Vintage Hills School with a smile.

Maurice Ghysels Appointed Permanent Pleasanton Superintendent

Ghysels, an AVHS graduate who served as superintendent in Mountain View and Menlo Park, was interim superintendent for the past year.

Pleasanton Fifth Graders Showcase Service Projects At CAP Fair

Students at Fairlands Elementary organized a number of service projects, which included raising hundreds for fire and cancer victims.

Pleasanton Teachers Named Alameda County 2025 Teachers Of The Year

All nominees will have the chance to be named California Teacher of the Year.

Pleasanton Students Win National Merit Scholarships

Five Pleasanton students received scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Pleasanton Teacher Finalist For $30K All-Star Educator Award

Alisal Elementary School special education teacher Christine Fitzsimmons has been named one of five finalists. Voting ends June 2.

Pleasanton Students Win Corporate National Merit Scholarships

Two Pleasanton students received awards worth $1,000-$10,000, sponsored by corporations or business organizations.

New Amador Valley High School Principal Appointed

Malcolm Norrington, a former Vice President at Foothill, will take over in the fall.

Pleasanton Student Headed To Scripps National Spelling Bee

Stratford School 7th grader Rithvi Balajee won 2nd at the Regional Spelling Bee, and could win $50K at the national bee in Washington.

AAUW Offers Scholarships To Pleasanton College Students

The local branch of the American Association of University Women is offering scholarships of up to $3500 for local women in college.

Quarry Lane School Expo / Open House - Sunday, January 26

Quarry Lane invites you to discover and explore our award-winning programs and learn why we're consistently ranked a top K-12 private school

Harvest Park Middle School Honored For Special Education Achievements

The school received a Golden Bell Award from the California School Board Association.

Pleasanton Students To Feature In PBS Documentary

The award-winning teams from We the People will be featured in the PBS documentary "Citizen Nation," and will speak at a screening.

Pleasanton Student Named National Anti-Tobacco Advocate

Ishmeet Dhillon was named a National Youth and Young Adult Ambassador by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.

Pleasanton Unified School District Best In Alameda County: Niche

Education website Niche again ranked the district as the best in the county, and one of the best in the state.

Pleasanton Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

47 Pleasanton students scored better on the PSATs than over 99% of other US high school seniors.