Robinson Elementary Students Say: Go Ducks!

PHOTO: They don Ducks T-shirts and form the shape of a certain trophy.

VIDEO: Capo Unified's Honor Concert

UCI Chancellor Leaves, Heads to Ohio State

Michael Drake's been chancellor at UC Irvine since 2005.

UC Irvine 'Strongly Opposes' Academic Boycott of Israel

UC Irvine joins other prominent universities in condemning an academic boycott of Israel endorsed by an association representing professors of American history and culture.

Arroyo Vista Needs $7.3 Mil in Repairs, Upgrades -- CUSD Architect

Overall, Capistrano Unified is looking at a construction tab of $822 million. Here is Arroyo Vista's share.

In How Good of Shape Are Rancho Santa Margarita Schools?

Physically, the Capistrano Unified campuses need a lot of repairs and upgrades. Find out what's needed at your children's schools.

Expert: Wagon Wheel Elementary Needs an $8.4 Mil Update

With an $822 million tab to repair all of Capistrano Unified's campuses, here is Wagon Wheel Elementary School's share.

Architect: It Would Take $9 Mil to Fix Tijeras Creek Elementary

District-wide, Capistrano Unified is facing $822 million in repairs and renovations. Here's Tijeras Creek Elementary School's share.

Tesoro Needs $30 Mil for Renovations, Architect Says

Overall, it will take $822 million to modernize Capistrano Unified's 55 schools. Here's what it entails at Tesoro High School.

Architect: Las Flores Schools Need $14 Mil in Upgrades

With Capistrano Unified facing $822 million in construction and repair needs, here's what it would take to modernize Las Flores Elementary and Middle schools.

California Releases New Form Required to Avoid School Vaccinations

To exempt a child from required vaccinations, a parent and a doctor must sign the new Personal Belief Exemption form under a state law that takes effect Jan. 1.

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.

No Gas Thursday at Santa Margarita Catholic

Loss of utility will impact lunchtime dining options.

Community Update

State Offers New Tool for Researching Area Schools

Looking to make an informed decision? Access to info such as test scores, demographics and class sizes may help.

SMCHS to Host World's Largest One-Day MUN Conference

About two dozen schools are expected to participate as student simulate the United Nations.

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.

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.

On Day of Remembrance, SMCHS Vandalized—By Kindness

A couple of sophomores pull off a great show of humanity, which might otherwise be called a prank.

Photos: First Day Back for SVUSD in Rancho Santa Margarita

Gallery: Readers share their photos of a very big day in the life of a kid.

UC Irvine, Soka Rank in Top 50 in National College Survey

Among regional universities in the West, Chapman University ranked 7th, followed by California State University, Fullerton, at 35th and Concordia University at 63rd.

Ring, Ring Goes The Bell in CUSD

Gallery: Scenes from the first day of classes in the Capistrano Valley Unified School District.

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.

Share the Great Things Happening at Your School

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Trabuco Hills Student Chosen for National Leaders Program

Bank of America tabbed five county juniors will work locally and attend student summit in Washington, D.C.

Students Return to SMCHS, And It's Cool

School began Wednesday at Santa Margarita Catholic High for more than 1,700 students, and it wasn't nearly as hot as usual.

Las Flores Taxes to Drop by Nearly $100 a Year

A recent refinancing of bonds has Capo Unified returning some of the savings to taxpayers.

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.

Teachers' Quick Thinking Saved Tesoro Student's Life

Recent graduate Matt Silver experienced "sudden death syndrome" and lived to tell about it.

Trabuco Hills Graduation: In Pictures

Check out photos from the graduation event.

Mission Viejo Graduation: More Photos

Additional photos of the graduation event for Mission Viejo High on June 19,

Mission Viejo Graduation: Pomp, Circumstance, Video

A big night for Rancho Santa Margarita families whose children attend Mission Viejo High. How many do you know?

Trabuco Hills Graduation: A Day for Hope and Celebration

A closer look at graduation of the Trabuco Hills Class of 2013 through interviews and photos.

Watch: Tesoro Graduation Music Video

More photos, along with a photo bomb, from the graduation ceremony for Tesoro High.

Graduation Is A 'Dear Tesoro' Kind of Day

More than 600 graduate in Dr. Daniel Burch's final commencement exercise as principal.

Music Video of SMCHS Graduation

SMCHS Class of 2013 is in the Books

Ceremony at UC Irvine graduates nearly 400 students.

Mock Crash, Emotional Impact, Real Results

With the prom and graduation approaching, Rancho Santa Margarita students get a sobering lesson on drinking and driving. It could happen to anyone—and has.

Tesoro Gets New Principal for 2013-14

The Capistrano Unified School District's trustees tapped an assistant principal from Garden Grove.

Santa Margarita Catholic Is All In On Papal History

School doesn't miss out on the moment as Pope Francis emerges. Alumnus Craig Smith watches from St. Peter's Square waving an SMCHS towel: "We Believe."