Know Your Rights: Free Public Education in California

High School Students Should Not Be Charged a Fee to Park on Campus!

San Clemente Students Wanted: Scholarships Up for Grabs

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California is offering $338,000 in college scholarships.

10 Capo Students Earn National Recognition

The National Hispanic Recognition Program honored 10 local top performers.

Capistrano Unified School District Highlights of the Annual Financial Report Year Ending June 30, 2014

December 10, 2014 Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda Item #6 - "Presentation and Receipt of the Annual Financial Report for the Year Ending Ju

Proposal Aims to Spare UC Students from Tuition Hikes

A Democratic proposal would punt annual UC tuition hikes from California students to students from other states.

First of Three Superintendent Forums to Kick Off in San Clemente Thursday

Have you met CUSD's new superintendent, Kirsten Vital, yet?

15 Capo Unified Seniors to Compete for National Merit Scholarships

They're among the top 1 percent of all students in the country. One is from San Clemente High.

93 Percent of Local Juniors Ready to Graduate High School

The state released passage rates for the California High School Exit Exam.

SCHS Principal 'Professionally Embarrassed' for Scheduling Snafu

Many students showed up for school this month without full schedules.

Save Those Back-to-School Receipts! 8 Tax Credit Tips from the IRS

Here are several important facts you should know about education tax credits, courtesy of the Internal Revenue Service.

Anna Bryson Will Not Run for Re-Election to CUSD School Board

Two other incumbents are running, and there are two-candidate races in each of the three trustee seats up for grabs.

Mom of Bullying Victim to Address Parents

Daniel Mendez killed himself after reportedly being bullied in 2009.

UCI Chancellor Leaves, Heads to Ohio State

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

Talega Homeowners Get $17 Mil Tax Break

And they might be eligible for more because Capo Unified may have over-billed them since 2006, trustees say.

CUSD Staff Recommends Talega Get Its Tax Refund

If the school board agrees, it could mean a $314 savings on average per homeowner.

Meet the Superintendent -- Before He Goes -- Wednesday

Capistrano Unified Superintendent Joseph Farley will host a forum for parents Wednesday.

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.

Talega Taxes to Be Put on January CUSD Agenda

Residents want the savings from a recent refinancing of school bonds to go back to them. Some trustees want to hold onto the money.

Talega Residents Want School Board to Rethink Tax Decision

Ellen Addonizio will ask her fellow trustees just that on Wednesday.

At-Risk San Clemente Kids on Field Trip to Ford Design HQ

The students were deemed at risk for gang involvement.

In How Good of Shape Are San Clemente Schools?

Building-wise, the campuses need a lot of repairs and upgrades. Find out what's needed at your children's schools.

$6.5 Mil Needed to Modernize Lobo Elementary, Architect Says

Overall, Capistrano Unified is looking at $822 million worth of construction needs across its 55-school district. This is Clarence Lobo Elementary School's share.

Architect Sees $9.5 Mil in Construction Needs at Truman Benedict

Districtwide, it would cost $822 million to modernize all of Capistrano Unified's 55 campuses. Here's Truman Benedict Elementary's portion.

Architect: Vista Del Mar Needs $10.5 Mil in Upgrades, Repairs

With Capistrano Unified looking at a total of $822 million in construction costs, here's what's needed at Vista Del Mar Elementary and Middle schools.

Architect Says Shorecliffs Middle Needs $15.6 Mil in Renovations

With Capistrano Unified looking at an $822 million tab districtwide, here is Shorecliff Middle School's share.

Architect: San Clemente High Needs $61 Mil in Upgrades, Repairs

Overall, Capistrano Unified is facing $822 million in modernization needs, with San Clemente High School requiring the most of any campus.

Architect: Marblehead Elementary Needs $2.6 Mil in Upgrades, Repairs

With all of Capistrano Unified's campuses looking at a total of $822 million in construction needs, here's Marblehead Elementary's portion.

Architect: Las Palmas Needs an $11.9 Mil Makeover

With Capistrano Unified looking at a total tab of $822 billion, here's Las Palmas Elementary's share.

Concordia Needs $9.5 Mil to Modernize, Architect Says

With Capistrano Unified facing an $822 million tab districtwide, here's Concordia Elementary's portion of the construction bill.

Architect: Benice Ayer Needs $16.2 Mil in Renovations

Across Capistrano Unified there are $822 million worth of modernization projects and repairs. This is BAMS's share.

Architect Sees $9.7 Mil in Construction Needs at Palisades

Districtwide, Capistrano Unified is facing an $822 million tab. Here's Palisade Elementary's share.

Teacher Hired for San Clemente High Auto Shop

A troubled program may get a fresh start with a new face.

Talega Residents to Capo School Board: We Want Our Money

Residents express disappointment in a previous decision to hold onto a windfall they believe should come back to them.

Lobo Elementary's New Museum Only One of Its Kind in U.S.

VIDEO AND PHOTOS: Exhibits approach the science through the eyes of Native Americans.

Issa's Office Offers Internships to Students and Recent Graduates

Students interested in applying for an internship should submit a resume, cover letter and 2-5 page writing sample

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.

Local Mechanic Rallies Help for High School Auto Academy

Jason Smith, who comes from a family full of Capistrano Unified educators, just had to figure out a way to help.

Teacher: Illicit Auto Body Work at San Clemente High Caused Contamination

UPDATED: The auto shop was never designed for sanding, the program's founder says. Students' health may have been put at risk.

Troubled San Clemente High Auto Academy Program Left with No Teacher

Students are treated to "Planet Earth" videos and a series of substitutes.