Santa Monica College Shooter Kills Himself During Standoff: Police

Police have revealed further details about the man who killed himself after shooting his coworker at Santa Monica College Monday night.

Ethiopian Queen

Liyat Belay, not the centerpiece of action on Lighthouse's team, made some critical blocks to help LCA to victory over Glendale Adventist.

Napoleon's cannoneers

Gunnery in hits and serves has characterized Lighthouse Christian Academy this year.

She's one in a Jillian

Jillian Jenkins showed again Tuesday why Lighthouse need not worry about the loss of its senior power hitter next year

We threw the Brick at them

That is, Alex Brick, our 240-lb lineman. Even so, Lighthouse was overrun by Coastal Christian 22-50 at football

Baby face

He played through pain to an unrecognized victory. Zeke Young threw the winning pass, ruled out of bounds for LCA's fourth football loss.

Never before has a little girl beaten up a big boy so bad

It was something of a bet. The football team got assigned volleyball players, a pushup for every score they did. I came out badly.

Riley rises again

Riley rallied to lift the LCA over the Newbury Park Adventist Academy Gators in girls volleyball.

SMMUSD Hires Melodi Johnson As Special Education Coordinator

The superintendent called out the new hire's "commitment to equity, inclusion, and student advocacy."

Like father, like son

Lighthouse found its feet against Sherman Oaks CES. Though LCA lost 14-40, they punched holes in the line and made mad dashes for yards

Elsa from Frozen in Lighthouse volleyball

Abigail Aguilar got a fairy tale debut and a happy ending with LCA's victory over Hillcrest Christian

SMMUSD Strengthens Security After Georgia School Shooting: District

School officials in Santa Monica and Malibu say they're examining their own security procedures in the wake of Wednesday's shooting.

Sharp shooter Shayla

Lighthouse Christian Academy won its second girls volleyball match against Wildwood High School Tuesday.

Santa Monica School Calendar For 2024-25: SMMUSD Schedule

The first day of school is approaching fast. Here's a list of key 2024-25 school-year dates for SMMUSD schools.

Santa Monica College Among Top 30 Film Schools: New Ranking

Santa Monica College appears on the list alongside AFI Conservatory, Emerson College and UCLA.

Teacher Spotlight: Carol Chang Makes A Difference In Santa Monica

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

District Plans Community Meetings To Air Details Of SMMUSD Separation

The road to separate Malibu and Santa Monica school districts is long, winding and complex. Officials want to help explain it all.

Santa Monica High School Among 50 Best LA-Area Schools: Ranking

Santa Monica High School ranks among the best public high schools in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.

A visit to Pakistan's brick fields

Here, on the opposite side the world, a Santa Monica teacher sees again a lesson in gratitude

Santa Monica School Named 2024 CA Distinguished School

"Excellent middle schools and high schools play a critical role in the life outcomes of our young people."

The A-Team (A stands for agression)

Lighthouse Christian Academy lost its last soccer game Wednesday in a season of reviving its team

'Her blood-curdling screams filled the clinic'

A high school student in Santa Monica sees the harsh realities of health care around the world on Jamaica medical mission

Santa Monica College Named Top UC Transfer College For 33rd Year

According to school data from the 2022-2023 school year, Santa Monica College sent 1,086 students to UC campuses last school year.

Santa Monica School Ranks Top 10 In State: U.S. News

A Santa Monica Elementary school ranked in the top 10 in California according to new results released this week by U.S. News & World Report.

Rite of passage

Lighthouse Christian Academy's football wasn't about winning this season. But something else positive was going on.

Hit list

LCA lost CIF quarter final volleyball Wednesday and uber competitive Allie Scribner was both joyful and angered.

It's now Cali PHO nia

Senior Roxy Photenhauer sawed through Carpenteria Saturday to nail LCA's second playoff win, but she wasn't the only sensation.

Thor hammers for LCA

Dahlia Gonzalez delivers 22 kills to ensure win for Lighthouse Christian Academy volleyball

ZZ Top

Lighthouse Christian Academy's top two players connect for three touchdowns against New Design Charter School.

SMMUSD Discovers Fraudulent Transaction Of Almost $3 Million

Authorities are investigating a fraudulent transaction for the amount of $2,933,511.64 that was discovered in late August.

Community Group Claims SMMUSD Withdrew Proposal For Civic Auditorium

The district said the group's statement was inaccurate as negotiations with the city are still ongoing.

Infighting

When LCA lost to UCSA last night at football, the 'daughter' organization defeated its 'mother.'

All Classes Canceled At Samohi Due To Power Outage

All classes at Santa Monica High School were canceled on Tuesday due to a power outage caused by a major blown fuse.

Samohi Ranks In Top 4% Best High Schools Nationwide

Out of 18,000 public schools in the country, Santa Monica High School ranked 736 and 106 in California.

SMMUSD Looks To Purchase Civic Auditorium

The school district expressed interest in purchasing and revitalizing the historic Civic Auditorium, and breathe life into the old building.

Back To School: 2023-24 Santa Monica School Year Calendar

Parents in Santa Monica can mark the first day of school coming this month.

Santa Monica-Malibu's New Superintendent Shares Welcome Message

Newly appointed Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Superintendent Antonio Shelton shared a welcome message with community.

SMMUSD Names New Superintendent After Months-Long National Search

After months of searching, the SMMUSD named internal candidate Antonio Shelton as the district's new superintendent.

Over 80 Artworks Featured In Upcoming 2023 SMC Emeritus Art Exhibition

Part one of this year's exhibit will be an online-only experience, available 24 hours a day for people to view.

Santa Monica College To Celebrate New Malibu Campus With Open House

Officials invited members of the public to celebrate the opening of SMC's first-ever Malibu Campus later this month.