Backlash Follows End Of Pride Flag Display

Trustees voted 3-2 to restrict symbolic flags to specific awareness months and require board approval.

Sonoma School Board Takes Up Rules For Itself

Trustees will review draft protocols governing public complaints, agenda requests, school visits, and their own authority.

Pride Flag’s Future Returns Before Sonoma Trustees

Trustees will choose a rotating display or dedicated symbolic pole carrying the Progress Pride Flag.

Sonoma Valley Schools Launch New Student Programs

Students return Aug. 17 with new music, math, reading programs, and a first-year superintendent leading schools.

California's Farm To School Program Is Now Permanent. Here's How Local Schools Are Benefiting.

Supporters of the program highlighted its impact, saying the initiative has expanded access to fresh, California-grown foods.

Sonoma Schools Boost Budget Outlook Amid Enrollment Drops: Report

Sonoma school officials project stronger finances even as student numbers shrink and key decisions loom.

Staff Rebuke School Board Over Pride Flag Fallout At Sonoma Valley High

Staff rebuke SVUSD school board over Pride flag dispute at Sonoma Valley High and warn against destabilizing moves.

Special Meeting Today: Next Steps In Search For Sonoma Valley Unified School Superintendent

The search continues for the new head of the Sonoma Valley Unified School District with a meeting today.

5 Places In Sonoma Valley To Have A Special Back-To-School Dinner

These family-friendly restaurants are sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike!

5 Things To Do In Sonoma Valley Before The Kids Go Back To School

Make new memories, spend time as a family and check out all that our community has to offer before the end of summer.

Santa Rosa Student Wins College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship

Congratulations to John Peter Simon of Santa Rosa!

College Financial Aid Applications In Sonoma Valley Area: Compare To CA

See how FAFSA applications changed for Sonoma Valley area high schools.

College Financial Aid Applications In Sonoma Valley Area: Compare To CA

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

2 Sonoma County Students Named National Merit Scholars

From a field of 16,000 finalists, the two local students were among 2,500 chosen to receive a $2,500 scholarship.

Honor Your 2021 Graduate On Sonoma Valley Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Sonoma Valley Patch.

FAFSA Completions Down In CA: How Sonoma Valley Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Sonoma Valley area high schools.

In Sonoma Valley Area, Share Of College Grads Increasing

The percentage of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been increasing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Sonoma County.

Sonoma County Schools Allowed To Reopen With Red Tier Status

Before reopening, schools must have a range of strict safety measures in place, and consult staff, parents and community organizations.

Speech and Debate Classes for 2-12 Grade Students Online

at Speech and Debate Academy Online

Santa Rosa JC Will Continue Remote Learning Until Winter

Any in-person lab classes will adhere to social distancing guidelines and the campus won't host any mass gatherings due to the pandemic.

Maria Carrillo HS Students Head To North Bay Academic Decathlon

The team representing Santa Rosa City Schools is set to compete against teams from 14 other high schools across six NorCal counties.

Sonoma Valley Unified Schools Cash In On Increased Lottery Sales

Five huge jackpots last year generated nearly $1.5 billion, with local school districts each getting a share.

Sonoma Valley Unified Enrollment Could Drop 10% By 2028: Study

The Sonoma Valley Unified School District should prepare for a more than 10% drop in student enrollment by 2028, a new study says.

4 Santa Rosa Students Named Nat'l Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

The local students are among others nationwide competing for National Merit Scholarships worth more than $31 million.

Will California State University Be There For Next Generation?

GUEST COMMENTARY: Author Gerald Haslam, his wife and three of their children are CSU graduates. He taught at Sonoma State University.

Niche Ranks Sonoma Valley's Best Schools

Niche released its latest school rankings Monday, just in time for back-to-school. See rankings for Sonoma Valley schools.

First Day Of School For Sonoma Valley Unified: 2019-2020 Calendar

When's the first day of school for Sonoma Valley Unified? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

SRJC Shone Farm Winery Receives Awards, Announces New Initiative

Santa Rosa Junior College has one of only three bonded wineries operating in the California community college system.

Student Brings 'Gun' To Santa Rosa High School Prompting Lockdown

A suspect was in custody Friday after more than 30 officers responded and conducted a systematic search of Santa Rosa High School.

Local Student Chosen For 2019 National Merit Scholarship

Here's the student chosen to receive a $2,500 scholarship.

U.S. News Best High Schools 2019: Sonoma Valley High Makes List

U.S. News & World Report released its 2019 Best High Schools list Tuesday. Here’s how schools in California ranked.

2nd-Graders Access Porn On School iPads: Report

The Sonoma Valley Unified School District on Friday removed iPads from its K-4 classrooms, according to a local news report.

Sonoma Student Accused In Snapchat School Shooting Threat: Cops

A Sonoma Valley High school student is accused of sending a message through Snapchat saying a shooting would happen at the school.

2 Santa Rosa Schools Awarded 'Step Up To The Plate' Grants

Twenty-eight Bay Area schools, including two in Santa Rosa, were awarded funding in an event with SF Giant Brandon Crawford.

As Sonoma Searches For Superintendent, 2 School Leaders Resign

The director of human resources, as well as, the director of student services both announced their resignations.

Santa Rosa Teachers Picket Over Lack Of Contract

BREAKING: Teachers also rallied over unfair pay and benefits.

Santa Rosa School Calendar 2017-18: First Day Of School, Vacations, Conferences

When's the first day of school in Santa Rosa? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.

Sonoma Valley School Calendar 2017-18: First Day Of School, Vacations, Conferences

When's the first day of school in Sonoma Valley? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.

​Santa Rosa Jr. College Holds Open House for Instructors

The open house will be on June 6 for instructors for adult education, community & contract education, and older adult programs.

Sonoma County-Based Junior College Receives Community Grant

Members of a Sonoma County women’s giving circle recently presented the donation.