High school life: To whom it may concern

by an anonymous teacher A veteran Palo Alto educator reflects on the challenges of high school -- and how teachers, students and parents can help. Photos by Veronica Weber/Palo Alto Online. Related material: ■ Editor's note

California's 'English learner' students are learning faster

When Halow Hung started kindergarten at Irene B. West Elementary in Elk Grove a few years ago, he spoke little English and felt more comfortable talking in his native Vietnamese.

Northwest Indiana education briefs

CHESTERTONArt classes: Artist and educator Marsha Demkovich will teach art classes for children from preschool age through 16 years old at the Chesterton Art Center, 115 S. 4th St.Class sessions run monthly, Sept. 7 through May 26, and follow the Duneland School Corp. calendar.Classes met weekly, and include all ages and skill levels. The tuition fee is $55 per month for preschool students, and ...

Back to class!

RENO — Pencils and sharpeners, binders and calculators. These are a few of a student’s favorite — or least favorite — things. Whether or not students enjoy the smell of school supplies, for everyone — including parents and teachers — it’s a time to start fresh.

Students, staff ready for first day of classes

ASHLAND – Despite ongoing construction, the school year will begin next week for Ashland-Greenwood students.