59 CA Schools Named Model Continuation High Schools

"The priority of our Model Continuation High Schools is to give students more than a diploma."

408 Schools Honored As 2026 California Distinguished Schools

The honorees were selected using 2025 data from the California School Dashboard.

School Choice Tax Credit Is Waiting — As Long As CA Opts In

Until now, private school choice programs were a state matter. A new federal program forces them to take a stand on controversial vouchers.

CA High Schoolers Investigated Over Homophobic Photo With Slur

The picture, which is still circulating on social media, shows the students sitting on gym bleachers in shirts spelling the slur.

UC Professor Among Several In Epstein Files Who Said They Hoped Friendship Would Lead To Research Funding

A new trove of documents released by the Justice Department reveals Epstein’s reach into academia was deeper than previously known.

14 CA Universities Among Best In World, New List Says

The Golden State is well-represented on Time's new list of the highest-quality universities in the world.

CA's Best Schools 2025: Rankings For Elementary, Middle, High School, College

See which schools from kindergarten to college U.S. News and Niche said are the best in the Golden State.

Trump Administration Sues CA Over In-State Tuition Rates For immigrants in US illegally

The suit focuses on college tuition, scholarships, and state-funded financial aid to students who aren't legally in the United States.

​California Students Making Progress, According To State Dashboard: EdSource

"Today's dashboard results show California continuing to make important strides in post-pandemic recovery."

CA's Best Middle Schools Ranked In New Analysis

U.S. News researchers ranked more than 23,000 middle schools in the report.

These Are The Top Elementary Schools In CA, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The report includes about 47,000 public elementary schools ranked at the state and district levels.

These Are The Best School Districts In CA, New Ranking Says

Find out which school districts rank among the best in the Golden State on Niche's latest ranking.

These Are The Best Public High Schools In CA, New Ranking Says

The annual rankings use student, alumni and parent input, plus data from the U.S. Dept. of Education, to evaluate schools.

14 CA Colleges Among Best In Country, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The rankings evaluated 1,700 colleges and universities using more than a dozen measures of academic quality.

58 CA Colleges Among 500 'That Shine' With Top Salaries For Grads: Forbes

Forbes considered 14 metrics to determine the top 500 that offer the best educational, financial and career outcomes.

These Are CA's Most Liberal And Conservative Colleges

Niche ranked the most liberal and conservative colleges in the state for 2026, based on student surveys.

​California Joins Effort To Cut Chronic Absenteeism In Half By 2030: EdSource

Tony Thurmond announced that California is on track to cut chronic absenteeism by half in the next five years.

The Top 25 High Schools In CA For 2025-26: U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report has released its latest rankings on the best high schools in the country, and dozens in California made the list.

30 CA Schools Named To Princeton Review's Best Colleges List

The rankings are based on data from the company's surveys of 170,000 students at the 391 schools in the book.

Here's Where To Get Free Supplies Before The School Year Starts

School is nearly back in session, and several organizations are hosting giveaways to help families get the supplies they need.

Creative Students Launch STEM Club: CA Star Students

Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.

17 CA Colleges Ranked Among Best In Country For 2025: WSJ

The Wall Street Journal ranked several Cal State campuses above elite private schools in the Golden State.

How Are Students In Your Area Doing Post-Graduation? See CA's New Tool

This new data dashboard explores trends in high school performance, college enrollment, earnings in the workforce and more.

See Which CA Institutions Are Ranked Among Best In U.S.

These California graduate schools were listed among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

60K UC Workers Plan Strike For May 1

Two University of California unions say the UC system has enacted an “illegal hiring freeze.”

Top 2 Colleges Hardest To Get Into In America Are Both In CA: Niche

The hardest school has an acceptance rate of just one percent. See the 33 California schools that made this year's list.

A Pillar of Excellence in Dining Services at Mt. San Antonio College

Angela Cosio, Operations Manager for Dining Services, exemplifies exceptional qualities on campus

60,000 UC Workers Plan Strike For Tuesday

Two University of California unions say the UC system has conducted unfair labor practices.

These Students Are Making CA Proud

Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to celebrate local star students making a big impact in their communities.

336 Schools Honored As 2025 California Distinguished Schools

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

Special Needs Students Will Bear Brunt Of Federal Cuts, Union Warns

California's second largest teacher union sounds the alarm that thousands of students with special needs could be impacted by federal cuts.

Racial Discrimination Investigation Underway At 3 CA Universities

A racial discrimination investigation is underway at the schools. The Department of Education is cracking down on diversity programs.

83 California Schools Earn Purple Star Designation

These Golden State schools were recognized as "military-friendly schools."

Education Dept. To Cut Half Its Staff: See Possible CA Impacts

Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said this is "a significant step toward restoring the greatness of the United States education system."

Trump Prepares Order To Close Dept. Of Education: See CA Impacts

President Trump is preparing to sign an order directing his secretary of education to dismantle the Department of Education, sources said.

74 CA Schools Named Model Continuation High Schools

"The priority of our Model Continuation High Schools is to give students more than a diploma."

How Proposal To Gut Education Department Could Affect CA

The Trump administration is slashing spending and pressuring employees to quit, but only Congress can abolish the Department of Education.

These Are The Best CA Colleges For Online Degrees: US News

Here's how many online degree programs rank in the top 25 nationally in California.

Campus Way Café Brings Interactive Experiences to CSU San Marcos

With themed days, hands-on activities, and meaningful collaborations, the café invites students and visitors to participate

CSU San Marcos Offers $5 Lunch for Commuters on January 31

All students without a meal plan are invited to Campus Way Cafe to experience the wide variety of dining options