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Cabrillo College Education Local News Schools 

Cabrillo College Hosts Spring 2026 Registration Fairs in Watsonville and Scotts Valley

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Prospective students can explore in-demand career programs and get personalized enrollment assistance Cabrillo College is making it easier for prospective, current, and dual-enrolled students to kickstart their spring semester by hosting two Spring Registration Fairs in Scotts Valley and Watsonville next week. The Watsonville Registration Fair will take place on Wednesday, January 14, from 3:30–7:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo College… Read More
2025 Santa Cruz County Spelling Bee Education Local News Schools 

2025 Santa Cruz County Spelling Bee Winners

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Congratulations to local winners of the 2025 Santa Cruz County Spelling Bee, Elementary Division Grades 4-6. Pictured here: Horace Dong of Scotts Valley Middle School – 2nd place, Emerson Brunner of Scotts Valley Middle School – 1st place, and Cooper Slavich of Boulder Creek Elementary School – 3rd place.  More results from the Santa Cruz County Office of Education: In… Read More
San Lorenzo Valley High School class of 2024 Education Local News 

SLV High School Students Receive Jack DeBord Memorial Scholarships 

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Two remarkable San Lorenzo Valley High School (SLVHS) grads are recipients of the Jack DeBord Memorial Scholarship.  Aliyah Bowers Aliyah has always known that she wanted a career in the medical field, but now she’s certain that she wants to become a pediatric nurse. She’s driven to help others the way that she’s been supported in her own medical journey… Read More
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San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Campus Improvements

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The schoolyear at San Lorenzo Valley Elementary got off to a colorful start in August with new murals and playground equipment. By Julie Horner San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School students have enjoyed an engaging school year so far with their captivating new mural, enchanting sensory path, and state-of-the art playground equipment at the tri-campus in Felton. Inspiring kids, parents, and… Read More
Cabrillo College Education Local News 

Felton Meeting: Cabrillo College Name Change

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Cabrillo College is nearing the end of its name-changing process and they’re looking for input from north county residents. The Name Exploration Subcommittee will host a meeting at the Felton Branch Library this Wednesday, July 12 at 6 pm at 6121 Gushee Street, Felton. The options have been whittled down to five candidates:  Costa Vista CollegeSpanish for “coast view,” although… Read More
Education Local News 

Cabrillo College Trustees Vote to Change Name

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By Mary Andersen After a two-year process, Cabrillo’s governing board voted Monday, November 14 to accept the recommendation of students, faculty, staff, and an exploration committee to change the name of the college. A new name will be selected by August 2023 and implemented at the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year.  The movement was launched in 2020 by advocates… Read More
San Lorenzo Valley Charter Schools Education Local News 

Charter School Information Nights with SLVUSD

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The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District announces its Charter Information Nights. Parents who wish to learn about all programs within the Charter program for grades K through 12, can attend theAll Homeschool-Hybrid Programs Information Night on March 8, 2022, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Arrive at earlier at 5:00 pm to tour the campus. Nature Academy’s Information Night for… Read More
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Commentary: A Day in the Life of a Public School Teacher in Santa Cruz County During COVID – The New Normal

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Dear Old Normal, I miss the comfort you brought me knowing my days would follow a usual schedule in a predictable fashion. And while I know change is the only certain thing, I did appreciate all the stability, predictability, and consistent planning you allowed me as a teacher when times were normal.  I understand we may not be seeing you… Read More
San Lorenzo Valley High School Education Local News 

SLVUSD Back in Session

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By Nancy Martinez New SLVUSD superintendent Christopher Schiermeyer provided an update on the start of the 2021/22 school year. The district’s 2,412 students have returned to in-person learning. The district is following California Department of Public Health (CDHP) guidelines which you can view at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/K-12-Guidance-2021-22-School-Year.aspx. In a statement, Schiermeyer said, “Visiting the campuses and being inside the classrooms this week,… Read More