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District focuses on communication
SMMUSD HDQTRS — The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District might be one of the best organizations of its kind in...
Read moreMencia cancellation leads to policy changes
JAMS — There were plenty of emotions and clashes of opinion, all expected in a heated conversation about free speech...
Read moreLocal man raises money for leukemia patients
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — In 2007, Tyler Cordova went to the doctor with cold symptoms and was sent home. When...
Read moreDistrict considers increasing class sizes
SMMUSD HDQTRS — As school district officials continue to address a budget deficit caused by state funding cuts, one area...
Read moreMiddle schoolers busted with pot
CALIFORNIA AVENUE — Administrators at Lincoln Middle School have suspended five students following a series of incidents that have involved...
Read moreSMC a natural fit for new VP
SMC — Acclimating to a new job nearly 350 miles south from the old is proving to be a less...
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New look for an old school
SAMOHI — When today’s fifth graders begin their high school careers, they will be the first class of students to...
Read moreHigh school’s house system has changed perceptions
SMMUSD HDQTRS — A line of parents slowly began forming behind the podium, some rehearsing a prepared statement in their...
Read moreDistrict officials consider furloughs
SMMUSD HDQTRS — The growing trend of furloughing employees could be in the school district’s future. Facing the possibility of...
Read moreParents rally to preserve house system
SMMUSD HDQTRS — A highly-anticipated budget workshop this week is expected to be packed with emotion after parents at Santa...
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