PSUSD academy preps parents for success
The 11-week program met once a week, helping parents learn more about the technology their students are using and how to access district resources for things like mental health and language learning.
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More local leaders step forward hoping to fill open College of the Desert trustee seat
In emails Monday morning, both Al Jones and David Powell said they intend to apply for the vacancy created after Area 3 trustee Fred Jandt stepped down due to health reasons.
COD officials vote to appoint replacement for outgoing trustee; former city mayor first to indicate interest
Ron Oden, who served as Palm Springs mayor from 2003 until 2007, said he would like the seat that was vacated by Fred Jandt, who resigned last month due to health concerns.
Dual immersion program aimed at helping youngest learners become bilingual; information sessions planned
Palm Springs Unified School District students in Transitional Kindergarten through fifth grade are eligible for the program, which places children in classes with native Spanish and English speakers.
Input sought on latest College of the Desert Palm Springs campus designsÂ
COD officials announced a series of public meetings designed to expedite schematic design plans for the college's planned campus in the city, which has been in the works for decades.
‘Oh My God, You Guys’: Musicals are back at Palm Springs High School after a lengthy hiatus
When the curtain rises on 'Legally Blonde' Friday evening at the Richards Center for the Arts, it will mark the first time in five years a musical has been performed at the local high school.
COD trustees go back to drawing board for planned Palm Springs campus
New designs are expected to take months and may still leave half the 27-acre site undeveloped. When and if a second phase will be developed on the remainder of the land remains unclear.
In Palm Springs schools, mid-century modernism comes to life with model home program
A curriculum taught by volunteers from PS ModCom educates local students about mid-century architecture and design. Some of their finished products will be on display this weekend.
School district doubles opportunity for students to explore landmark learning institutions, cultural sites
This year, an additional two dozen students will be headed to Hispanic-Serving Institutions, thanks to the work of the district and the Latino Parent Advisory Council.
Latest Palm Springs COD campus plans unveiled, to be reviewed at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting
The plans show one main building for student services and classrooms, while roughly half of the 29 acres of land in the center of the city will remain undeveloped.
Palm Springs’ Ervin seated on PSUSD Board of Education
After being sworn in, Charlie Ervin took time to thank his family and the Desert Highland Gateway Estates community. He vowed to make both proud during his four-year tenure.
Weekend conference aims to address divisiveness, assure students feel supported by community, educators
PSUSD held a similar conference in the past, but it was a smaller scale and all virtual. This year the conference is a full day, packed with panels led by city officials, local leaders, and national experts.
More local leaders step forward hoping to fill open College of the Desert trustee seat
In emails Monday morning, both Al Jones and David Powell said they intend to apply for the vacancy created after Area 3 trustee Fred Jandt stepped down due to health reasons.
COD officials vote to appoint replacement for outgoing trustee; former city mayor first to indicate interest
Ron Oden, who served as Palm Springs mayor from 2003 until 2007, said he would like the seat that was vacated by Fred Jandt, who resigned last month due to health concerns.
Dual immersion program aimed at helping youngest learners become bilingual; information sessions planned
Palm Springs Unified School District students in Transitional Kindergarten through fifth grade are eligible for the program, which places children in classes with native Spanish and English speakers.
Input sought on latest College of the Desert Palm Springs campus designsÂ
COD officials announced a series of public meetings designed to expedite schematic design plans for the college's planned campus in the city, which has been in the works for decades.
‘Oh My God, You Guys’: Musicals are back at Palm Springs High School after a lengthy hiatus
When the curtain rises on 'Legally Blonde' Friday evening at the Richards Center for the Arts, it will mark the first time in five years a musical has been performed at the local high school.
COD trustees go back to drawing board for planned Palm Springs campus
New designs are expected to take months and may still leave half the 27-acre site undeveloped. When and if a second phase will be developed on the remainder of the land remains unclear.
In Palm Springs schools, mid-century modernism comes to life with model home program
A curriculum taught by volunteers from PS ModCom educates local students about mid-century architecture and design. Some of their finished products will be on display this weekend.
School district doubles opportunity for students to explore landmark learning institutions, cultural sites
This year, an additional two dozen students will be headed to Hispanic-Serving Institutions, thanks to the work of the district and the Latino Parent Advisory Council.
Latest Palm Springs COD campus plans unveiled, to be reviewed at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting
The plans show one main building for student services and classrooms, while roughly half of the 29 acres of land in the center of the city will remain undeveloped.
Palm Springs’ Ervin seated on PSUSD Board of Education
After being sworn in, Charlie Ervin took time to thank his family and the Desert Highland Gateway Estates community. He vowed to make both proud during his four-year tenure.
Weekend conference aims to address divisiveness, assure students feel supported by community, educators
PSUSD held a similar conference in the past, but it was a smaller scale and all virtual. This year the conference is a full day, packed with panels led by city officials, local leaders, and national experts.