Gunn entered the final phase of the Village construction project during spring break, beginning with the removal of portables for a new student plaza and an enhanced bike lane.  According to PAUSD Facilities and Construction Director Eric Holm, the new plaza, featuring benches and shade structures,...

As the California primary election approaches on June 2, polling projections have undergone various shifts in light of recent disclosures of candidate behavior. Campaigns reflect political nationalization and have incentivized youth civic engagement. Following the withdrawal of former leading candidate...

During a Feb. 10 PAUSD board meeting, the Palo Alto Board of Education unanimously opposed a plan to cut non-teacher staff positions in the 2026-27 term. The original plan was proposed by district staff as part of a “zero-based budget” strategy, aimed at addressing rising operational costs such as...

The PAUSD Board of Education addressed a variety of concerns, including the recent student suicide, police presence in the board room, a new board policy on potential U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement involvement and a reduced parcel tax during the Feb. 10 board meeting. Board members and student...

The Oracle: What is Intro to Proofs, and how far into planning it are you? Daniel Hahn: Intro to Proofs is a senior-level math elective. Three quarters of the class are going to cover the ideas of proof and developing arguments and logic. And then the last quarter will be some calculus review and...

The PAUSD Board of Education officially reached an agreement with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Don Austin to terminate his contract during a special closed session board meeting on Feb. 20. Austin will retain advisory ‘Superintendent Emeritus’ status till the end of his term on June 30.  Deputy...

After years of limited access to in- county psychiatric care for youth, Santa Clara County is preparing to open the new Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Facility. The facility, part of the Behavioral Health Services Center, is set to open in spring 2026 on the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center campus...

As students settle in for a new semester, state lawmakers have implemented new legislation. In response to statewide and local issues on student safety, these bills focus on education and heightened national political tensions. The enforcement of these laws means major changes to student life. According...

Palo Alto’s new Teen Center on Bryant Street is set to open on Feb. 11, offering a safe space for teens to hang out, study and relax. The center plans to partner with local businesses and nonprofits to host workshops for teens to learn life skills. The building will also serve as the headquarters for...