
April 21, 2025
Modesto City Schools families may be eligible for SUN Bucks. This new California program provides up to $120 per eligible child to help cover the cost of groceries during the su...

April 7, 2025
Modesto City Schools would like to announce a series of new curriculum adoptions for the 2025–2026 school year. These adoptions follow a thorough review and recommendation process...

April 15, 2025
April is National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month, a time to recognize the achievements and needs of students who speak multiple languages — including American Sign L...

April 15, 2025
April 15 may be a day most people dread, but not at Thomas Downey High School! Thanks to an incredible group of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students, Tax Day has beco...

April 15, 2025
Inside the bustling Reprographics facility at Modesto City Schools, the machines don’t just hum, they sing. This is where creativity meets precision and where ink meets imagination...

April 15, 2025
We’re proud to announce that Sonoma Elementary School has been named a 2025 California Distinguished School, one of only three schools in Stanislaus County to earn this prestigiou...

April 15, 2025
Modesto City Schools is moving forward on several major construction projects designed to enhance student learning spaces, support college and career pathways, and invest in long-...

April 15, 2025
Beneath the soft glow of stage lights and a backdrop of gold and white flowers, the Thomas Downey High School auditorium transformed into a place of celebration on April 2. Two tow...

March 18, 2025
Modesto City Schools showed up strong at this year’s '10K With a Cop,' an annual community run held in Downtown Modesto to strengthen connections between students and local law en...

March 18, 2025
For students facing adversity, success isn’t just about perseverance—it’s about the people who stand beside them. With the encouragement of dedicated school staff, these students ...
March 18, 2025
A child’s art class is about much more than the colorful creations on the family fridge. It’s a space for self-expression, creativity, and exploration where students gain confidenc...

March 18, 2025
Did you know that 77-percent of K-12 teachers nationwide are women? According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the teaching profession remains one of the few...

March 17, 2025
Tucked inside a portion of the former reprographics building, a quiet revolution is underway. Amid the clink of tools and the hum of assembly, two Modesto City Schools graduates, ...

March 14, 2025
Student board members play a vital role in bringing the student perspective into district leadership, ensuring that student voices are heard in decisions that shape their educatio...

February 19, 2025
"At the very last 4 seconds, I rule in favor of the Defense," announced the Honorable Judge Ruben Villalobos during the final round of the 2024-2025 Stanislaus County Office of Edu...

February 19, 2025
In today’s world, where digital influencers shape trends and define what’s “cool,” Thomas Downey High School senior, Angel Lopez, is designing his own unique style and identity. A ...

February 19, 2025
When Officer Sean Dodge of the Modesto Police Department laces up his running shoes, it’s not just for fitness. It’s for the future. Dodge, known simply as “Officer Sean” to stud...

February 19, 2025
Classified employees play a vital role in supporting educators, maintaining a positive school environment, and providing services that directly impact students, families, and the ...

February 19, 2025
In a celebration of educational excellence, three outstanding school leaders have been recognized by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 7 and will a...

February 19, 2025
The auditorium hummed with anticipation, and the air thickened with expectation as the audience settled into silence. Eyes were fixed on the stage, where the energy was almost ele...