Growing up as a Jewish-American, African-Brazilian woman, Lukaza Branfman-Verissimo became interested in mixed identity and the relationship between individuals and society.
She delved into those concepts as a student at
When Jessica Rishe gives tours of Santa Monica Alternative School House to prospective parents, she regularly explains that students don’t receive grades. There are narrative report cards, family conferences
The local Board of Education will consider approving the list of three people chosen by Superintendent Sandra Lyon to represent the Santa Monica-Malibu school district in talks with Malibu advocates
For years, Janie Gates heard from friends about their work as evaluators of international schools. They would tell her about their travels, their visits to different campuses and their in-depth
Those who knew Carter Reilly Irwin recalled his artistic talents, his friendly personality and his strong ties to his neighborhood.
But this past week, the people who had spent time
Of every three kindergarten students at PS1 Pluralistic School last year, one was not fully vaccinated due to their parents' personal beliefs, according to state data.
But at the
After failing to secure $100,000 through a regional grant program, leaders hoping to improve wellness in Santa Monica are looking for other ways to fund a holistic health center
Sanctions have been imposed on Malibu activists in their lawsuit over the Santa Monica-Malibu school district’s handling of chemical testing and cleanup at Malibu schools.
The penalties, handed down
Although the school year isn't new, the Santa Monica-Malibu Board of Education is taking the start of 2016 as an opportunity to reflect, review and revise.
During a
Amid ongoing concerns stemming from the discovery of chemicals at Malibu schools, the Santa Monica-Malibu school district is working to adjust its approach to hazardous materials and environmental safety.
The
Can Santa Monica-Malibu schools function without using any pesticides?
The district's policy on pest control now includes that stated goal, a lofty aspiration in the aftermath of a
With the inaugural application phase open for less than two more weeks, officials at Santa Monica College are busy putting the finishing touches on the school's first-ever bachelor&