District battles teacher attrition
It promises to be a busy recruiting season for Gilroy Unified School District, which will have to replace at least 40 teachers who recently gave their resignation notices for June 2018.
High teacher turnover has become common for Gilroy schools. The district hired 80 new...
School board roundup: Addition of grounds workers, Measure P update
With all the recent growth within the Gilroy Unified School District over the last few years, the board of trustees took action at their last meeting to add more custodial and maintenance staff in a move to ensure new facilities are properly cared for.
Gavilan College earns six-year accreditation renewal
The creation of a student achievement tracking system, a commitment to student support and establishing a collegial, inclusive college culture were among the praises given to Gavilan College during its recent accreditation renewal process.
Gilroy students won’t be allowed out for eclipse
Without proper safety equipment for its entire student body, the Gilroy Unified School District will provide a live stream from NASA of the once-in-a-century solar eclipse Monday, while keeping students safely protected in their classrooms.
Teens talk change at TEDx Youth event
In keeping with the national news narrative that high school students can affect huge change, a team of local students took it upon themselves to show that South Valley teens are no different. On Saturday morning at the Gilroy High School Theater, six local...
School board to discuss parcel tax, transportation
The Gilroy Unified School District has a jam-packed lineup slated for its Board of Education meeting Thursday.
