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As PUSD considers new four-year instructional tech plan, some parents want tech dialed back
2+ hour, 47+ min ago (462+ words) Piedmont students pick up their Chromebooks during walkthrough registration in August 2025 The Board of Education grappled with the district's far-ranging draft instructional technology plan for 20262030 after a presentation by Director of Instructional Technology Stefanie Griffin at its March 4 meeting. The…...
Teen volunteer opportunities with PRD’s Sidekicks program
1+ week, 12+ hour ago (407+ words) The Piedmont Recreation Department is looking for teens who have a passion for working with children to make a difference as a summer volunteer with PRD's Sidekicks program. The Sidekicks program offers adaptive classes, workshops, and summer camps specifically designed…...
‘It’s so hard to get off your phone’: Students confront negative effects of social media use
1+ week, 22+ hour ago (840+ words) A group of students engage with their electronic devices during a meal break at San Ramon Valley High School, choosing social media over personal conversations. (Mya Eifler/CCSpin) TEENAGERS ARE USING SOCIAL MEDIA so much that school districts across Contra…...
Scherman Summer Camp makes room for unstructured fun for Piedmont youth
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (250+ words) Kids ride scooters through Piedmont Park in 2020 Many parents today work hard to give their children every opportunity to succeed. Between school, homework, sports, and other activities, kids" schedules can fill up quickly. While structure is important, so is making…...