Daycare teacher charged, accused of dosing cups with pills
A pre-school teacher from Hollister was charged Thursday on suspicion of 10 misdemeanors after a fellow teacher reported that she had dosed toddlers’ sippy cups with sleeping pills, authorities alleged.
Sacred Heart rewards students for innovation
The following were award winners at last week's 2013 Sacred Heart Invention Convention:
Sharing the farm way with students
More than 900 third-grade students from around the county attended the annual San Benito County Farm Day at Bolado Park, from 8 a.m. to noon on Tuesday. The event is sponsored each year by the San Benito County Ag in the Classroom program through the Farm Bureau with help from more than 150 volunteers and presenters.
Buzz: Wonder Woofs approved for Rancho San Justo
Sean and Janelle Hagett will soon be touring Rancho San Justo Middle School with their golden retrievers Ranger and Sparks in tow as part of the Wonder Woofs program.
Teachers awarded checks to spend in the classroom
The San Benito County Retired Teachers' Association provided six grants to local teachers on Dec. 13 of $50 to spend in their classrooms. The grants were given by Local Division 26.
Gavilan trail closed to the public
Students and community members have hiked the pastoral hills behind Gavilan College for more than 25 years - until recently, when private property owners put the kibosh on public trail access.
Gavilan to appoint interim president; Kinsella out on medical leave
The Gavilan College Board of Trustees on Tuesday will consider appointing a short-term replacement for President Steve Kinsella, who will be taking about a one-month medical leave starting at the end of this month, according to Gavilan staff.
SBHS production ‘Sound of Music’ opens next week
San Benito High School's auditorium was overrun mid-week with students trying on their nun costumes for the upcoming performance of “Sound of Music,” opening Wednesday.
Retired teachers support younger generations
The San Benito County Retired Teachers’ Association provided six grants to local teachers on Dec. 13 of $50 to spend in their classrooms. The grants were given by Local Division 26.
Academy creates five years of art
Student artwork from the last five years of classes at San Benito Street Art Academy will be on display at Mars Hill Coffee House through the end of February as the local art school celebrates its fifth anniversary.
