VFW hosts Patriot’s Pen contest for middle school students
The Hollister Veterans of Foreign Wars is hosting its annual essay contest for middle school students, and the entry deadline is Nov. 1.
Graduates move forward
San Benito High School teachers, faculty and parents ushered more than 700 graduates of the Class of 2022 into adulthood at the school’s June 3 commencement ceremony.
The festivities took place on the San Benito High campus multi-purpose field in Hollister.
For his commencement address, San...
LULAC, parents levy claims against Gabilan Hills principal
The League of United Latin American Citizens chapter in San Benito County is questioning the hiring process for the new principal at Gabilan Hills Elementary School following complaints from parents about his behavior. The superintendent expressed support for the hire he made, but vowed to examine the allegations.
K-12 schools will see $4.8B in cuts if tax fails
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California Gov. Jerry Brown unveiled his new budget plan, calling for a painful $4.8 billion cut in public school funds if voters reject a proposed tax hike that he hopes to put on the ballot in November.
Student creates sensory path at local school for Eagle Scout project
Ever since Hollister High School senior Jake Varnes finished his time as a student at Cerra Vista Elementary School, he wanted to find some way to give back to the school. He found a path toward doing just that with his Eagle Scout project.
Varnes...
HHS, Gavilan partner for dual enrollment program
San Benito High School District and Gavilan College have entered into a three-year partnership agreement that allows Hollister High School students to complete college credits at no cost while enrolled in high school, says a press release from San Benito High School District.
The College...
