Riverside County Sheriff's Dept. To Continue Providing Courses At College Of The Desert

The state-approved courses are taught as part of the college's Public Safety Academy program.

28 Students From CSUSB Palm Desert, San Bernardino Campuses Achieve High Honor

The inaugural class of 2026 Gerald R. Ford Presidential Fellows from the CSUSB Palm Desert and San Bernardino campuses were recently pinned.

Back To School: 2026-27 Desert Sands Unified School District Calendar

Get ready for that first day of school in August, as parents are mere weeks away from navigating school crosswalks to senior parking lots!

A Parent’s Guide To After-School Activities In Palm Desert

From a brand partner: Explore local sports, arts, library programs, school-based care and enrichment opportunities for kids.

Thousands Expected For College Of The Desert Graduation Ceremony On May 18

Acrisure Arena is hosting the commencement. The venue opens at 4 p.m.; the ceremony begins at 6 p.m.

11 Desert Sands USD 2026 Grads Get High Honors In Riverside County

They were recognized for their extraordinary accomplishments during their 13 years as students in Riverside County’s public schools.

Grant Expands Food Access For Students At CSUSB Palm Desert Campus

The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation grant will help fund the campus's DEN Food Pantry and add a grab-and-go food refrigerator.

Palm Desert Student Competing In Riverside County Spelling Bee

The student is among 29 from Riverside County public, charter, and private schools competing in the 48th annual county contest.

Shadow Hills High School Honored By State Education Officials

The Indio campus was selected as 2026 California Exemplary Dual Enrollment Award recipient.

This Palm Springs Charter School Is Blue Zones Project-Approved

In partnership with Blue Zones Project Palm Springs, school officials will create and expand wellness initiatives focused on student health.

$20K College Grants Awarded To Class Of 2026 Seniors At BNP Paribas Open

These 10 Coachella Valley students were awarded scholarships at the BNP Paribas Open Friday for outstanding academics and tennis commitment.

Desert Sands USD Campus Named To 'California Distinguished Schools Program'

The program remains one of the state’s most important ways to celebrate exceptional schools, districts, teachers, and classified employees.

Public Art Sculpture Survey Underway In Palm Desert: Which One Would You Choose?

Palm Desert residents are being asked to choose their favorite sculpture in a recent survey for San Pablo Avenue's ongoing enhancements.

Palm Desert Student Winners: Annual Academic World Quest Competition

See who won first place against eight other Coachella Valley high schools during the Feb. 12 event.

CA High School Seniors Urged To Apply For CalKIDS College, Career Training Scholarships

Students completing financial aid applications are encouraged to check for available CalKIDS scholarships before the March 2 deadline.

Palm Desert Student Nominated For U.S. Service Academy By Rep. Calvert

Thirty-two students in Riverside County are up for a potential appointment to attend "prestigious" military academies.

Last Chance For SoCal Edison Scholarship Applications: Palm Desert Seniors With STEM Goals

The Edison International $1.5 million scholarship program selects students pursuing careers in science, tech and math. Here's how to apply.

Coachella Valley Courtroom To Host 44th Annual RivCo Mock Trial: 'Death Of A Celebrity Chef'

This year's fictional case will be tried in the opening rounds of competition across three Riverside County courtrooms.

College Of The Desert Board Approves 2026 Officer Roles

In addition to officer roles, the Board approved liaison and special appointments.

SoCal Edison Scholars Program Open For Palm Desert Area Seniors With STEM Goals

The Edison International $1.5 million scholarship program selects students pursuing careers in science, tech and math. Here's how to apply.

These Are Palm Springs USD's Top Elementary Schools, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

Take a look at the Riverside County public elementary schools making the grade, and where they rank in the state and district.

60+ Students Share $150K Scholarships To Cal State San Bernardino Palm Desert

The various scholarships were awarded to students in several disciplines for academic excellence, community involvement and personal growth.

Dust From The Salton Sea Is Harming Kids: UCI Research

The UCI research marks one of the first investigations to directly link the dust to measurable declines in children’s respiratory health.

Palm Springs Students Take Part In National Walk & Roll to School Day

Schools across Palm Springs and Riverside County joined the Walk & Roll to School Day event on Wednesday.

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Now Accepting Applications For Fall 2026 Term

The priority deadline for pre-nursing majors is Dec. 2. For all other majors, the deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2026.

Palm Desert University Unveils New Presidential Fellows Program

The campus just became the first state school to join the Gerald Ford program, which offers advanced leadership opportunities.

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Receives $100K Grant To Expand Nursing Program

The Houston Family Foundation awarded the funding to the campus' Nursing Street Medicine Program.

President Of CSUSB And Its Palm Desert Campus Announces Departure

Tomá​s Morales has served in higher education for a total of 51 years, which includes 13 years as president of CSUSB.

500 Backpacks Full Of School Supplies Donated By Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians

The drive-thru distribution takes place Aug. 12.

Cal State San Bernardino Now Accepting Spring 2026 Applications

First-time freshmen, as well as lower-division and upper-division transfer students, are encouraged to apply by the Sept. 15 deadline.

More Than 2,000 Backpacks Filled With School Supplies Being Distributed In Coachella Valley

The donations, valued at $64,500, were made by the Walter Clark Legal Group.

Desert Sands USD To Pay $1,377,000 Over Next 3 Years For School Resource Officers

The agreement was approved by the district and is pending final county sign-off. The contract is in effect through June 30, 2028.

Going Green At This Coachella Valley High School

The program will fund the planting of roughly 1,000 shade trees across Imperial and Coachella valleys.

New School Superintendent Appointed For This Desert District

He was selected from a pool of more than 30 candidates vying for the position.

$88K Cal State Grant Will Aid The Desert's Most Vulnerable Population

"This grant represents more than financial support -- it's a vote of confidence in our students, our faculty and our mission to serve."

Trump Revokes Indiginous Grant From RivCo University: Report

The campus was informed its grant was being revoked by DOGE because it did not align with the administration's educational goals.

Nearly 2,000 Graduate In College Of The Desert's Class Of 2025

The graduates represented 29 countries and earned a combined total of 2,183 degrees and certificates, according to campus officials.

2 Students Get Streets Named After Them In Cathedral City

Diego Jauregui of Mt. San Jacinto High School and Kimberly Rodriguez Nunez of Cathedral City High School were recognized.

Meet College Of The Desert's New Superintendent

The college leader was tapped after an extensive nationwide search.

$60K In 'Do The Right Thing' Scholarships Awarded To 47 RivCo Grads

A total of $60,000 in scholarships was awarded to 47 graduating seniors across three Coachella Valley schools.