Modesto City Schools

Modesto, CA - The Modesto City Schools (MCS) Board of Education is pleased to announce that it has named a finalist, Dr. Vanessa Buitrago, for the position of Superintendent. Buit...

Modesto City Schools families may be eligible for SUN Bucks. This new California program provides up to $120 per eligible child to help cover the cost of groceries during the su...

Modesto City Schools would like to announce a series of new curriculum adoptions for the 2025–2026 school year. These adoptions follow a thorough review and recommendation process...

April is National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month, a time to recognize the achievements and needs of students who speak multiple languages — including American Sign L...

April 15 may be a day most people dread, but not at Thomas Downey High School! Thanks to an incredible group of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students, Tax Day has beco...

Inside the bustling Reprographics facility at Modesto City Schools, the machines don’t just hum, they sing. This is where creativity meets precision and where ink meets imagination...

We’re proud to announce that Sonoma Elementary School has been named a 2025 California Distinguished School, one of only three schools in Stanislaus County to earn this prestigiou...

Modesto City Schools is moving forward on several major construction projects designed to enhance student learning spaces, support college and career pathways, and invest in long-...

Beneath the soft glow of stage lights and a backdrop of gold and white flowers, the Thomas Downey High School auditorium transformed into a place of celebration on April 2. Two tow...

Modesto City Schools showed up strong at this year’s '10K With a Cop,' an annual community run held in Downtown Modesto to strengthen connections between students and local law en...

For students facing adversity, success isn’t just about perseverance—it’s about the people who stand beside them. With the encouragement of dedicated school staff, these students ...

A child’s art class is about much more than the colorful creations on the family fridge. It’s a space for self-expression, creativity, and exploration where students gain confidenc...

Did you know that 77-percent of K-12 teachers nationwide are women? According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the teaching profession remains one of the few...

Tucked inside a portion of the former reprographics building, a quiet revolution is underway. Amid the clink of tools and the hum of assembly, two Modesto City Schools graduates, ...

Student board members play a vital role in bringing the student perspective into district leadership, ensuring that student voices are heard in decisions that shape their educatio...

"At the very last 4 seconds, I rule in favor of the Defense," announced the Honorable Judge Ruben Villalobos during the final round of the 2024-2025 Stanislaus County Office of Edu...

In today’s world, where digital influencers shape trends and define what’s “cool,” Thomas Downey High School senior, Angel Lopez, is designing his own unique style and identity. A ...

When Officer Sean Dodge of the Modesto Police Department laces up his running shoes, it’s not just for fitness. It’s for the future. Dodge, known simply as “Officer Sean” to stud...

Classified employees play a vital role in supporting educators, maintaining a positive school environment, and providing services that directly impact students, families, and the ...

In a celebration of educational excellence, three outstanding school leaders have been recognized by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 7 and will a...