Modesto City Schools

"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...

The auditorium hummed with anticipation, and the air thickened with expectation as the audience settled into silence. Eyes were fixed on the stage, where the energy was almost ele...

Modesto City Schools continues to step forward in addressing educational disparities with the African American Success Plan, a comprehensive initiative that began in 2005, aimed a...

Thomas Downey High School senior Stephen Van Dusen has added “composer” to his growing list of accomplishments with the debut of his original work, Ballade No. 1 in D# Minor, Op. ...

Modesto City Schools (MCS) observes February as National Black History Month, with this year’s official theme, “Black Americans and Labor.” As MCS honors Black history, Superinte...

When Eric Ornelas, a Career Technical Education teacher at Grace Davis High School, returned to his classroom last week, he didn’t just bring lesson plans — he brought firsthand e...

Are you ready to explore the unique educational opportunities at Modesto High School? The School's International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advancement Via Individual Determinatio...

As devastating wildfires ravaged Southern California, Modesto High School junior Ryan Nazari felt compelled to act. Watching the heartbreaking news coverage, a sense of helplessne...

Your voice matters! Join us in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) process, where your insights will help shape the future of our schools. The LCAP is a three-year...

Students and staff returned on January 13 to reimagined spaces, including library upgrades at Beyer, Enochs, Davis, Johansen, and Downey. Modesto High School's library received up...

When passion, talent, and a genuine love for students come together, the result is Alexis True, a music teacher at Downey High School, who continues to strike all the right chords...

As 2024 draws to a close, Modesto City Schools is making remarkable progress on various construction and facilities projects across the district. These initiatives aim to enrich l...

MCS Sustainability Plan: Building a Greener Future Imagine a future where Modesto City Schools leads the way in creating cleaner, greener, and brighter environments for our stu...

Modesto City Schools is setting an example for sustainability and student engagement through its innovative programs and partnerships. One of those is the Climate Action Pathways ...

Modesto City Schools is excited to announce the upcoming TK-Kinder enrollment campaign for the 2025-2026 school year. With Transitional Kindergarten (TK) expanding to serve more 4...

It’s that time of year again! Modesto City Schools’ elementary students are abuzz with excitement as they recently competed in the annual MCS Spelling Bee, held this year at Fairv...