Shackelford Elementary School

At Modesto High School, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme is more than just a rigorous academic path; it’s a transformative experience shaping students into confident...

Modesto High School has earned national recognition as one of just 45 schools across the country honored by the AVID Center as an exemplary AVID school. The award marks a mileston...

Modesto City Schools is proud to introduce the 2025-26 student representatives to the Board of Education: Sabrina Toor, an incoming senior at Modesto High School, and Julian...

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 and reverence on A...

At Modesto City Schools, we believe that strong schools start with strong partnerships, and our parents and guardians are the heart of it all. That’s why our Parent Engagement and ...

From a Life of Juggling to a Role of Leading—Modesto’s New Superintendent Inspires Through Lived Experience Before she was named the Superintendent of Modesto City Schools, Dr....

Modesto City Schools is proud to unveil its 2025–2026 Sustainability Plan — the first step in a three-year comprehensive strategy to create a greener, healthier future for our stud...

TOPIC OF HEARING: LOCAL PLAN, ANNUAL BUDGET PLAN, AND ANNUAL SERVICE PLAN FOR 2025- 2026 Copies of these Plans are available for inspection at: Modesto City Schools SELPA Off...

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: LCFF and LCAP The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) is designed to close the achievement gap by providing additional funds to support improved studen...

The Modesto City Schools (MCS) Board of Education is pleased to announce that it has officially appointed Dr. Vanessa Buitrago as the district’s next Superintendent. She will begi...

As campuses across California observed Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5–9) and look ahead to California Day of the Teacher on May 14, communities are taking a moment to honor the e...

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...

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...

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 ...

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, ...

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

Please jion us Friday, February 14th for our 2nd Cup Of Coffee meeting. We hope to see you there! ☕