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Kenilworth Junior High School office manager Annie Nagel is relieved she will keep her position when she returns from an extended medical leave after her job (and medical insurance) was on the line. For the last four and a half months, Nagel, 35, has been navigating the paperwork and terms
September 23, 2026
'Not just chickens and cows,' says Principal Katie Kidder
September 16, 2026
The Waugh School District board in early August boosted pay for several administrators by almost 10%, saying it was compensation for filling the role of a principal who departed unexpectedly. But the move drew criticism from some staff who received a much smaller increase than they were asking for in
August 26, 2026
Casa Grande High School flag football coach and custodian suffers double stroke during practice
August 12, 2026
Cinnabar Elementary School welcomed students back on the first day of the new school year. Also new at Cinnabar is Principal Amelia Circo. The native Petaluman who played softball at Casa Grande High School brings 30 years of experience in education with her. "I'm so excited. This
August 12, 2026
A new school year begins for most Petaluma students today. The first day of school means new grades, new teachers, and new supplies. For some families, school supplies can put a big dent in their budget. But several local organizations are here to help ease that burden. Petaluma People Services
August 12, 2026
Highland, 58, has led the nonprofit organization for more than 12 years. Its grants and scholarships help support some 12,000 students in all of the public, private, and charter schools in Petaluma.
August 12, 2026
As Davina Goldwasser gets situated as the newest superintendent of Petaluma City Schools, she leads the district at a critical point. Over the last year, it has experienced millions of dollars in budget cuts, with more likely to come. The district is also facing significant turnover among its administrative ranks
July 29, 2026
Maxfield Bala, 32, has been painting murals since he was a teenager at Petaluma High School. The artist returned to his alma mater to create a mural dedicated to a program he studied there, auto and metal shop.
July 15, 2026