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On the first day of school, Superintendent Dr. Vanessa Buitrago—known as Dr. B —returned to the campuses that shaped her own educational journey: Beard Elementary, Roosevelt Juni...

Transitional Kinder and Kindergarten Families Join us Monday August 11, 2025 at 9 am for an orientation, campus tour and meet and greet with our admin team. Check- in at t...

Dear Parents and Guardians: Our staff is busy preparing for an exciting school year and look forward to seeing everyone in August. School starts Tuesday, August 12, at 8:15 AM. ...

Dear Modesto City Schools families and staff, As we prepare to begin the 2025–2026 school year, I want to acknowledge that while this is an exciting time for many, some families...

Modesto City Schools is introducing a new and improved bus tracking app for the 2025-2026 school year. Stopfinder will replace the MyView app and will be used by all families ...

Greetings, MCS Community, With excitement for our district’s bright future, I begin serving as your Superintendent. I am energized by the prospect of building upon what our scho...

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...

Parents and Legal Guardians, As we prepare to transition from this school year to the next, my priority is to make this process as smooth and thoughtful as possible for our ...

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...