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Pleasanton Unified School District starts Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. Here is a fuller back-to-school guide for Pleasanton families on routines, bullying, cyberbullying, AI use and honesty.
Pleasanton's public schools begin the 2026-27 year around August 13, 2026. Here are the first-day and key calendar dates for the districts that serve the city.
Joshua Dai and Jio Lee from Pleasanton were awarded National Merit Scholarships sponsored by Harvey Mudd College, joining eight other local students who received awards in May.
Despite high spending, California's housing costs prevent most educators from residing near their workplaces, a problem less severe in states like Texas and Massachusetts.
The final California budget eliminated funding for the Compass digital library platform, raising concerns about student privacy and educational equity.
