In response to recent incidents involving online predators targeting local teenagers, the William S. Hart Union High School District is organizing a special session on online safety for parents, presented by Homeland Security Investigations. The event will feature a presentation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) aimed at educating families on digital dangers and providing resources to protect children from online ...

The SCV business community gathered Thursday morning for the Mayor’s Committee Breakfast Presentation, which highlighted the power of workplace diversity and the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. In honor of National Development Disability Awareness Month, attendees enjoyed coffee and refreshments provided by Grizzlies Cafecito, a student-run program at Golden Valley High School that helps young adults with disabilities gain ...

College of the Canyons is mourning the loss of a longtime math professor who recently passed away, school officials announced. Charlie Johnson, 52, a math professor at the college passed away Friday, March 21, COC officials announced. “Charlie was well-respected as an instructor who ignited his students’ curiosity while maintaining high standards and encouraging teamwork,” COC officials said. “This theme ...

Ten Santa Clarita Valley schools have been selected out of 336 elementary schools across the state for the prestigious 2025 California Distinguished Schools Program, announced State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond. The California Distinguished Schools Program is a school recognition program that recognizes two categories of exceptional schools: those Closing the Achievement Gap and those demonstrating Exceptional Student Performance. ...

The College of the Canyons Department for Early Childhood Education (ECE) will host ‘Play Day’ as part of the nationally celebrated Week of the Young Child, which is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). On Saturday April 5, held in partnership with the International Play Association (IPA), the College of the Canyons Children’s Play ...

The William S. Hart Union High School District Board convened on Wednesday to celebrate Canyon High School’s CIF championship victory, tackle a heated debate on service animals in schools, and discussed financial audits. Board President Cherise Moore began the meeting by recognizing the Canyon High School boys’ basketball team for their outstanding achievement in winning the CIF Southern Section Division ...

The William S. Hart Union High School District Governing Board unanimously approved the appointment of Gretchen Bergstrom as the new Director of Fiscal Services. “We are delighted to welcome Gretchen Bergstrom to our team,” said Michael Vierra, Hart District Superintendent. “Her extensive experience and proven leadership in fiscal management will be invaluable as we continue to ensure responsible stewardship of ...

Mojean Aria, an emerging Australian actor, talked all things film with College of the Canyons students enrolled in the Media Entertainment Arts program during an open master class on Tuesday, March 18. His on-campus visit included a public screening, Q&A session, as well as an acting and directing exercise with students. “Mojean’s visit is tremendously meaningful to our filmmaking community,” ...

It is not too late to enroll in the Spring 2025 semester at College of the Canyons. In fact, more than 500 short-term classes are available in a wide range of core subjects that satisfy four-year university transfer requirements. Short-term offerings will be available throughout March and April at the Valencia and Canyon Country campuses and will also include online ...

Even though the College of the Canyons Bachelor of Science in Building Performance (BSBP) program launched in January 2025, it is already making waves in the design world. A team representing the COC’s BSBP program was recently honored with the California Building Energy Modeling (CalBEM) Foundational Step Forward award. “It is so exciting to be recognized for the work the ...