This May, juniors at Los Altos High School will take a redesigned version of the AP United States history (USHAP) exam, one that serves to emphasize analytical and critical reasoning skills. The change to the test is part of a growing national effort to align schools to the Common Core standards.

Last year in May, principal Wynne Satterwhite approved a pilot reading class led by librarian Gordon Jack and teacher aid Ann Battle. The pilot reading class began this year and takes place during first period in a room next to the College and Career Center called the Reading Zone.

The MVLA School Board election will take place on Tuesday, November 4. Working with community and faculty input, the school board sets policies regarding educational programs, school facilities and learning conditions, in addition to managing the district’s budget. Of the seven candidates, The Talon endorses Dana Bunnett, Joe Mitchner and Fiona Walter for the three open seats.