A Madera teen was at school when he was surprised with a gift from leaders at Valley State Prison (VSP). After the teen’s bike had been stolen, a representative with Madera Unified School District reached out to the institution for assistance.

For many high school students, balancing academics, work, and family can be tough. But for Rebeca Torres, a senior at Furman High School in Madera, it’s been a journey of perseverance.

Visually impaired since birth, Gia Ward has never let limited sight define her vision for life. She’s a standout student, musician, and role model, showing that challenges don’t have to be obstacles.

With 3rd world title, Madera Unified team creates robotics competition dynasty

From Yemen to Madera, a local high school senior is proving that language barriers can’t stop determination. As graduation approaches, the student is inspiring not only her peers but also educators across the district. https://t.co/DXz2NmoN8x

One of my absolute favorite things to do is celebrate our new #PromisingPractices schools in person! And boy oh boy did the legendary Sierra Vista Elementary show up!!! With a DJ and school rally! 🎶🪇 WOW! @MUnified @JRodgersEDUHSD #atPLC #Learning #Education #Celebrate

Wow!! This newest and coolest Model PLC sure knows how to celebrate! Congratulations to ✨Nishimoto Elementary School✨ on their incredible progress toward ensuring learning for ALL!!! 👏 @MUnified #atPLC #ModelPLC #Education #Inspirational

It’s Team Tuesday! Today, MadTown Robotics Team 1323 joined us to talk about their recent world championship win.

MadTown Robotics Team 1323 claimed the title at the 2025 international competition in Houston, Texas. https://t.co/JlGOHMM891

For the past 25 years, through gang prevention efforts, the director of safety and security for Madera Unified School District says there has been a significant decrease in the number of school-age gang members in the county. https://t.co/IElGoVjyxH

Congratulations to Torres High Girls Varsity Basketball CMAC2 All-League Selections! 🎉🏀 J’Lynn Mitchell - 1st Team (2026) Nevaeh Chavez - 1St Team (2026) Jillian Villalobos - 2nd Team (2028) Kaylin Perez - 2nd Team (2026) Ari Garcia - 2nd Team (2026) @teambitter1 @MUnified

For the past two days in Madera County, Torres High School students simulated what it would be like if two students were killed in a drunk-driving collision.

A teacher in the North Valley has been named the Elementary Educator of the Year in the State of California. https://t.co/tDj40FjUq1

If you have a passion to help students, Madera Unified School District is looking to fill 40 to 50 teaching positions. https://t.co/d3e5P7A19c

Coyotes opened the season with a Victory over the Redwood Rangers today. The Coyotes beat Redwood 4-2 in 7 innings. Viviana Nombrano got her first win of the 2025 Coyote Softball Season. Viviana and her catcher, Emily Erwin, were in sync and kept the Rangers off balance.

Madera Unified says the kids at Lincoln Elementary collected close to 1,000 rolls for the Rescue Mission of Madera. https://t.co/uOhX01bust

Los estudiantes pueden usar su teléfono solamente cuando deban comunicarse con sus padres o tutores.

Madera Unified School District's phone-free policy officially went into effect at all middle schools. https://t.co/wrAdbF5VRv

The district launched a phone-free policy Tuesday requiring students to store their phones in a locked pouch for the entire school day. https://t.co/xkGs1ZXwdV

Starting Tuesday, the Madera Unified School District (MUSD) will implement a new phone-free policy across all its middle schools. MORE: https://t.co/KrgiwCPHoj (Photo Courtesy: WPEC)