January 27, 2018, Orinda families, Local community members, and Mats baseball players donated over 285 items and over $3000 to a program known as Grateful Gatherings. This program is dedicated to helping families, typically with two to three kids, in their transition out of homelessness or violent domestic...

On March 31, Miramonte students loaded onto buses to embark on a 9 hour drive from the scenic Orinda hills down to Tijuana, Mexico. The trip was  organized by Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church, through Amor, a nonprofit organization that builds homes with a goal of keeping families together, averting...

Spring break for Orindians has always been a time to hit the hottest, most relaxing attractions around the world. Students visit some of the most amazing national and international spots including Hawaii, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. As amazing as these places can be, many other students stayed in...

No one expects to be the victim of a disaster. However, when one occurs, it comes to a few, well-trained people to step in and save those worst affected. Some of these people aren’t just firefighters and police officers, they’re everyday citizens who dedicate their time and expertise to help their...

The New Year started off rumbling with a 4.4 earthquake on Thursday, January 4, at 2:40 a.m.  Centered in Berkeley near the Claremont Hotel, the quake shook people awake as far away as Monterey and San Jose, covering a span of over 150 miles.  No damage or injuries have been reported. Earthquakes of...

Wednesday, November 1, Miramonte’s fall play The Secret in the Wings by Mary Zimmerman premiered in the Miramonte theatre. The play was executed beautifully, with stunning costumes, captivating background sets, and incredible acting from Miramonte drama students.  On Wednesday, the Miramonte auditorium...