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Families in Schools
California's Reading Dilemma
April 22, 2024

Sharp divisions over how California's aspiring teachers will be taught to teach reading

Critics condemn the accreditation of a teacher preparation program they say ignores important new standards for teaching reading.

John Fensterwald
Literacy
March 8, 2024

English learner advocates in California oppose 'science of reading' bill

Two prominent organizations say the proposal would dismantle progress made to improve reading instruction for those students.

Zaidee Stavely
Podcast
February 22, 2024

Should California mandate that all schools adopt the science of reading?

As a child, Blanca Rubio was given coloring sheets instead of books because she didn't speak English. Now she's spearheading an effort to require science of reading in schools.

Zaidee Stavely
Literacy
February 7, 2024

Setting aside local control, legislation would mandate how to teach reading in California

Bill author Blanca Rubio and advocates argue research justifies setting requirements on choosing textbooks and training teachers on reading instruction.

John Fensterwald
Student Well-Being
April 17, 2020

Bay Area educators help families in school districts hurt by coronavirus shutdowns

Educators and community members in Oakland Unified and West Contra Costa Unified have established several fundraisers and other campaigns.

Theresa Harrington
Technology
February 5, 2020

California parents sharpen their computer science skills alongside students

Family coding events have spurred some districts to increase computer science offerings during the school day.

Sydney Johnson
Policy & Finance
September 5, 2016

State board poised to take new direction in school accountability

Schools and districts will be measured based on parent involvement, college and career readiness and, of course, test scores.

John Fensterwald