Fermin Leal
Fermin was EdSource’s career and college readiness reporter between 2015 and 2017.
All articles by Fermin Leal
Rising number of rejections raises fears that Long Beach is becoming 'elite' university
Some believe the trend is undermining the mission of a public university.
Fermin Leal
March 2, 2016
California students rank 5th in nation with higher AP test scores
Nearly a third scored high enough to potentially earn college credit.
Fermin Leal
February 24, 2016
Advocates point to severe shortage of early ed care in LA County
They urge the state to increase its investment in early childhood education programs.
Fermin Leal
January 31, 2016
$1.5 billion helping career pathways take off in California’s high schools
Students are getting hands-on training in a number of fields.
Fermin Leal
January 26, 2016
Civil rights groups state concerns in implementing new federal education law
Advocates lay out their recommendations for ensuring equity.
Fermin Leal
January 22, 2016
Cal State University applications reach record 831,073
It’s the sixth straight year the nation’s largest public university system has received a record number of applications.
Fermin Leal
December 21, 2015
Report: Linked learning programs lead to improved student outcomes
The programs integrate academics with real-world work experience.
Fermin Leal
December 17, 2015
More students are 'college ready' but crowded campuses make it harder to get into CSU
More than 215,000 high school seniors in the state have applied for fall admission.
Fermin Leal
December 15, 2015
UC aiming to add 10,000 more in-state undergrad students by 2018
Under the plan, the number of nonresident students will decline.
Fermin Leal
November 10, 2015
State settles lawsuit over 'fake' classes
Students alleged they were placed in classes where they received no instruction.