EdSource staff
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What's next for California education? New laws and vetoes
This year, the Legislature's focus on education was on Covid-related bills and on a record-high state budget, which includes tens of billions of new and one-time spending, along with policy decisions on how to spend the money.
EdSource staff
October 13, 2021
In their own words: How the college plans of three siblings were derailed | VIDEO
José Luis Ruiz Arévalos was forced to stay in Mexico two years ago, when U.S. Consulate officers decided that under Trump administration guidance, he was likely to become a "public charge." Since he has been gone, the college plans for three oldest children in his family have unraveled.
Jennifer Molina
August 16, 2021
How teachers see the current health of the educational system
This spotlight highlights teachers' thoughts about various aspects of reopening schools, including how Covid funds were spent and how the reopening plan, in general, is working out at their schools.
The Inverness Institute
July 27, 2021
Where California’s education funding is going
The state’s K-12 and higher education systems will receive a record-level influx of new money.
EdSource staff
July 13, 2021
Teachers reflect on how students are doing after returning to school
California teachers have witnessed massive disruption and responded to the challenges of Covid. This spotlight highlights their thoughts about the return to in-person classes after months of distance learning.
The Inverness Institute
July 7, 2021
Looking ahead to college freshman year, students welcome help
The challenges of distance learning left many incoming freshmen worried about needing extra help to succeed in college.
California Student Journalism Corps
July 6, 2021
Post-Covid California state budget with record spending on education heads to Gov. Newsom
College savings accounts, universal transitional kindergarten, new community schools, teacher recruitment incentives are a signature away.
EdSource staff
June 29, 2021
Teachers discuss the challenges and the limits of a partial reopening
California teachers have witnessed massive disruption and responded to the challenges of Covid. Now they have a year’s worth of observations and insights to share with their colleagues.
The Inverness Institute
June 14, 2021
Teacher survey project: Teachers reflect on returning to school this spring
Survey responses to 25 questions offer a comprehensive look at distance learning through a teacher’s lens.
The Inverness Institute
June 14, 2021
California families confronted Covid and became invested in education
From one end of California to the other, families shared how they were coping with Covid. In this final installment, they look ahead knowing they made it through the year like no other.
EdSource staff
June 10, 2021
Quick Guide: Where do things stand on in-person instruction in California?
This guide provides answers to frequently asked questions about how California is moving forward with plans for reopening the state’s K-12 schools for full in-person instructions.
EdSource staff
May 18, 2021
How teachers in other states compare with California teachers
California teachers have witnessed massive disruption and responded to the challenges of Covid. Now they have a year’s worth of observations and insights to share with their colleagues.
The Inverness Institute
May 12, 2021
As California schools reopen to in-person instruction, students and families decide if it's right for them
As schools open their doors across California, life remains far from normal for families participating in EdSource's families project. Some families are opting to remain in distance learning, while in Lucerne Valley, students embrace attending five days a week.
EdSource staff
April 22, 2021
What California teachers want to share with other educators
California teachers have witnessed massive disruption and responded to the challenges of Covid. Now they have a year’s worth of observations and insights to share with their colleagues.
The Inverness Institute
March 29, 2021
Teachers reflect on a year of Covid: students struggling, others thriving
Teachers across California spent much of the last year adjusting to an entirely new education landscape of uncertainty, frustration and joy for the students who thrived.