Education Beat
This program turns parents into preschool teachers
August 17, 2023
Listen to how one mom is fulfilling a childhood dream to become a teacher, even joining classes from a hospital bed.
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Homegrown teachers make big differences in rural school districts
August 10, 2023
In one superintendent’s case, he’s increased the number of high school graduates and students who attend college.
Education Beat
Class of 2022 overcomes obstacles to get the most out of college
August 3, 2023
Three graduates from the Class of 2022 share how the pandemic helped them learn how to make the most out of life and strive for their goals.
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Cal State faces scrutiny for handling of sexual harassment complaints
July 27, 2023
EdSource reporters Thomas Peele and Ashley A. Smith discuss their reporting on the outcomes of sexual harassment and misconduct complaints at CSU.
Education Beat
A new way to teach math in California
July 20, 2023
Listen to how one teacher thinks the framework will bring math alive for her students, and to a reporter discuss the controversies surrounding it.
Education Beat
How recent Supreme Court rulings affect California students
July 13, 2023
Two recent Supreme Court decisions will have a disproportionate effect on Black and Latino students.
Education Beat
How home languages enhanced preschool curriculum in Fresno
June 29, 2023
Preschool teachers use information from family interviews to plan curriculum and incorporate songs and books in children’s home languages.
Education Beat
Long after wildfires, rural schools face frustration, homelessness, and mental trauma
June 22, 2023
Nearly three years ago, the Creek fire devastated the community of Big Creek and the town’s only elementary school.
Education Beat
Schools are counting – and helping – more homeless students
June 15, 2023
When Ana Franquis’ family was evicted, they had nowhere to turn. They found help with the school district.
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How dogs help bring kids to therapy at this Central Valley school district
June 8, 2023
In Selma Unified School District in the Central Valley, two therapy dogs are helping destigmatize mental health services.
