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Policy & Finance
May 14, 2021

Broadband gets a major boost in California budget revision  

The funding was announced Friday alongside a sweeping set of proposals for K-12 education in California as part of the annual May budget proposal.

Sydney Johnson And John Fensterwald
Distance Learning
August 26, 2020

On or off? California schools weigh webcam concerns during distance learning

Some teachers report less engagement with cameras off, but anxiety, tech glitches and privacy concerns could keep some students from turning them on.

Sydney Johnson
Digital Divide
August 14, 2020

Pressure is on to close the digital divide under California governor’s executive order

The governor wants to reimagine the state’s Broadband Council and ramp up efforts to connect all students to technology during distance learning.

Sydney Johnson
Digital Divide
August 5, 2020

California makes internet-enabled tablets available to nearly 1 million students

At least 100,000 tablets with internet included will be ready for districts in time for the new school year, state officials said.

Sydney Johnson
Distance Learning
July 24, 2020

California school districts brace for an online back-to-school season

Many school districts will have to ditch plans for hybrid learning and in-person classes at the start of the school year.

Sydney Johnson
Commentary
July 6, 2020

We must reimagine public education — here’s how

Pandemic presents an opportunity to make public schools work better for all children.

Gloria Lee
Distance Learning
June 4, 2020

Lawmakers look for new ways to pay for broadband in rural California

A bond proposal aims to build broadband infrastructure in rural California, help purchase computers and fund professional training for teachers.

Sydney Johnson
Distance Learning
May 28, 2020

California needs $500 million to buy enough computers, internet connections for all students

Distance learning expected to continue next year as districts move to a hybrid online and in-person instruction model.

Diana Lambert
Podcast
April 24, 2020

Districts brace for budget cuts; teachers rise to distance learning's challenge

This week: Consultant Bob Blattner gives his take on dire revenue forecasts; noted high school teacher Larry Ferlazzo shares how he's staying in touch with students.

EdSource staff