Gov. Gavin Newsom

March 18, 2020

California school districts learn more about what state expects during a long shutdown

During a webinar viewed by 7,000 people, state officials encourage innovation to provide service and promise cooperation in weeks ahead.

March 17, 2020

Expect California schools to remain closed until summer, governor says

California also will ask the federal government to waive the required standardized tests if and when schools resume session this year.

March 15, 2020

While California holds off on ordering all schools closed, expected closures escalate rapidly throughout state

Over 90 percent of California students are either out of school now or projected to be in the next few days as rural schools also begin to close in larger numbers.

March 15, 2020

In his own words: Gov. Newsom on why he’s not ordering all California schools to close

Newsom said he’s not ready to override superintendents in mainly small, rural districts that will remain open.

March 14, 2020

Gov. Newsom assures school districts they'll be funded during coronavirus closures

In exchange for the money, districts should provide online learning, and independent study "to the extent feasible," which is puzzling to some.

March 11, 2020

California county superintendents share concerns about school closures with governor

State gets federal waiver allowing schools to continue providing meals if they close due to coronavirus.

March 2, 2020

Plan to cut PE test — and its body-fat measurement — in California sparks debate

Fitness testing too often causes anxiety and shame among students, officials say.

February 28, 2020

California schools prepare for coronavirus outbreak as threat grows

Across the state, school officials announced in emails and via social media that they were reviewing emergency operation plans and asked parents to take precautions similar to those taken during flu season.