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Legislation
August 9, 2022

Later start times present new challenges for school leaders

As school bells across the state ring at a different time than usual this year for middle and high school students due to a new law mandating later start times, administrators have had to tackle some new challenges, including navigating student and parent needs.

Ashleigh Panoo
University of California
July 5, 2022

UC Merced takes admissions on the road

UC Merced is growing. Its search for qualified students includes on-the-spot admissions decisions.

Ashleigh Panoo
English Learners
October 28, 2021

California still lags in helping long-term English learners

A new report says California still has many students who are still learning English after more than six years enrolled in school.

Zaidee Stavely
Math and Science
October 18, 2019

How one high school's dispute reflects the struggle to teach California’s science standards 

California’s new science standards emphasize an approach that combines scientific disciplines.

Sydney Johnson
Math and Science
September 11, 2019

California students could soon get a Seal of STEM on their diplomas

Some schools may not yet have enough math and science courses to offer a State Seal of STEM.

Sydney Johnson
College Readiness
August 14, 2019

High school starts early for California freshmen in ‘summer bridge’

Studies show that freshman year can be one of the most critical years in a student's academic journey.

Sydney Johnson
Elections and Education
April 19, 2018

Quick Guide: Voting for young people explained

It’s never been better to be a young voter in California. Here’s a look at a number of new laws aimed at increasing young voter education and participation.

David Washburn
Student Well-Being
July 19, 2017

Mobile classroom brings education to the hardest-to-reach students

Five Keys Charter School's refurbished bus will help high school dropouts earn their diplomas or GEDs.

Carolyn Jones
The Common Core Challenge
May 16, 2017

Q & A: Teaching math that isn't boring to students

Better Math Teaching Network in New England is testing new high school math instructional strategies to be shared with educators around the country.

Theresa Harrington