Marty Block

June 29, 2016

Bill extending teacher probation dies in committee

Even sympathetic senators cite misgivings with bill's current form.

John Fensterwald

February 24, 2016

Senators want to know more about how districts spend funding

Transition to new funding and accountability systems creates a vacuum for answers.

John Fensterwald

September 29, 2014

Community colleges can offer bachelor's

Up to 15 community colleges can begin offering bachelor's degrees under a law signed Sunday by Gov. Jerry Brown. The law sets up a pilot program allowing campuses to offer the advanced degrees in vocational occupational.

Michelle Maitre

August 21, 2014

Community colleges may offer bachelor's degrees

Senate Bill 850 would set up a pilot program allowing 15 community colleges to offer bachelor's degrees in specialized areas. The bill cleared the Legislature on Thursday and is headed to the governor.

Michelle Maitre

February 18, 2014

Renewed push to let community colleges award bachelor's degrees

Kathryn Baron