Ron Reynolds

November 5, 2021

State schools chief apologizes to private, parochial school leaders for mishandling federal Covid aid  

California schools chief acknowledges "heartburn" and frustration, promises to free up $187 million, largely for urban parochial schools.

John Fensterwald

October 25, 2021

For months, California private schools have been waiting for 'emergency' Covid aid

Delay by the California Department of Education is denying vital services for students, creating a budget squeeze for urban Catholic schools.

John Fensterwald

August 4, 2020

California health officials list conditions for an elementary school waiver

School districts, charter and private schools would have to meet safety requirements. Counties could limit the number of approvals.

John Fensterwald

July 8, 2020

California sues Betsy DeVos over rule steering coronavirus aid to private schools

Attorney General Becerra charges education secretary exceeded her authority, diverted money from low-income public schools.

John Fensterwald