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state education policy
School Finance
January 12, 2024

Advocates, education leaders speak out on Newsom’s initial plan for state budget

Many contributors credit the governor for sparing TK-12 and community colleges from cuts, at least for now; others urge different priorities.

EdSource staff
Math and Science
July 29, 2022

Despite divisions, math framework must be a 'North Star,' experts say

EdSource roundtable focuses on the details and controversy surrounding state's proposed new math guidelines.

Carolyn Jones
Distance Learning
July 7, 2021

California directs districts to offer remote independent study this fall

The education trailer bill extends independent study to students whose health would be put at risk by in-person instruction.

Sydney Johnson
Distance Learning
October 22, 2020

Length of live teaching varies in California even in the same grade level and same district

Some parents and researchers want longer class periods for their kids in distance learning, while others worry about excessive screen time and ineffective use of learning time.

Sydney Johnson
Covid-19
August 21, 2020

California schools ordered to close in-person instruction after counties were put on watch list

Conflicting direction from the state added to confusion over whether schools could continue in-person instruction in Mendocino County.

Theresa Harrington