Few districts are tightening up masking and other restrictions that were in place at the start of the year, even for large gatherings like graduations and proms.
Advocates argue letter grades aren't a good measure of student learning and that pass/no pass grading in certain courses could be a better alternative for first-year students at the University of California.
The pandemic has wreaked havoc on the college plans for some California freshmen who have had to change their plans so they can help support their families.
The health crisis has high school seniors worried about college enrollment deadlines. Other concerns rise about grades and financial aid. Colleges promise some flexibility.
