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College and career readiness is a primary goal of all the major reforms in place in California. But how to ensure that every high school graduates leaves high school with academic and other skills they will need to succeed in a postsecondary world? Many school districts don’t even have a clear definition of what college and career readiness means. EdSource will cast light on successful college and career preparation strategies — as well as on obstacles students face at both a pre-K-12 and postsecondary level.
April 20, 2018

Lawmakers question Gov. Brown’s plan to overhaul funding for California’s community colleges

Some lawmakers are saying it is rushed and lacks enough buy-in from college presidents and faculty. Others worry the plan itself may cost the colleges and their students financially.

Mikhail Zinshteyn
April 20, 2018

Cal State decides not to raise tuition as legislators support more funds

The Cal State system drops its plan to raise tuition by $228 to $5,970 for California undergraduates. Praising that freeze, Legislature leaders say they will seek to provide the university more state money.

Larry Gordon
April 17, 2018

Discovering gold in California’s schools

Educators across the state are hard at work creating a brighter future for all those kids who historically have been underserved.

Carl Cohn
April 15, 2018

From public housing to college: new national pilot helps low-income students in LA make that journey

A federally funded pilot program is bringing college and financial aid counseling to low-income students who live in public housing projects in nine cities, including Los Angeles. Whether it expands nationwide depends on results and funding.

Larry Gordon
April 11, 2018

California's online college proposal ignites support among workers and opposition among some lawmakers

“This is a game changer for workers,” said Rebecca Miller, the political director of SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West, at a March legislative hearing about Brown’s proposal.

Mikhail Zinshteyn
April 11, 2018

President Trump, community colleges are much more than vocational schools

Community colleges are as diverse as the communities they serve.

Larry Galizio
April 11, 2018

Guaranteed transfer path from community college to University of California announced

The University of California and California's Community Colleges announce an agreement that is expected to boost the number of students who can transfer to UC.

Larry Gordon
April 10, 2018

Illuminating science for blind students, with help from latest tech devices

The technology, combined with supportive teachers, has opened the door to science careers.

Carolyn Jones
April 10, 2018

Financial literacy can hold key to college success

Timely financial advice and coaching increases graduation rates for low-income students.

Melissa Fries
April 8, 2018

A quiet revolt reshaping the pathway to college

Alternatives to algebra open up new opportunities for students.

Pamela Burdman
April 3, 2018

Gubernatorial candidate Chiang wants drastic tuition roll back at California's public universities

Gubernatorial candidate and State Treasurer John Chang said he wants to boost state funding, seek efficiencies and identify other revenues so tuition at UC and Cal State roll back more than 40 percent and that two years of community college are free.

Larry Gordon and Mikhail Zinshteyn
March 23, 2018

Gavin Newsom says increased higher education spending should be top priority in California budget talks to avoid tuition hikes

The leading candidate for governor also said he supports Jerry Brown's proposal to tie community college funding to student outcomes.

Nico Savidge
March 20, 2018

Cal State admission closer to home getting easier for next year

Following a demand from the state Legislature, the Cal State system will give applicants from the region surrounding a campus an admissions advantage over those from far away.

Larry Gordon
March 18, 2018

Finally, enough beakers for everyone: Oakland teacher wins grant for state-of-the-art science lab

$20,000 award from National Science Teachers Association will provide much-needed supplies to East Oakland middle school

Carolyn Jones
March 13, 2018

Gov. Brown’s plan to change community college funding to promote student success faces scrutiny

The Legislative Analyst’s Office is recommending that Brown tie funding to the academic outcomes of low-income students.

Mikhail Zinshteyn