May 2, 2023

Navigating college presents special challenges for Dreamers

Undocumented students confront issues their peers needn't consider -- including whether they could legally get a job in their preferred field if they pursue certain degrees, like law enforcement.

Javier Hernandez

May 1, 2023

Don't leave students with disabilities out of California's massive community schools investment

The needs of students with disabilities were not specifically considered in California's massive $4.1 billion allocation for a grant program to support the planning and implementation of community schools. These needs must not be ignored.

Hayin Kimner and Kristin Wright

April 28, 2023

Gov. Newsom's love letter to librarians

California's governor pays tribute to librarians and the impact they have on students and communities.

Gov. Gavin Newsom

April 26, 2023

California needs better support for students and teachers of color

Just one experience of being isolated is enough for me to contemplate leaving the classroom. We need to do more to ensure teachers of color are coming into and staying in the classroom.

Allison Zamora

April 25, 2023

The college experience: Navigating through new and old friendships

Going to university opens students' eyes to a broader view of who might be a friend.

Rosie Padilla

April 24, 2023

It's time to stop stalling action on the state math framework

The debates over math instruction have been mired in misinformation and marred by melodrama — moving the conversation further and further away from the students and educators who so clearly need updated, improved instructional strategies for math.

Rachel Ruffalo and Martha Hernandez

April 18, 2023

California needs to do much more to support its advanced learners

The academic needs of gifted children should be as much a priority as those of any other child. Yet California does not identify gifted children in the critical early grades, let alone require programming for them.

Victoria McDougald

April 18, 2023

Disparities in 'unexcused' absences deepen education inequities

Many school absences labeled 'unexcused' are for reasons not in the student's or family's control — yet they can have serious consequences for students. We can do better.

Hedy Chang, Clea McNeely and Kevin Gee

April 16, 2023

Don't wait for the state; districts can make reading a priority

Los Angeles, San Francisco and Palo Alto Unified school districts are showing how to improve early literacy, and the state should follow their example.

Todd Collins

April 13, 2023

How our schools can address California’s youth mental health crisis — now

California's new investments in the long-term mental health of our children are laudable, but students need help today.

Cora Palma

April 12, 2023

Why California schools shouldn’t keep secrets from parents

It is imperative that parents are alerted about any signs that their child is struggling. Schools have neither the expertise nor the mandate to manage dangerous mental health situations.

Erin Friday

April 11, 2023

Schools should partner with family farms to provide nutrition and education

We need more opportunities for family farms and schools to engage children with fresh, nutritious California-grown school meals.

Adleit Asi and Alba Landaverde

April 9, 2023

Let’s move past the acrimony and create a mathematics framework that works for all students

We must create a framework for math instruction in California that can provide all students, in their rich diversity, an opportunity to learn and excel in math.

Jo Boaler

April 6, 2023

As enrollments decline, state leaders should help districts mitigate school closure pressures

Falling enrollment combined with a slowing economy will force school districts to make difficult financial decisions. State and regional leaders must lean in to ensure that if school closures are on the table, districts mitigate their adverse impact.

Carrie Hahnel and Francis A. Pearman

April 4, 2023

The clock is ticking on community schools

All schools should be community schools. Districts must act proactively to ensure the long-term sustainability of their programs once the initial state investment in community schools runs out.

Michael Matsuda