August 2, 2020

To overcome the stress of this pandemic, educators must lead with relationships, routines and resilience

It is no exaggeration to say the past five months have been horrible. Students will need extra support when they return to school.

Katie Brackenridge

July 29, 2020

Intergenerational programs can help out-of-school kids

These programs efficiently help our students and older adults, and therefore our whole society.

Trent Stamp

July 24, 2020

Cultural proficiency for teachers can no longer be an option

Teachers must learn to embrace diversity and recognize that cultural differences are assets, not barriers.

Tamra Simpson

July 22, 2020

Budget deferrals today could force schools into a $23 billion hole next year

Do not be lulled into the mistaken idea that schools have been protected from cuts by the state budget solutions adopted last month.

Robert Manwaring

July 20, 2020

Cultivating minds in the San Joaquin Valley must be a top priority for California

Innovation, partnerships and great teachers are key to a more equitable and successful education system.

Don Shalvey

July 20, 2020

Schools must provide a learning home for students experiencing homelessness

Five ways schools can prioritize the academic success and well-being of students.

Joseph P. Bishop

July 17, 2020

As schools go to distance learning, key strategies to prevent learning loss 

California Collaborative for Educational Excellence director offers suggestions for how districts can prioritize and address students' emotional and learning needs.

Tom Armelino

July 16, 2020

When children return to school, don’t skip recess

Children need free play time to exercise their bodies and practice their social and emotional skills.

Rebecca A. London and William Massey

July 14, 2020

California teachers should tell CalSTRS to divest from fossil fuels

Pension fund should stop investing in an industry that is inextricably linked to environmental degradation, economic inequality and racial injustice.

Heath Madom

July 13, 2020

7 things teachers can do to address student trauma – especially during distance learning

Trauma-informed approach to learning will make return to school more successful for students and teachers.

Caprice Young

July 8, 2020

Helping English learners succeed should be a top priority for schools amid the pandemic

Professional development for teachers is key to closing opportunity gaps.

Anya Hurwitz

July 7, 2020

We must bend rules (and make new ones) for emotional health

Teachers realize there is more to distance learning than keeping the children’s study skills fresh, and adapt their classes to meet the need.

Thomas Courtney

July 6, 2020

California must commit to funding coronavirus protections for child care workers

Our economy cannot successfully reopen if we do not support the health and safety of child care providers in the coming months.

Anna J. Markowitz, Rashmita Mistry and Deb Valentine

July 6, 2020

We must reimagine public education — here’s how

Pandemic presents an opportunity to make public schools work better for all children.

Gloria Lee

June 30, 2020

Students are an untapped resource in navigating the pandemic

Students want to help solve real-world challenges, the pandemic presents an opportunity to empower them.

Mariana Aguilar