May 12, 2020

Top federal health officials don’t rule out opening schools and colleges in fall

Opening would depend on widespread testing, sound hygiene and social distancing practices, and local conditions.

Louis Freedberg

May 12, 2020

California community colleges sue education department over federal emergency financial aid relief

A federal suit filed in California claims that federal eligibility rules arbitrarily excluded as many as 800,000 community college students from receiving federal coronavirus assistance.

Ashley A. Smith

May 11, 2020

UC president wants SAT/ACT mandate suspended through 2024 and new exam created

UC's Napolitano plan conflicts in part with faculty position and could be very influential nationally. UC regents are to vote on the issue next week.

Larry Gordon

May 11, 2020

California child care providers struggle to stay in business

Survey finds many providers cannot afford to stay closed much longer; when they do fully reopen, they'll face added expenses and social distancing restrictions.

John Fensterwald

May 11, 2020

LA Unified plans expanded summer school as ‘just about every’ student is now connected online

With almost all LA Unified students now connected to online learning, superintendent shares latest details on summer school program.

Michael Burke

May 11, 2020

Teachers grapple with how to keep track of students during distance learning

The state does not require taking attendance while campuses are closed, but teachers are finding innovative ways to stay in touch with students. 

Ali Tadayon

May 8, 2020

Forge emotional connections with students before pursuing lessons online

Students' basic needs for love and belonging must be met before getting back to meaningful academic learning.

Elizabeth Mee

May 8, 2020

Fewer international students expected to return to colleges in California and nation, hurting finances

Problems with visas, money and travel may block international students’ return. Colleges fear the lost revenue will reduce academic programs and staffing.

Larry Gordon

May 8, 2020

Advocates urge Newsom to order schools not to permanently close any buildings

With schools urged to provide more distance between students, it is ill-advised to crowd more students into merged campuses, advocates say.

Theresa Harrington

May 7, 2020

Gov. Newsom now projects $18 billion shortfall in revenue for K-12, community colleges

Cutting more than 20 percent in state funding would compound the pandemic's impact on schools; educators hope Newsom recognizes the harm and won't cut that much.

John Fensterwald

May 7, 2020

Parents’ appreciation for teachers grows, but sentiments are simpler

Instead of decorations, gifts and luncheons, Teacher Appreciation Week is a little simpler this year.

Diana Lambert

May 7, 2020

Will others follow UC San Diego's plan to widely test for coronavirus?

Testing starts with 5,000 on-campus students and later expands to 65,000 people. Students who test positive for the virus will be offered isolated dorm rooms with meals.

Larry Gordon

May 7, 2020

California school funding formula has a spending loophole; is a recession the time to fix it?

School districts argue budget cuts warrant spending flexibility; equity advocates argue high-needs students need resources they're entitled to.

John Fensterwald

May 6, 2020

We need state leadership to re-start K-12 education

Just as they are being asked to do more, districts will have less.

Arun K. Ramanathan

May 6, 2020

How to ensure equitable opportunities for college students coping with the pandemic

College staff who work with students and understand their needs are key.

Andrea Venezia, Bianca Mothé and Terra Thorne