February 6, 2023

Bilingual students do better on tests than native English speakers. Why?

Some researchers say the bar to be considered proficient in English is so high that only students who perform well can be reclassified.

Zaidee Stavely

February 3, 2023

CSU’s housing grants aim to prevent rent crises among students

CSU students now have access to housing grants if they're struggling to pay rent, thanks to a $10 million systemwide increase in state funding for basic needs.

Betty Márquez Rosales

February 1, 2023

California ends plans for kids’ Covid vaccine mandate

The end of the state's Covid-19 state of emergency this month effectively ends plans to require kids to be vaccinated against the virus.

Diana Lambert

February 1, 2023

Why are new laws shrinking our community colleges?

The unintended consequences of oversimplified solutions to complex problems are harming California's community colleges; we need foundational and systemic shifts to fundamentally improve student success.

Wendy Brill-Wynkoop

January 31, 2023

Will arts education cuts in proposed California budget have a big impact?

Arts advocates point to the power of the arts to boost the state's student achievement and buttress social-emotional well-being.

Karen D'Souza

January 30, 2023

It’s time for an honest conversation about California’s structural budget problems

The Golden State should reform Proposition 13 for the sake of long-term revenue stability and reliable school funding.

Patrick Murphy and Erin Heys

January 26, 2023

Amid some bright spots, report shows toll of pandemic on California youth

Teacher shortage, youth mental health and math scores are cause for concern, but some policies seem to be helping

Carolyn Jones

January 26, 2023

Four-day school week gaining popularity nationally. Why isn’t it happening in California?

Four-days school weeks are growing in popularity nationally. The schedule offers greater flexibility for families and teachers, but studies show it also can result in lower student test scores.

Diana Lambert

January 23, 2023

Community college leaders warn of 'dire' consequences of proposed transfer rules

Critics say enrollment crisis may occur if psychology, phys ed, health science are dropped from transfer requirements. Others say fears are overblown.

Ashleigh Panoo

January 18, 2023

The right choices? Leaders, policymakers and experts react to Gov. Newsom's 2022-23 education budget

See what education leaders are saying about the governor’s plan to fund education in the coming year.

EdSource staff

January 17, 2023

Reactions to the governor's higher education budget proposals

Leaders representing all segments of California’s education system share their reactions to the governor’s 2023-24 January budget proposal for California's public college and university systems.

EdSource staff

January 17, 2023

Reactions to the governor's K-12 education budget proposals

Leaders representing all segments of California's education system share their reactions to the governor’s proposed 2023-24 budget for the state's K-12 public schools.

EdSource staff

January 17, 2023

Reactions to the governor's early education budget proposals

Leaders representing all segments of California’s education system share their reactions to the governor’s 2023-24 January budget proposal for early education.

EdSource staff

January 17, 2023

Ending California’s math wars requires leadership from Sacramento

While policymakers and advocates are arguing over how best to teach math, an increasing number of California's students are failing to learn math.

Pedro Noguera and Morgan Polikoff

January 17, 2023

What you need to become a substitute teacher in California | Quick Guide

Substitute teachers became harder to find after the Covid-19 pandemic closed classrooms, but higher pay and fewer requirements are making the job more attractive.

Diana Lambert