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

Learning to read by third grade requires evidence-based instruction, panel says

Strong parent-teacher partnerships and evidence-based reading strategies are key, panelists said at a roundtable hosted by EdSource.

Betty Márquez Rosales

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 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 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

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

January 12, 2023

Former special education student joins school board in Shasta

Joshua Brown, 19, is one of only a handful of people in the nation known to have autism who hold public office.

Carolyn Jones

January 10, 2023

California schools, community colleges to face slight drop in funding, first in a decade

Funding for Proposition 98 in 2023-24 would be $1.5 billion less than appropriated last year; districts and charter schools would get an 8.1% inflation adjustment – their top priority.

John Fensterwald

January 10, 2023

Powerful winter storms delay return to school for thousands of California students

The return to school Monday from winter break was chaotic or delayed across California as heavy rains and strong winds prompted evacuations and school closures.

Diana Lambert

January 9, 2023

Most homeless students are doubled-up. What does that mean? | Quick Guide

Many California students live doubled-up with other families and friends. Schools need to better identify those students.

Betty Márquez Rosales

January 4, 2023

Schools dig out from big weekend storm, prepare for next one

California residents are bracing for another storm this week that could cause widespread flooding and leave many without power, threatening the reopening of school after the winter break.

Diana Lambert

December 27, 2022

Diversity is essential to helping students find their feet in college

Attending the state's only predominantly white public university made one student realize the importance of finding ways to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

Amelia Wu

December 27, 2022

Education Beat in 2022: Our favorite podcast episodes of the year

As 2022 comes to a close, here are a few of our favorite podcast episodes from this year.

Zaidee Stavely

December 20, 2022

New database reveals MacKenzie Scott donated hundreds of millions of dollars to California education

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott's donations have already benefited more than 100 California organizations, many focused on education and youth development.

Diana Lambert