In March 2020, as many schools were forced to close and begin distance learning in response to the emerging COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed executive orders suspending portions of the Brown Act (Government Code 54953) to permit governing boards of school districts and county […]
On April 22, more than 700 attendees from around Butte County participated in a virtual forum on youth mental health called “End the Silence.” Organized by a coalition of community organizations in partnership with the Butte County Office of Education, the free event was open […]
Historically, Asian Pacific American Heritage month has been met with lesson plans highlighting the accomplishments of AAPI individuals, preparing dishes from different AAPI cultures or reading books and viewing art showcasing the experience or talents of different people of AAPI descent, past and present. This […]
It is with the deepest sadness that CSBA shares news of the death of former 2021 President Suzanne Kitchens. Suzanne passed quietly with her family on Sunday, May 23, just two weeks after she resigned her post as CSBA President due to health issues. It […]
Schools can play a critical role in vaccinating youth and families. Early insights indicate that pediatricians and care providers are the strongest trusted messengers, access and convenience to vaccines matter greatly, and that comfortable locations like a doctor’s office, school or neighborhood pharmacy are preferred […]
On May 20, the Appropriations committees in each house of the Legislature considered its “suspense file,” bills with a price tag of over $150,000 that are set aside and considered all at once to weigh their fiscal impact as a whole. Unlike a typical hearing, […]
In the midst of a global pandemic, local educational agency boards have continued working to support programs and initiatives that offer students the academic and social-emotional opportunities they need — no matter which mode of instruction they are in. CSBA’s 5 questions series gives board […]
Revising California’s Mathematics Framework is proving to be a controversial process. The framework is meant to set guidance for local districts to make the best possible choices for their students based on research and best practices in mathematics education, Brian Lindaman, one of its writers, […]
Some consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on education are already known and severe while others are still emerging. Paired with systematic issues that predate the public health crisis, education leaders should let evidence and data drive the difficult decisions that lie ahead, according to a […]
A May 6 convening of the House Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Subcommittee provided experts the opportunity to explain several steps Congress can take to help schools meet the needs of students with disabilities moving forward. The barriers to quality education for students with […]
