Families won’t be the only ones tracking California students’ progress in life from preK through college and employment anymore. Soon, that data will be collected and distributed at the state level to inform new research and policies. In a May 12 press release, Gov. Gavin […]
Month: June 2022
Federal hearing focuses on teacher shortage solutions
Teacher shortages are making it increasingly difficult for schools to address the academic needs of students, which have only become deeper as educators work to help children overcome preexisting gaps that were exacerbated by extended pandemic-driven campus closures. Recognizing how widespread the issue is, the […]
The bus stops here: Why the state needs to fund home-to-school transportation
By CSBA President Dr. Susan Heredia Not every well-meaning response to a problem is the right solution. Good policy not only solves the problem in theory — it also works in practice. That’s why Assembly Bill 2933 (O’Donnell, D-Long Beach) is the only way to […]
Assembly and Senate come to budget proposal agreement
On June 1, the Assembly and Senate announced their response to the Governor’s May Budget Revision. This announcement reflects the Legislature’s stance as they begin their negotiations with the Gov. Gavin Newsom on the 2022–23 state budget. The following is a breakdown of the Legislature’s […]
Healthy Kids survey highlights particular struggles of transgender youth
Research shows that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning or queer (LGBTQ) youth are at high risk for bullying and violence victimization, poor mental health, alcohol and other drug use, and poor academic performance. A 2019 report “Understanding the Experiences of LGBTQ Students in California” […]
School Boards in Action: 5 Questions with Ami Gandhi
Ami Gandhi, board member, Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District What did your school district do to foster learning recovery and educational advancements during 2021–22 school year? What do you have planned for the 2022–23 school year to continue this progress? There have been many […]