Eighty-two percent of American households with children were food secure in 2023, according to a report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in September.
Majority of U.S. children lived in food secure households in 2023
Author: Heather Kemp
Superintendents share insights on ARP spending and process
The School Superintendents Association’s (AASA) latest report on how school districts handled American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding found that providing expanded learning opportunities was the top expenditure.
High school sports participation rises
Participation in high school sports was up nearly 6 percent between 2022–23 and 2023–24, according to an August report by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF).
Survey shows most adults trust public schools’ book choices
An August report from the Knight Foundation, Americans’ Views on Book Restrictions in U.S. Public Schools, found that while challenges and restrictions have increased “dramatically” since 2021, two-thirds of Americans oppose restrictions and are confident in public schools’ book selections.
New Trevor Project survey finds lack of access to mental health care for LGBTQ youth
Nearly 40 percent of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, according to The Trevor Project’s 2024 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People.
National Suicide Prevention Month: CSBA expert shares the effects of bullying and cyberbullying
Research suggests that youth who experience bullying and/or cyberbullying may be more at risk for suicidal thoughts. In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, Angela Asch, CSBA principal research manager and author of the Safe Schools Toolkit section on bullying and cyberbullying, is sharing relevant insights and resources for local educational agencies in this Q&A.
CDC survey on youth risk behaviors shows increase in teens experiencing violence
A new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention summarizes results from the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey and compares it to data from the last decade on topics including mental health, substance use, sexual behavior and experiences with violence, as well as new and emerging issues like social media use and housing instability.
Updates to school safety plan requirements
Recent changes to the state’s Education Code and legislative updates related to school safety were detailed during an Aug. 8 webinar hosted by the California Department of Education (CDE).
California rated one of the best states for teacher compensation and conditions
A state-by-state analysis of the factors influencing teacher shortages, teaching conditions that may impact supply and demand, and equitable access to well-qualified teachers was released by the Learning Policy Institute (LPI) in late July. California’s overall attractiveness for teachers based on indicators considered was 3.7 out of 5.
CCEE launches new Statewide System of Support website
In addition to swearing in two new members, the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence’s (CCEE) governing board received updates from staff on the Statewide System of Support (SSOS) and other initiatives at its Aug. 22 convening.