California high schools lack foundational computer science coursework

Just 60 percent of public schools in the U.S. have foundational computer science coursework available to students, according to the 2024 State of Computer Science Education report by the Code.org Advocacy Coalition, Computer Science Teachers Association and Expanding Computer Education Pathways.

CSBA webinar shares preparation strategies for boards adopting new math instructional materials

Though the State Board of Education (SBE) won’t approve instructional materials for mathematics until November 2025, school districts can start preparing now for a seamless textbook adoption process that will be sure to meet local needs.

Experts provide tips and resources for developing human trafficking curriculum

Experts provided best practices for K-12 leaders on how to build a human trafficking and exploitation prevention program during a Sept. 4 webinar from the National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments (NCSSLE). Human trafficking and child exploitation can happen anywhere, speakers noted, and schools […]

Experts share advice on instructional materials adoption at CSBA webinar

CSBA’s May 30 webinar featured expert panelists providing an overview of the state’s instructional materials adoption process, requirements and guidance for local educational agencies, information on understanding current context and minimizing conflict during the selection period, and trustee perspectives as well as a Q&A. Instructional materials can include textbooks, technology-based materials and other educational tools and tests.