State GovernmentMany rural California communities are desperate for school construction money. Will a new bond measure offer enough help?November 29, 2023Small, rural districts often struggle to pass local bond measures to pay for school construction and repairs. In some cases, leaking roofs, dry rot and broken air conditioners haven’t been fixed in years.
EducationCalifornia faces big challenges to implement new math guidelinesNovember 28, 2023After a contentious process to revise and approve the state's math framework, California policymakers must now figure out how to implement the new recommendations.
EducationCalifornia’s Black educators call on parents of color to get involved with school funding decisionsNovember 16, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaAfter a veto by Governor Gavin Newson, Black educators are asking parents of color to take a more direct approach by attending local funding meetings, known as LCAP. Here's what the program is and how parents can take part.
EducationSacramento State trade workers join one-day strike at California State University campusesNovember 14, 2023 | Chris HaganWorkers have accused the university system of unfair labor practices and negotiating in bad faith. CSU officials say the university system “remains committed to the collective bargaining process.”
EducationTwo Sacramento-area special school board elections take place TuesdayNovember 6, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaSan Juan Unified and Natomas Unified are holding special elections on Tuesday, Nov. 7 to fill vacancies on their school boards. New school board trustees’ terms will run until 2026.
EducationThe need for student services at community colleges has changed dramatically since the 1960s. Has state law kept up?November 2, 2023California community colleges say they are struggling to balance instruction costs and the growing need for student services.
EducationSac State could see faculty strike in upcoming monthsOctober 31, 2023 | Janelle SalangaWhile over 95% of California Faculty Association membership voted in favor of calling a strike, don’t expect one to arrive tomorrow. Among the union’s demands are pay that keeps pace with inflation and greater parental support.
EducationLess than half of Sacramento’s Black and brown students meet UC, CSU requirements. These groups are trying to help.October 18, 2023 | Srishti Prabha | Tony RodriguezBlack and brown students face barriers on the way to college. Data show a majority in Sacramento don't meet requirements for California's four-year universities. Some organizations are working to help them navigate the process to higher education.
EnvironmentSacramento City Unified commits to carbon neutrality by 2045October 17, 2023 | Manola SecairaExperts say the largest source of emissions in school districts come from building infrastructure. The district’s goal lines up with a statewide carbon neutrality goal for the same year.
EducationA California program could give many K-12 students money for college, but few have used the fundsOctober 12, 2023 | Srishti PrabhaThe CalKIDS program provides a college savings account for K-12 public school students from low-income backgrounds and children born after 2022. With only 6% of students signed up, officials are increasing outreach efforts to get families involved.
