California districts vary enormously in reading achievement, report findsMarch 29, 2023Results suggest how schools teach reading matters more than a student's family income or English proficiency.
California sees boost in student applications for college financial aidMarch 27, 2023New state law pushes numbers up. The pandemic had triggered a decline.
CSU faculty salary study shows wide dissatisfaction despite pay being at national averagesMarch 25, 2023California’s high cost of living may influence upcoming contract talks.
State GovernmentExpansion of college financial aid in California may be at riskMarch 15, 2023Lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom agreed last year to make major changes to Cal Grants, contingent on available revenue. But now the state faces a bleak budget forecast.
EnvironmentStudents at rural community college can earn a bachelor’s and help prevent wildfiresMarch 8, 2023Feather River College is the latest of California's community colleges to get approval for a bachelor's degree program.
Biden’s plan to forgive student loans may be in jeopardy after Supreme Court argumentsFebruary 28, 2023Justices' skepticism could be bad news for 3.5 million Californians eligible for debt relief.
Health CareCalifornia ends plans for kids’ Covid vaccine mandateFebruary 1, 2023The end of the state's Covid-19 state of emergency this month effectively ends plans to require kids to be vaccinated against the virus.
Will arts education cuts in proposed California budget have a big impact?February 1, 2023Arts advocates point to the power of the arts to boost the state's student achievement and buttress social-emotional well-being.
University of California behind schedule in growing enrollment of in-state studentsJanuary 14, 2023Newsom expects those numbers to grow next year, still plans to give UC 5% funding increase
Arts and LifestyleWhat Prop. 28 funding will mean for arts education in CaliforniaDecember 7, 2022Prop. 28 will provide about $1 billion each year in funding to California public schools, starting in 2023. Former Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Austin Beutner, a chief backer of the initiative, discusses how it will work.