February 28, 2023

Proposed constitutional amendment would make state superintendent of public instruction an appointed position

A proposed constitutional amendment could make the superintendent of public instruction an appointed position, instead of an elected one.

Diana Lambert

February 24, 2023

California sinks millions into teacher residency programs, but many can't afford to enroll

Teacher residency programs, which offer a year of clinical practice in the classroom and small stipends, are losing enrollment to internships with salaries and benefits.

Diana Lambert

February 21, 2023

Arts education funding in California: How will Proposition 28 roll out?

Arts education could be an engine to spark family engagement in the school system, experts say.

Karen D'Souza

February 1, 2023

California ends plans for kids’ Covid vaccine mandate

The end of the state's Covid-19 state of emergency this month effectively ends plans to require kids to be vaccinated against the virus.

Diana Lambert

January 31, 2023

Will arts education cuts in proposed California budget have a big impact?

Arts advocates point to the power of the arts to boost the state's student achievement and buttress social-emotional well-being.

Karen D'Souza

January 26, 2023

Four-day school week gaining popularity nationally. Why isn’t it happening in California?

Four-days school weeks are growing in popularity nationally. The schedule offers greater flexibility for families and teachers, but studies show it also can result in lower student test scores.

Diana Lambert

January 23, 2023

Community college leaders warn of 'dire' consequences of proposed transfer rules

Critics say enrollment crisis may occur if psychology, phys ed, health science are dropped from transfer requirements. Others say fears are overblown.

Ashleigh Panoo

January 17, 2023

What you need to become a substitute teacher in California | Quick Guide

Substitute teachers became harder to find after the Covid-19 pandemic closed classrooms, but higher pay and fewer requirements are making the job more attractive.

Diana Lambert

January 13, 2023

University of California behind schedule in growing enrollment of in-state students

Despite lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom asking UC to add thousands of California resident undergraduates, the system enrolled fewer of those students this year.

Michael Burke

October 27, 2022

New literacy standards for teacher candidates could be pivotal to improving student reading scores

Accreditation of California teacher preparation programs will hinge on whether they follow new literacy standards that focus more intensely on foundational reading skills.

Diana Lambert

October 4, 2022

California removes hurdles to building teacher housing

California school districts will now be able to avoid some local regulations when building affordable staff housing on its property.

Diana Lambert

September 26, 2022

Newsom rejects second effort to make more community college adjunct faculty eligible for health care

Assembly Bill 1856 would have allowed adjuncts to teach as much as 85% of a full-time teaching load, or roughly four classes a term, a level that would qualify them for health care coverage.

Thomas Peele

September 26, 2022

Governor vetoes full-day and mandatory kindergarten bills

California won’t be making kindergarten mandatory or extending the kindergarten school day any time soon.

Zaidee Stavely

September 16, 2022

California school organizations urge veto of latest bill to remove lead in school water

They point to high cost of removing lead pipes proposed by pipe fitters union, drafter of the bill. Others argue the standard for treatment remains hazardous for kids.

John Fensterwald

September 14, 2022

What you need to know to become a teacher in California | Quick Guide

The teacher shortage prompted California lawmakers to ease testing requirements, waive exam fees and begin new programs to recruit and retain teachers.

Diana Lambert