Prop. 2, statewide bond measure to upgrade California schools, leads in early voting
Proposition 2 aims to provide $10 billion for California schools' repairs and upgrades, enjoying bipartisan support and addressing significant facility challenges.
Transcript: Proposition 2 Asks Voters to Approve $10 Billion in School Bonds | KQED
California schools depend on voter-approved bonds for repairs, lacking guaranteed funding.
Proposition 2 aims to authorize $10 billion for urgent repairs and upgrades in education facilities.
Editorial: Prop. 2 fails to fix broken California school bond program. Vote no.
California's school construction funding system favors wealthier districts, perpetuating inequities and burdening taxpayers.
Proposition 2 fails to address fundamental issues in funding and would increase state debt significantly.
Prop. 2, statewide bond measure to upgrade California schools, leads in early voting
Proposition 2 aims to provide $10 billion for California schools' repairs and upgrades, enjoying bipartisan support and addressing significant facility challenges.
Transcript: Proposition 2 Asks Voters to Approve $10 Billion in School Bonds | KQED
California schools depend on voter-approved bonds for repairs, lacking guaranteed funding.
Proposition 2 aims to authorize $10 billion for urgent repairs and upgrades in education facilities.
Editorial: Prop. 2 fails to fix broken California school bond program. Vote no.
California's school construction funding system favors wealthier districts, perpetuating inequities and burdening taxpayers.
Proposition 2 fails to address fundamental issues in funding and would increase state debt significantly.
California parents' rights activists say movement is growing, despite political setbacks
The parents' rights movement in California has struggled to achieve lasting political impacts despite initial successes due to intense resistance and legislative actions.
I'm a California teacher who thinks phone use in classrooms is a big problem. I'm not convinced a new law will solve it.
California's new law requires schools to limit smartphone use, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student focus.
Teacher Joelle Clark highlights the challenges of smartphone policies in classrooms, emphasizing the need for consistency.
The brutal story behind California's new Native American genocide education law
California students will learn about the state's Indigenous history and the impacts of colonization per new legislation.
Summer COVID surge could continue as school starts, Bay Area experts warn
Wastewater levels of COVID in California are 'very high,' posing a potential threat in classrooms as schools reopen.
California English and math test scores rise for first time since the pandemic, but still show pandemic learning loss
California students show slight gains in standardized testing, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing concerns about learning loss.
Summer COVID surge could continue as school starts, Bay Area experts warn
Wastewater levels of COVID in California are 'very high,' posing a potential threat in classrooms as schools reopen.
California English and math test scores rise for first time since the pandemic, but still show pandemic learning loss
California students show slight gains in standardized testing, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing concerns about learning loss.
California state audit calls for streamlining transfer
California's transfer processes require significant improvement to support community college students, particularly those from minority backgrounds.
Some Bay Area colleges are among the top 500 institutions in the U.S., according to new report
Several Bay Area colleges ranked highly in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best National University list, showing strong performance in academics and reputation.
17 years after indictment, California Charter Academy case unresolved
The indictment of Honeycutt and Cox highlights ongoing issues in accountability within charter school governance.
California to invest $500 million in zero-emission school buses
California invests $500 million to replace polluting school buses with zero-emission buses, improving public health and education.
State aims to add 1,000 new zero-emission buses, leading the nation in clean school bus technology.
Is my child old enough to walk to school alone? Here's what California law says
Parents should assess readiness for children to walk to school based on age and maturity, not a legal minimum age.
When should police be involved at school? A bill would let California teachers make the call
Teachers may face difficult choices between student advocacy and mandatory reporting laws when incidents occur.
Current laws disproportionately impact students with disabilities and students of color.
In brief: Apply by Sept. 4 to fill Byron school board vacancy through 2026
BUSD is filling a trustee vacancy by provisional appointment, with applications due by September 4.
San Jose school districts forced to consider campus closures - San Jose Spotlight
Declining enrollment rates are leading to potential school closures and budget cuts across San Jose.
San Jose school bond could fund teacher housing - San Jose Spotlight
San Jose Unified School District is seeking approval for a $1.2 billion bond to improve facilities and provide affordable housing for employees.
Want to teach? New Alameda County partnership will help prospective educators earn a credential for as little as $42 a month
Alameda County Office of Education partners with Reach University to address the East Bay teacher shortage by offering a low-cost teacher credential program.
Opinion: Californians divided on LGBTQ issues at schools, but there's a path to parental support
Parents' rights movement gaining momentum in education
Shift to focusing on LGBTQ issues in schools
LAUSD fined $8 million for staffing violations. Too many students, not enough teachers
LAUSD fined $8.1 million for violations in transitional kindergarten program.
Financial Aid: California Uses Authentic Feel in Social Media Campaign
A new campaign is launched in California to encourage more high school seniors to apply for financial aid, based on novel market research insights.
East Bay parents' lawsuit forces California schools to track discrimination against students
California to take more hands-on steps to prevent discrimination in schools, ensuring fairness for students with disabilities, English learners, and Black students.
Berkeley teacher a state finalist for presidential award in STEM teaching
A Berkeley teacher, Cherene Fillingim-Selk, is a finalist for the 2024 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
What to Expect When Enrolling Your Child in Transitional Kindergarten | KQED
California is working towards offering transitional kindergarten to all 4-year-olds by 2025-26.