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Brooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Education

State makes record investment in nonpublic schools, enhances security amid rising hate crimes * Brooklyn Paper

The state is investing $467 million in nonpublic schools, the largest in the nation, focusing on security measures amidst increasing antisemitic incidents. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Education

Walters: California school budgets plagued by enrollment declines, absenteeism

California's public schools heavily rely on state budget allocations based on Proposition 98 which use attendance to distribute aid.
Enrollment in California schools is declining due to factors like population shifts and decreased birth rates, leading to ongoing debates about funding distribution. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

California narrowly passes Prop 1 plan aimed at tackling homelessness crisis

Proposition 1 in California will restructure the mental health system and address homelessness crisis.
The measure will raise $6.4bn over 20 years for housing, treatment facilities, and mental health programs. [ more ]
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