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Expert Advice for California's Mental Health LegislationFormer U.S. Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy has been a driving force behind mental health legislation, advocating for greater access to care and resources for those struggling with mental...

Former President Barack Obama sent a special message to the inaugural class of the new Black Honors College at California State University, Sacramento. This groundbreaking institution, launched in August, is aiming to become one...

California's School Funding Forecast for 2025-26 In a surprising turn of events, the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) projected increased funding for TK-12 schools and community colleges in 2025-26. This forecast comes on the heels of...

California School Dashboard Data Unveiled: A Detailed Look at Education TrendsOn November 21, 2024, the California Department of Education made waves by releasing the latest data on school and district performance through the official...

California's Education Recovery: Progress and Challenges AheadCalifornia's K-12 schools have shown significant progress in various areas during the last academic year, such as a slight increase in graduation rates, a decrease in suspensions, and...

Community Colleges Update STEM Math Placement Policies to Address CriticismsSTEM students in California community colleges will soon have the opportunity to enroll in calculus prerequisites like trigonometry even if they didn't take those classes...

Trump's Education Secretary Nominee: Linda McMahon's Policy AgendaLinda McMahon, a former administrator of the Small Business Administration, has recently been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the Education Secretary. This surprising selection...

Gov. Newsom Faces Complex Dilemma on Unfunded Ethnic Studies MandateGov. Gavin Newsom finds himself at a crossroads with a ticking clock as the deadline for providing ethnic studies in high schools looms closer. Three...

Improving Graduation Rates Across Cal State Campuses: A Closer LookCal State universities have been making strides in improving graduation rates, but recent data reveals a mixed bag of successes and setbacks across different campuses....

California and the nation are on the cusp of a significant shift in high school graduation rates that will shape the educational landscape for decades to come. The "Knocking at the College Door" report...

Supporting Student-Athletes: Enhancing the College ExperienceCollege athletes are often in the news for their sports achievements, but what sometimes goes unnoticed is the balancing act they perform as student-athletes. Division I student-athletes at California...

Cal State Campuses Experience Mixed Enrollment Trends: Increases at Some, Decreases at OthersThe California State University system is facing a diverse set of enrollment trends across its 23 campuses. While some campuses, like Cal...

Embracing Music in College: A Personal JourneyAs a college student, the whirlwind of balancing academics, work, and social life can often feel overwhelming. However, there is one aspect of my college experience that has...

Teaching is an incredibly demanding profession, often leaving educators feeling drained at the end of the day. When I first started my journey as a teacher, I found myself constantly exhausted as I navigated...

Creating a Meritocratic Society Through Personalized Education: Why One-Size-Fits-All Won't Cut ItA seismic shift in the education landscape is underway, challenging the status quo and advocating for a more inclusive and dynamic approach to...

Miglani's Experience with AI ToolsMiglani, a college student, finds AI tools like ChatGPT helpful for summarizing readings and making tasks easier. He uses these tools for homework assignments and checking math problems, although they...

Addressing Student Mental Health Crisis in Rural Central Valley In the heart of California's Central Valley lies Tulare County, a rural area plagued by a mental health crisis among its student population. Greg Salcedo, a...

Ensuring College Success: Strategies for Making Higher Education WorthwhileThe national conversation around the value of pursuing a college or university education has escalated, transcending political debates and grocery prices. Education is a pathway to...

Community College Bachelor’s Degree Programs: Breaking Down Barriers and Dispelling MythsCommunity college bachelor’s degree programs are paving the way for greater access to higher education and socioeconomic mobility for students who have traditionally been...

The Importance of Outdoor Play for Children’s DevelopmentIn a world dominated by screens and schedules, the need for children to engage in outdoor play has never been more critical. Angela Hanscom, an occupational therapist...

Cindy Crisanto Overcomes Obstacles to Pursue Construction Career Cindy Crisanto, a single mother of two, has embarked on a new journey as an ironworker apprentice thanks to a child care benefit provided by California's state...

California Education Policy: Navigating Challenges for Student SuccessAs California looks to the future post-election, the importance of clear-eyed strategies to address pressing challenges in education policy has never been more evident. With a myriad...

Unlocking the Joy of DanceGabriela Rodriguez, a 19-year-old studying Level 6 at New Ballet in San Jose, has a remarkable journey that began in the third grade when she first encountered the magic of...

State Board Criticized for Downplaying Low Student Test ScoresParents across California are up in arms over proposed changes to the descriptions of their children's scores on the Smarter Balanced assessments. The State Board of...

Boosting School Attendance Through Collaboration with Native TribesAt Watonga High School in Oklahoma, a remarkable initiative is making waves in the education sector by significantly reducing Native student absenteeism rates. Hollie Youngbear, the school...

California is falling behind on bilingual education, researchers urge funding and supportCalifornia is lagging behind when it comes to enrolling students in bilingual education programs, despite having ambitious goals laid out in documents like...

Theresa Montaño, a professor in Chicano/a Studies at CSU Northridge and a member of the LAUSD-UTLA Ethnic Studies Committee, is a defendant in the lawsuit.Credit: Luis Garcia / California State University, Northridge A federal judge...

Social worker Mary Schmauss, right, greets students as they arrive for school in October Algodones Elementary School in Algodones, New Mexico. Credit: Roberto E. Rosales / AP Photo After missing 40 days of school last...

Improving Writing Instruction Through Close Study of Student WorkAn instructional leader in a Bay Area school district shared a concerning trend last week - while reading scores have been on the rise for the...

Universities across the country have been implementing stricter rules and punishments in response to pro-Palestinian activism on campuses. This crackdown on protests seems to be yielding results, as there have been significantly fewer protest...