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LAUSD reaffirms support for immigrant and LGBTQ+ students before Trump inauguration

In response to the rise of anti-immigrant and anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments following Donald Trump's re-election, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has taken a strong stance to support these communities. During a recent board...
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Charges of Antisemitism and Civil Rights Violations at California Charter School District

Sequoia Union High School District in Redwood City has been hit with lawsuits alleging antisemitism and civil rights violations by parents of a former student and six other families in the Bay Area. The...
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Supporting Black Students in Higher Education: A Commentary on a New Path

Since the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to end race-conscious college admissions, there has been a noticeable decline in Black student enrollment at many selective universities this fall. This decline adds to the ongoing trend...
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Reducing Lead Levels in California Schools’ Drinking Water: A Comprehensive Guide

This map shows data collected from the California State Water Resources Control Board and various school districts regarding lead levels in drinking water. The information includes data from before and after 2020, such as...
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Addressing Lead in Water: Oakland Unified School District’s Challenge and California’s Limited Awareness

Oakland students recently gathered in front of city hall to advocate for lead-free drinking water in their schools. The students shared their concerns about elevated lead levels in the school's drinking water, with some...
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Bay Area School District Resolves Lawsuit Over Unfair Education Practices

Pittsburg Unified School District in the Bay Area recently resolved a lawsuit that claimed Black students and English learners were unfairly treated in terms of education. The settlement was reached on October 23, addressing...
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California Community Colleges: New STEM Math Placement Changes Explained

California Community Colleges: New STEM Math Placement Changes ExplainedIf you’re a student at one of California’s community colleges and you plan to study a STEM field, you’ll typically have to pass calculus first before...
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California Community Colleges: Rising Financial Aid Fraud Crisis

California Community Colleges: Battling Financial Aid Fraud California's community colleges have been facing a surge in financial aid fraud perpetrated by scammers posing as students, a trend that has only worsened since the Covid-19 pandemic....
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Embracing a New Career Path: The Benefits of Returning to School

When I decided to enroll in community college, my goal wasn’t to get a degree — I wanted a new job. I have my bachelor’s degree in acting and was a professional actor until the...
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UC Announces Significant Tuition Hike for Non-California Residents

The University of California has announced a significant increase in tuition for out-of-state undergraduate students who will be entering the university in the upcoming fall semester. The tuition hike, approved by a key board...
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Expanding Arts Education Hindered by Teacher and Classroom Shortages in Los Angeles

California's ambitious arts education initiative, Proposition 28, faces significant challenges in Los Angeles due to a shortage of teachers and classroom space, according to a recent report. The groundbreaking initiative, approved by voters in...
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Improving Teacher Morale: Analyzing Damaging District Practices

You are being excessed. Those three little words were spoken by my principal at the first staff meeting, my first day back at work, just three days before the start of the school year. Excessed....
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California Education Chief Vows to Protect School Funding Amid Trump’s Dept. of Education Cuts

California's State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond, held a news conference in Sacramento on Friday to address President-elect Donald Trump's plans to abolish the U.S. Department of Education. Thurmond expressed concern that this...
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School Board Election Results: Success for Both Conservative and Progressive Candidates

School board elections have been a hot topic in California recently, with tensions rising between conservative and progressive candidates over educational policies regarding gender identity and racial equity. In the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School...
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California voters approve $10 billion school construction bond

Californians recently voted in favor of a $10 billion initiative to support construction projects for schools and community colleges. This victory for Proposition 2 will be the first state bond for school construction since...
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Impact of Trump’s Win on California Education

The re-election of Donald Trump is expected to lead to a period of conflict and tension between the White House and California's political and education leaders. Trump's focus on cultural ideology rather than education...
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Protecting California Students: Education Leaders Address Trump Policy Concerns

Alejandra Lopez, a political science student at Cal Poly Pomona, was deeply distressed to see Donald Trump potentially winning a second term in office after the swing states that had gone for Joe Biden...
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Empowering Student Voices: The Importance of Inclusive Decision-Making in Elections

As the nation focuses on the presidential elections, two local school board races in Oakland and Berkeley are making history for a different reason. For the first time, young people aged 16 and 17...
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California students face high stakes in Harris vs. Trump showdown

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have different views on education and the role of the federal government in shaping it. The election outcome today will determine the future of the nation's educational system.During his...
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Unlocking the Potential: Excel in Advanced Mathematics as a Student

Last year, my seventh-grade math class embarked on a unique project that involved designing and creating piñatas with specific volume and surface area constraints. This project required students to apply three-dimensional figures and proportional...
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Navigating the Presidential Election: Insights from California Teachers

In the weeks leading up to the presidential election, California history and social studies teachers have approached the topic with varying degrees of caution and enthusiasm. According to a survey conducted by EdSource, most...
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Urgent Action Needed to Support Thousands of Homeless LA Students

Homelessness is a pressing issue that affects many families and children in Los Angeles County. It is crucial to recognize and act urgently to address the needs of these vulnerable populations. According to the...
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Engaging California Student Voters: Quizzes, Coffee Sleeves, and Door-Knocking

Every Monday for the past few weeks, Cal Poly Pomona student Melvyn Hernandez has been manning a table outside the Bronco Student Center to register fellow students to vote. He comes prepared with snacks,...
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Empowering Youth Civically: California Foundations’ Initiative

As Californians prepare for upcoming elections that could have a significant impact on the youth, a group of foundations in California has come together to establish a fund aimed at enhancing the role of...
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California Climate Initiative: New Opportunities for Community College Students

As time goes by, we are becoming more aware of how climate change can impact our lives. In California, the most prominent issues are the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires and the long-term...
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Teen voters in Berkeley and Oakland make history in school board elections

Teenagers in Berkeley and Oakland are making history by being able to vote in their local school board elections for the first time. This change came after the approval of Measure Y in Berkeley...
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Improving Graduation Rates at Cal State: Progress and Challenges

California State University (CSU) has been working towards improving graduation rates as part of its Graduation Initiative 2025 effort. The latest statistics show that progress has been made in increasing the four-year graduation rate...
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Why It’s Important to Bring Children to Vote: A Commentary on Civic Engagement and...

Children have the potential to be active participants in shaping the future through civic engagement and education. Encouraging children to participate in the voting process from a young age can help them develop a...
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Navigating the Political Landscape of School Board Elections: Impact of Teachers vs. Conservatives

California school board elections have taken on a new level of importance this year, drawing significant attention from the California Teachers Association (CTA) and conservative organizations like the California Republican Party. While these races...
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The Hidden Costs of College Commuting: What You Need to Know

College students face not only the high tuition fees but also additional costs that come with attending a university. These costs include on-campus housing, meal plans, books, transportation, off-campus housing, and even a computer....