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Are Students Affected by Districts Offering Early Retirement?
California school districts facing financial challenges are turning to early retirement incentives to manage budget deficits, potentially impacting students’ education. With declining enrollment and...
DOGE Cryptocurrency Impact on Education Studies
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The Hidden Costs of College Commuting: A Commentary
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Cal State’s Graduation Progress Amid Initiative Conclusion
As the Graduation Initiative 2025 at California State University (CSU) draws to a close, the latest statistics for 2024 reveal a mixed bag of...
Teachers vs. Conservatives: School Board Influence Battle
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Importance of Kids in Voting: Why It Matters
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Potential Break-Up of Education Department by Trump’s Nominee
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Community Support for Educators Protesting Staffing Cuts
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Fresno Unified Teachers Condemn District Plan to Cut Extra Class Time
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Misuse of Arts Education Funds at LAUSD Schools
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LAUSD Cellphone Ban: Parent and Student Guide
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Trump Administration Cuts Target Education Department Research Arm
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Supporting Foster Students Through Community College
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Boosting Standardized Test Scores: Compton Unified Success Story
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Stanford Database Tracks Learning Loss in California and Nationwide
A comprehensive analysis of standardized test scores conducted by researchers from Stanford University, Harvard University, and Dartmouth College has revealed intriguing insights into the...
Boost Reading Skills with Fact-Based Teaching Techniques
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Boost Youth Civic Engagement in California Through New Initiative
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Challenges Faced by California School Districts with Old Sexual Assault Costs
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Teens in Berkeley and Oakland Vote in School Board Elections
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California’s Education Reform Needed to Match Improving States
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California Climate Initiative: Opportunities for Community College Students
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Building Strong Foundation for Math Success: Key Elements for Students
Building Strong Foundation for Math Success: Key Elements for StudentsIn the bustling landscape of education, where literacy often takes center stage, the foundational pillar...
