Tag: Education policy
Trump Administration Cuts Target Education Department Research Arm
Education Department Research Arm Faces Severe CutsAn independent research arm within the U.S. Department of Education, known as the Institute of Education Sciences (IES),...
California’s Education Reform Needed to Match Improving States
California's Education Reform: A Call for Visionary LeadershipCalifornia's recent performance on the National Assessment for Educational Progress has left many disappointed, with stagnant scores...
Resisting Trump’s Classroom Censorship and Discrimination: Commentary
President Donald Trump's recent executive order, titled "Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling," has sparked outrage and concern among educators, advocates, and members of...
California Leaders Reject Trump Admin Order on School Immigration Enforcement
California Leaders Stand Strong Against Trump Administration Order on School Immigration EnforcementIn a recent turn of events, protesters in Bakersfield took to the streets...
Inspiring Change: New LAUSD Board Member’s Vision Post-Trump Inauguration
INSPIRING CHANGE: NEW LAUSD BOARD MEMBER KARLA GRIEGO'S VISION POST-TRUMP INAUGURATIONIn a time of political transition and uncertainty, Karla Griego, the newly elected Los...
Navigating the Presidential Election: Insights from California Teachers
California Teachers Navigating the Presidential ElectionIn the bustling state of California, where diversity thrives and opinions clash, history and social studies teachers are at...
Harris vs. Trump: Impact on California Students Today
Trump vs. Harris: The Future of California StudentsAs Californians head to the polls today, they are not just choosing a president but also deciding...
Challenges in Expanding Community College Bachelor’s Degrees in California
Challenges in Expanding Community College Bachelor’s Degrees in CaliforniaRudy Garcia, a hardworking father and IT support professional, was thrilled to hear about the opportunity...
Investing in Long-Term Bilingual Teacher Training for California Schools
Investing in Long-Term Bilingual Teacher Training for California SchoolsPhoto courtesy of SEALIn a world where speaking more than one language is not just a...
The Impact of Trump’s Victory on Education in California
Trump's Victory Casts Shadow Over California SchoolsRepublican Donald Trump's re-election is poised to ignite a firestorm of tension and conflict between the White House...
California Governor Newsom’s Proposal for Stable School Funding in 2025-26 with a Warning
**California Governor Newsom Proposes Stable School Funding in 2025-26 with a Warning**Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his proposed 2025-26 $322 billion state budget at California...
California Education Issues to Watch in 2025: Predictions and Analysis
California Education Issues to Watch in 2025: Predictions and AnalysisIn the picturesque setting of Cuyama Elementary School in Santa Barbara County, children line up...
Boosting Social Security Benefits for Retired California Teachers: What You Need to Know
California Retired Teachers to Receive Boost in Social Security BenefitsIn a groundbreaking move for educators and public sector workers in California, President Joe Biden...
California Education Chief Vows to Defend School Funding Amid Threats from Trump Administration
California Education Chief Vows to Protect School Funding Amid Threats from Trump AdministrationCalifornia's top education official, Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, has taken...
How to Keep Underenrolled Schools Open: Financial Strategies for Success
Financial Strategies for Underenrolled SchoolsIn September 2019, protesters gathered outside the Oakland Unified School District office to voice their opposition to school closures due...
Top 10 Most Popular EdSource Stories of 2024
**Top 10 Most Popular EdSource Stories of 2024****Published December 30, 2024**In the bustling landscape of California's public education system, EdSource stands out as a...
Expanding Arts Education Faces Challenges in LA and Beyond
California's Landmark Arts Education Initiative Faces Challenges and OpportunitiesCalifornia's ambitious arts education initiative, Proposition 28, is setting the stage for a transformation in schools...
Changes in STEM Math Placement at California Community Colleges: What You Need to Know
Changes in STEM Math Placement at California Community Colleges: What You Need to KnowIf you're a student at a California community college looking to...
6 Key Takeaways from the International Math Test Results: Identifying Gaps and Hope
Dwindling Middle Reflects Growing InequalityThe recent release of the 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) results has sent shockwaves through the...
Addressing Lead in Water: Oakland Unified Takes Action Amid Statewide Concerns
The Urgent Need for Lead-Free Water in Oakland SchoolsOakland students, parents, and educators are demanding action as lead levels in the drinking water of...
LAUSD Affirms Support for Immigrant and LGBTQ+ Students Before Trump Inauguration
LAUSD's Stand for Immigrant and LGBTQ+ Students Ahead of Trump's InaugurationIn the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election, anti-immigrant and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and policies have...
Debate Over STEM Math Placement Changes in California Community Colleges: Educator Perspectives
California Community Colleges Transition to Direct Enrollment in Calculus Raises Concerns among EducatorsCalifornia community colleges are on the brink of implementing significant changes to...
Navigating FAFSA Chaos: California College Financial Aid Chief’s Concerns Under Trump
Dr. Daisy Gonzales Tackles Financial Aid Crisis
When Dr. Daisy Gonzales was appointed as the executive director of the California Student Aid Commission amidst a...
Mandatory Reading Testing in 2025: State’s Progress towards Identification of Reading Difficulties
California to Implement Mandatory Reading Testing for Young Students in 2025-26In an effort to identify reading difficulties early on, Governor Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday...
Should the U.S. Department of Education be Eliminated?
Reimagining the U.S. Department of Education: A Battle of Ideals
In a time of political turmoil and ideological clashes, the fate of the U.S. Department...
Community Colleges Update STEM Math Placement Policies to Address Criticisms
Community Colleges Update STEM Math Placement Policies to Address CriticismsSTEM students in California community colleges will soon have the opportunity to enroll in calculus...
Trump’s Education Secretary Nominee: Detailed Policy Agenda Explained
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...
Newsom’s Next Move: Addressing Unfunded Ethnic Studies Mandate
Gov. Newsom Faces Complex Dilemma on Unfunded Ethnic Studies MandateGov. Gavin Newsom finds himself at a crossroads with a ticking clock as the deadline...
Community College Bachelor’s Degree Programs: Debunking Myths and Misconceptions
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...
State Board Criticized for Downplaying Low Student Test Scores
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...
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Understanding the Impact of the First Amendment on Student Protests on...
Understanding the First Amendment's Impact on Student Protests on CampusIn recent years, college campuses across the United States have become hotbeds of student protests,...