Tag: Education policy
Private-school Voucher Plan in Republicans’ Tax Bill: 9 Key Details to Understand
So, like, Josh Cowen, a professor at Michigan State University who’s been studying vouchers for over 20 years, totally thinks that if the government...
Court ruling overturns Temecula Valley Unified’s ban on CRT
A California Court of Appeals Just Put a Stop to Temecula Valley Unified's Critical Race Theory BanIn a surprising turn of events, the Temecula...
Transitional Kindergarten in California: A Growing Education Trend
So, like, there's this whole transitional kindergarten thing happening in Long Beach, you know? It's for all the 4-year-olds in the area, which is...
Court Blocks Temecula Valley Unified School District’s CRT Ban
The Temecula Unified School District just got hit with a major setback — they can't enforce their ban on critical race theory (CRT) anymore...
Navigating Trump’s Education Policies for Students with Disabilities: Addressing Confusion and Fear
Students in special education classes rely on a variety of services to meet their needs, dude. A proposal to shift oversight of special education...
Strategies to Retain California’s Teacher Candidates
Well, well, well, look who we have here! Tylyn Fields, the beloved teacher, almost didn't make it to the classroom. Can you imagine that?...
LAUSD Board Passes Resolution in Support of Parent Employees
The Los Angeles Unified School District school board, at their meeting on Tuesday, unanimously approved a resolution to provide support to employees who are...
Boosting Early Literacy Funding: Newsom’s Budget Prioritizes Schools
Governor Gavin Newsom dropped some major knowledge during a press conference in Sacramento on May 14, 2025, where he spilled the tea on his...
Teachers Deserve Better: Union Leaders Speak Out on Teacher Appreciation Week
American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten was like, "Yo, with the mad skills teachers have and the amount of time they put into...
Education Researchers Challenge Trump Administration’s Authority | KQED
Demonstrators were outside the U.S. Department of Education offices in Washington, D.C. on March 13, 2025, not really sure why this matters, but they...
Denial of West Contra Costa Unified Charter Renewal Application.
So, like, the West Contra Costa school district board of trustees just denied the renewal petition for the Richmond Charter Academy after, like, five...
Reading Instruction Legislation: Last-Minute Agreement Secured
So, like, there's this new bill in California that's supposed to help teachers teach reading better. Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas is, like, pushing for...
Education Reports and Studies Facing Endangerment: What’s at Stake?
When you're on the hunt for research on four-day school weeks or how to teach fractions, or trying to track down a historical document...
Trump Criticizes California School Discipline Disparities
Fremont High School students in Oakland Unified use restorative justice circles to welcome newcomers, get to know each other and build bridges between different...
Who Decides Public School Curriculum: Supreme Court vs. School Boards
So, apparently, the U.S. Supreme Court is diving back into the whole culture wars thing. They're looking at a clash between school boards and...
Education Department Statistics Arm Reduced to 3 Staff: Chaos Ensues
Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, has recently made headlines with a drastic move that has left many in the...
Education Department Budget Halved: Impact and Losses Explained
Education Department Cuts Stir Controversy: What You Need to KnowThe U.S. Department of Education headquarters in Washington, D.C., is facing a significant shake-up. The...
Impact of California Civil Rights Office Closure on Students
The U.S. Department of Education recently made a significant announcement, revealing plans to cut its workforce nearly in half and close seven out of...
Preventing State Takeover: San Francisco School’s Top Priority
San Francisco School District Faces Urgent Crisis to Prevent State TakeoverSan Francisco, a city known for its vibrant culture and innovative spirit, finds itself...
Federal Investigation of California Schools’ Diversity Initiatives Sparks Concern
The Trump administration's recent move to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in schools has sparked widespread concern and uncertainty among educators and...
Textbook Evaluation Organization: Need for Evidence-Based Practices
The recent National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) report in California, revealing a decline in reading proficiency among fourth and eighth-grade students post-pandemic, serves...
Ex-Trump Commissioner Criticizes DOGE Education Data Cuts
Amidst a whirlwind of political tensions and bureaucratic upheavals, the realm of education data in the United States finds itself at a crossroads. The...
Proposition 2: Improving California’s Schools and Students
After years of neglect and underfunding, the state of California's schools is a critical issue that requires immediate attention. Dilapidated buildings, overcrowded classrooms, and...
Impact of Federal Policy Changes on California Education: Stay Updated.
In a whirlwind of federal policy changes impacting education, California schools and students are left navigating uncertain waters. The Trump administration has ushered in...
Impact of Rollback on Black History Month Celebration & Education
The Impact of Rollback on Black History Month Celebration & EducationAs Black History Month draws to a close, teachers across the nation are facing...
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...
Teachers vs. Conservatives: School Board Influence Battle
Teachers and Conservatives Clash in Local School Board BattlesElk Grove Unified's director of elementary school education, Jodi Boyle, is gearing up in support of...
Potential Break-Up of Education Department by Trump’s Nominee
Linda McMahon, the nominee for secretary of education under President Donald Trump's administration, faced a rigorous confirmation hearing in Washington, D.C., surrounded by her...
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...