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Trump canceled millions in California school grants. The state is suing to reclaim the money
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The money was already approved by Congress, yet the Trump administration overstepped its authority.Education
Fight over phonics: Will California require the ‘science of reading’ in K-12 schools?
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Nearly 60% of third graders aren’t reading at grade level; A new bill would require a phonics-based approach to teach students.Education
Advice to California schools on Trump’s DEI crackdown: Do nothing — yet
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Attorney General Rob Bonta said DEI programs are legal and schools have a right to promote them.Education
How Trump’s drastic K-12 plans will — and won’t — change California schools
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Despite Trump’s plans, federal funding is a small part of California’s education budget and the state oversees curriculum.Education
Can California keep ICE away from schools? Lawmakers want to try as crackdowns loom
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A pair of bills in the Legislature can only delay, not stop, arrests.Education
Schools continue to rebound, thanks to influx of funding: 2024 year in review
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California spent billions on tutoring, after-school programs, counselors, summer school and other programs meant to help students rebound academically and emotionally from the pandemic.Education
Attendance is a bright spot in the latest California School Dashboard
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Chronic absenteeism dropped to 20% last school year, but that is still higher than the pre-pandemic rate of 12%.Education
Fewer kids are going to California public schools. Is there a right way to close campuses?
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Declining enrollment, the end of pandemic relief funding and uncertain state funding are forcing school districts to make some difficult decisions.Education
