PEF’s Giving Campaign launching grade-level participation challenge By Piedmont Education Foundation | October 30, 2026 Competition split across elementary, middle, and high schools.
California How many University of California students fail introductory math classes? By Michael Burke and Yuxuan Xie | EdSource | October 20, 2026 The share of students who received a D or F, withdrew, or did not pass has nearly doubled since the 2020-21 academic year.
Bay Area Immigrant student enrollment has taken a nosedive in California schools By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | October 19, 2026 In Oakland, the drop forced the district to close almost two-thirds of their newcomer programs.
Education Community support fuels educational excellence in Piedmont schools By Piedmont Education Foundation | October 16, 2026 Piedmont Education Foundation highlights essential impact of annual Giving Campaign and community volunteerism.
California A parents’ guide to understanding the 2026 California School Dashboard By John Fensterwald | EdSource | October 16, 2026 The state dashboard provides a big picture of every district’s and school’s performance based on multiple measures.
California 9 California universities rank among top 100 in the world By EdSource Staff | October 13, 2026 Six UC campuses and three private California universities made the grade.
Education The UC got rid of the SAT in admissions. It may be on its way back By Mikhail Zinshteyn | CalMatters | October 8, 2026 After the UC stopped requiring the SAT, some professors say students are coming in with weak math and writing skills.
California School superintendent turnover rates returning to pre-pandemic levels By Diana Lambert | EdSource | October 6, 2026 During the pandemic there was a 45% increase in superintendent turnover nationally.
education First priority for California’s next state superintendent: Negotiate a job description By John Fensterwald and Emma Gallegos | EdSource | October 6, 2026 Join EdSource on October 7 for a live virtual debate with the two candidates for California Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Bay Area Cal State goes all in on AI, but some job-seeking students remain skeptical By William Melhado and Mariana Sanchez | EdSource | October 5, 2026 The CSU system was the first public university nationwide to offer students ChatGPT access to help them prepare for a workforce impacted by AI.
Bay Area Wrap-up: What bills did Gavin Newsom sign into law — or veto — in his final year leading California? By CalMatters Staff | October 2, 2026 A rundown of legislative proposals that made the cut.