California Understanding the debate behind California’s new math framework By Joe Hong | CalMatters | November 19, 2021 The state's suggested new framework, which aims to help more students connect with STEM subjects, has sparked widespread criticism.
California Cal State requires students to be vaccinated for COVID-19 — but mandate is unevenly enforced By Michaella Huck, Zaeem Shaikh, and Julian Mendoza | November 19, 2021 Some campuses bar students without proof of vaccination or an exemption, while others allow them to continue on-campus classes.
Cal Top official says UC admissions to remain test-free ‘now and into the future’ By Michael Burke | EdSource | November 18, 2021 UC also rejected using Smarter Balanced exams in admissions.
Education UC lecturers win raises, concessions in deal that averts two-day strike By Mikhail Zinshteyn | CalMatters | November 17, 2021 Agreement came after years of negotiating, heading off a planned strike.
Education UC lecturers will strike Wednesday, halting instruction for thousands of students By Mikhail Zinshteyn | CalMatters | November 16, 2021 The lecturer union and UC have made some progress in their multi-year impasse over a new contract, but many issues remain unsolved.
Education A Bay Area school district’s plan to reduce violence through nonviolent means By Ali Tadayon | EdSource | November 16, 2021 West Contra Costa Unified is prioritizing teaching students the social and emotional skills they need to avoid violence.
Cal Pandemic caused decline in international students at California colleges but return has begun By Larry Gordon | EdSource | November 15, 2021 Despite travel restrictions, California still enrolled most foreign students in nation, led by USC and UC campuses.
COVID-19 Most Americans give schools high marks on COVID safety, poll shows By Karen D'Souza | EdSource | November 12, 2021 The Axios/Ipsos Coronavirus Index poll found political affiliation did not significantly alter the responses about schools and COVID.
Bay Area SAT and ACT slip in priority among California high school students By Larry Gordon | EdSource | November 9, 2021 California's public universities won't consider SAT and ACT scores, but some students still take tests for scholarships and placement.
Bay Area The ‘absolutely essential’ role of Black counselors on campus By Carolyn Jones | EdSource | November 8, 2021 Black counselors can play a key role in ensuring Black students are placed in college prep classes and get mental health services.