Bay Area Child care in California hasn’t rebounded — why many workers aren’t coming back By Grace Gedye | CalMatters | October 29, 2021 Low wages contribute to acute staffing shortages.
California Can you teach reading on Zoom? By Karen D'Souza | EdSource | October 26, 2021 High-tech literacy projects emerged out of the pandemic as a way to ensure young students stay on track as they learn to read.
Arts & Entertainment Alameda County Fair makes rare October visit By Keith Burbank | Bay City News Foundation | October 22, 2021 The summertime event was delayed by COVID-19, and organizers are embracing the spirit of fall -- and Halloween.
Arts & Entertainment Simple safety tips for trick-or-treating in COVID times By Meg Sorg Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing, Purdue University | The Conversation | October 19, 2021 Basic protection measures from everyday life apply to trick-or-treating as well.
Around Town Wildwood Dads’ pumpkin patch is back By Exedra Staff | October 12, 2021 Online ordering and scheduled pick up are available again this year.
California Youthful advisers shape mental health program for their peers By Mark Kreidler | Kaiser Health News | October 4, 2021 A college student who grew up in the pressure cooker environment of Palo Alto is one of dozens of young people advising the new program.
Bay Area Fourth graders and their families can attend 19 state parks with free pass By Ali Tadayon | EdSource | October 1, 2021 Research shows that kids ages 9-11 are developmentally more receptive to engaging with nature and the environment.
Bay Area Will Biden’s reconciliation bill transform early childhood education? By Karen D'Souza | EdSource | October 1, 2021 Many families in California struggle to cover the cost of childcare.
City Help Wanted: PUSD, PRD still hiring for subs, after-school staff By Exedra Staff | September 28, 2021 School district raises pay for substitute teachers to attract applicants.
Arts & Entertainment San Francisco spends big on parades and festivals to boost economy By Daniel Montes | Bay City News | September 28, 2021 The city is banking on its long tradition of vibrant in-person events to draw crowds and tourists anew.