Around Town Choral festival unites elite youth choirs from around the world By Lou Fancher | July 13, 2026 PEBCC Artistic Director Eric Tuan in conversation about the Golden Gate International Choral Festival taking place this week through July 18.
College More autistic students attend college than campuses realize, research finds By EdSource Staff | July 7, 2026 The rise in autistic college students comes from earlier diagnoses and improved interventions — along with increased awareness and reduced stigma.
Education Transgender athletes still protected in California, Supreme Court rules By Carolyn Jones | CalMatters | June 30, 2026 The ruling allows states to ban transgender student athletes from playing on girls’ and women’s teams, but doesn’t require it.
Education California school libraries blindsided by ‘catastrophic’ state budget cut By Carolyn Jones | CalMatters | June 30, 2026 The budget cut $5.5 million for school libraries, which pays online fees for student research materials in public schools across the state.
Uncategorized Summer jobs are getting harder for teens to find By Yuxuan Xie | EdSource | June 22, 2026 Job announcements in the entertainment and leisure sectors have plummeted compared to a year ago.
Careers There are 2 types of grade inflation. Students’ learning and earnings are at risk By Chad Aldeman | The74 | June 19, 2026 New research finds giving a D rather than an F can help — but pumping up averages lowers graduation rates, college attainment, and future income.
Arts & Entertainment Young People’s Symphony Orchestra ends season with Pops / Pre-Tour Concert By Young People’s Symphony Orchestra | June 5, 2026 The June 7 event features Americana classics along with Nordic masterworks that preview YPSO's upcoming international tour repertoire.
Bay Area California’s next governor to tackle major education decisions By Diana Lambert | EdSource | June 2, 2026 New superintendent of public instruction may have a reduced role.
Education National teachers union president calls for screen bans, AI limits in schools By Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | May 28, 2026 The plan includes prohibiting AI use by elementary students and chatbots for all students under 16 years of age.
Education What would get Gen Z to vote in California’s primary? These candidates are trying By Kahani Malhotra and Chrissa Olson | CalMatters | May 28, 2026 Historical voter turnout data show that voters aged 29 and younger disproportionately sit out primary elections in California compared to the general voting population.