California reading scores are up, thanks to literacy investments. Can the state do more?
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In 2023 California allocated $500 million in grants for schools to hire literacy coaches and take other steps to boost reading skills.
Education
California school libraries blindsided by ‘catastrophic’ state budget cut
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The budget cut $5.5 million for school libraries, which pays online fees for student research materials in public schools across the state.California
Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities?
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Only 1 in 3 students with disabilities receive their preschool education in a classroom with their non-disabled peers.Careers
There are 2 types of grade inflation. Students’ learning and earnings are at risk
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New research finds giving a D rather than an F can help — but pumping up averages lowers graduation rates, college attainment, and future income.Schools
New PHS suggestion box elevates student voices
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PHS junior Raffaello Banin leads a team of students to review suggestions and turn them into action.Featured in Category
Photos | Graduation Day 2026
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MHS and PHS seniors completed their K-12 journey this week.Education
Piedmont says yes to parcel tax extension
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Voters appear to reject funding measures in two other Alameda County school districts.Featured in Category
Adult School celebrates long-time exercise instructor
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Jacqui Birdsong-James has been part of the Piedmont Adult School community for nearly 50 years.Bay Area
California’s next governor to tackle major education decisions
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New superintendent of public instruction may have a reduced role.Featured in Category
PHS honors 2026 Senior Awards recipients
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Updated with music department awards that were announced at the May 21 Spring Concert.Education
