Education Biden administration: Schools must resume standardized testing this spring By Sydney Johnson | EdSource | February 23, 2021 Federal authorities will allow for flexible options, but some educators are concerned about reliability, and the impact of high-stakes testing on children after a year of the pandemic.
covid California to set aside 10 percent of vaccine shipments for teachers By Eli Walsh | Bay City News Foundation | February 19, 2021 Vaccinations continue to be a sticking point between Newsom's administration, state legislators and teachers' unions.
Featured in Category Nominations open for PEF board of directors By Piedmont Education Foundation | February 19, 2021 The nominations accepted through mid-March for individuals who are passionate about supporting Piedmont schools.
High School Newsom: Youth outdoor sports could resume as soon as next Friday By Eli Walsh | Bay City News Foundation and Exedra Staff | February 19, 2021 Alameda County one of 27 counties that already meet the state's caseload threshold to reopen outdoor youth sports.
Education Veteran teachers surveyed worry about COVID-19’s long-term harm on students By John Fensterwald | EdSource | February 19, 2021 Comprehensive survey of CA teachers show agreement about academic and mental health damage from the pandemic.
Featured in Category Photos | Inside the PHS STEAM building By Exedra Staff | Photos by Julie Reichle | February 16, 2021 There may not be a grand celebration when the site finally opens to students, but the new STEAM building is almost ready for its closeup.
COVID-19 PUSD teachers among first to get vaccines at Coliseum By Exedra Staff | Photos courtesy of Jana Branisa | February 16, 2021 The sign-up site is glitchy and unreliable, but a group of local educators were able to sign up and get their shots.
Schools PUSD calls for substitute teachers amid qualified staffing shortage By Exedra Staff | February 16, 2021 A larger pool of substitute teachers will help the return to on-campus instruction, said Superintendent Randy Booker.
City Pilot COVID-19 testing program for TK-6 students looking for volunteers By Exedra Staff | February 16, 2021 PUSD is seeking 250 children to participate in the saliva-based testing pilot; parent volunteers are also needed to help facilitate.
California California teacher credentialing requirements continue to be eased during pandemic By Diana Lambert | EdSource | February 15, 2021 With the hope of easing the teacher shortage, a waiver allows teacher candidates to teach while completing required exams and courses.