California
Education
Can California withstand a teacher retirement boom?
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California schools could be facing the largest number of teacher retirements ever, but factors like enrollment drops should take the sting out of it.COVID-19
Debate begins about mask requirements in school this fall
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School officials will need to grapple with decisions about who should wear masks, and when, in preparation for the new school year in fall.California
California’s community colleges move to require ethnic studies for all students
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Local college districts will refine the details of each college's ethnic studies course offerings.Arts & Entertainment
College credit for playing video games? At some California campuses, it’s happening
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At least six Cal State campuses and nearly all of the University of California campuses have created esports programs since 2015, in which students host and compete in live tournaments, sometimes funded by corporate sponsors.California
How California college savings accounts sow the seeds of higher learning at a young age
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Experts say college savings account programs, like the one proposed by Gov. Newsom for low-income students, can get families to look forward to college for their children.California
California math curriculum spurs new controversy about accelerated learning
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A broad look from EdSource at new voluntary guidance for math instruction. Some Piedmont parents are among those concerned about the guidance, which critics argue stunts potential for students in advanced math pathways.California
Analysis faults districts on lack of spending accountability for Covid funding
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With unprecedented billions of dollars, advocacy groups want details on how funding will help students targeted for extra assistance.California
Newsom proposes major funding increase for student mental health services
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Proposed funding, released in an update to Newsom's state budget plan, includes $1 billion to help schools pair with community health organizations to provide mental health services.Cal
