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Disruptions in hands-on programs contributed to enrollment drop at community colleges
Disruptions to academic programs with significant hands-on components, such as construction trades and mechanical and repair technology, heavily contributed to pandemic-related enrollment declines at community colleges, a new working paper suggests.
New law on mental health curriculum goes into effect with start of the new year
Senate Bill 224 requires all school districts that offer health classes to include mental health as part of the curriculum. The California Department of Education has until Jan. 1, 2023 to incorporate mental health into the state standards, and districts have until Jan. 1, 2024 to begin teaching the new material.
Oakland students threaten to boycott classes unless school district meets covid demands
Students from the Oakland Unified School District have threatened to strike and not attend in-person classes unless the California district reverts to remote learning or complies with a list of health and testing demands that include KN95 masks for each student, more testing and expanded outdoor space for lunchtime.
California governor proposes almost $40B for higher ed, sets long-term goals
California Gov. Gavin Newsom released a 2022-23 budget proposal Monday that would spread $39.6 billion across the state's three college systems and the California Student Aid Commission. At the same time, the governor's plan outlines ambitious goals for postsecondary attainment, equity, access and affordability.
California schools face funding crisis as student population declines
Gov. Gavin Newsom projected another year of record funding for schools during his budget presentation on Monday but warned that some districts could be in financial trouble as student enrollment continues to decline.
California makes it easier to hire teachers amid shortages
Gov. Gavin Newsom said he has signed an executive order to allow schools more flexibility in staffing decisions like giving additional hours to substitute teachers and rehiring recent retirees for short stints. The order expires at the end of March.
Too many students just aren’t interested in what is being taught
Too many students are disengaged from the content of school. This is particularly concerning because engagement and cultural relevance have both been proven to have a positive impact on student outcomes, writes Relevant Learner's Noah Dougherty.
Superintendents share lessons learned after challenging start to 2021-22
Strong leadership and communication have been critical to administrative offices and all staff throughout schools.
The right priorities? Reactions to Gov. Newsom's 2022-23 higher ed budget
Read Anne Stanton's response to Governor Newsom's higher education budget proposal in EdSource.