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school funding

Put students first – return $12.5 billion in deferrals to schools

by Guest Commentary January 6, 2021January 5, 2021

It is time for the governor and the Legislature to put money back where it belongs so schools can give students an equitable opportunity to learn.

internet access

To help address learning disparities, boost internet access for low-income students

by Guest Commentary January 5, 2021January 5, 2021

Will Gov. Newsom patch up the Local Control Funding Formula for schools?

by Guest Commentary January 5, 2021January 4, 2021

Families gathered at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland to protest the continuation of public school closures across California on Dec. 5, 2020. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters

Legislators increase pressure to open schools as most stay closed this fall

by Ricardo Cano December 8, 2020December 9, 2020

We must reclaim the democratic purpose of California schools

by Guest Commentary December 8, 2020December 7, 2020

Reform the Brown Act to enhance transparency and public access

by Guest Commentary November 4, 2020November 3, 2020

California Capitol. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters

Misusing taxpayers’ money for campaigns

by Dan Walters October 13, 2020October 13, 2020

How should California define student success in 2020?

by Guest Commentary August 11, 2020August 11, 2020

school reopen

Schools cannot reopen on their own; a national crisis requires a national response

by Guest Commentary August 10, 2020August 17, 2020

Schools may return to 100% distance learning

by Emily Hoeven July 9, 2020July 9, 2020