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Where Can We Find the Money Schools Need?
by Carol Kocivar | June 21, 2020 | 2 Comments

To reopen schools safely will require more funding, not less. Where will it come from? Education advocates argue that it is time for a fresh look at tax breaks that reduce school funding.

Will School Budgets Survive?
by Carol Kocivar | May 25, 2020 | 0 Comments

A tsunami is about to wipe out California school budgets like sandcastles on a beach. Unless Congress acts, kids are going to get hurt, and the damage will be long-lasting. California's Education Coalition is calling on parents to speak out, before it's too late.

California School Budgets: The damage is even worse than it looks
by Jeff Camp | April 9, 2020 | 4 Comments

California's education budget is already in worse shape than most people realize. The economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic could clobber education for years. Without prompt federal support, students and teachers are in for a world of hurt. This post breaks it down.

How the State Budget Affects Your School
by Carol Kocivar | January 12, 2020 | 5 Comments

Governor Newsom just released his proposed budget for the state. Carol summarizes what it means for public education, and how to learn more about it.

Ed100 Chapter of the Month #8: Resources
by Jeff Camp | March 3, 2019 | 1 Comment

California's funding for education has been skimpy for decades. Chapter 8 lays out the facts, including where the money for education comes from, where it goes, and what it buys.

What Every School Board Candidate Should Know About Money
by Molly McGee Hewitt | October 20, 2018 | 0 Comments

How much money do schools really have? Where does it come from, and is it enough? What should a school board member know about how to put together a budget? Molly McGee Hewitt (of CASBO) reviews the basics.

Education Change Happens. Slowly.
by Jeff Camp | April 23, 2018 | 1 Comment

The education system changes, but slowly. These charts compare the education systems of all US states and show how things have changed over 45 years. California stands out, unfortunately.

Another Skimpy Budget for California Education
by Jeff Camp | January 20, 2018 | 0 Comments

On the surface, California's new draft budget seems great. But it does little to really change the state's skimpy investment in children. This post explains.

Five Stanzas for Jerry Brown
by Jeff Camp | December 4, 2017 | 0 Comments

My muse struck: Could I describe the five-year accomplishments and shortfalls of Jerry Brown's signature education reform in five stanzas? I had to try.

Flush With Cash?
by Carol Kocivar | January 22, 2017 | 0 Comments

In his inaugural address, President Trump described America’s public schools as "flush with cash". How do California schools compare to the one the president chose for his son?

Stay Current: Here's What You Missed
by Jeff Camp | August 2, 2016 | 0 Comments

We work hard to keep the lessons of Ed100 up to date. Here are 16 changes and updates we've made because they might affect you, your child and your school community.

Is there more money for schools?
by Jeff Camp | February 8, 2015 | 0 Comments

The extra funding for schools this year is enough to get us out of the hole, but falls well short of providing what California's schools need. We list a few of the improvements our schools need--things that people in most other states just take for granted.

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