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Charter schools in California now serve nearly one in ten students. Advocates for charter schools and teachers' unions are clashing over proposals that affect the future of charter schools. This post examines the legislation. It's a good example of how important policy is formed in this state.
We have reworked all of the lessons in Ed100, adding over 700 questions that make the lessons even easier to find, understand and use. The questions are implemented as "beacon links" that work on your computer or on your phone.
Graduation rates have been slowly, steadily rising in California, and so have college-ready rates. Graduation is a time to celebrate achievement, hopes, dreams, and the power of a good speech. Here are a few that stand out.
A big debate is brewing over what time school should start—especially for middle and high school students. The research for a later start is compelling, but change is hard.
Federal support for after-school programs is on the chopping block in the President's recently announced federal budget proposal. Even in California, funding shortfalls put these programs at risk. Should they be cut?
Put these items on your calendar NOW to learn what you need to know about the new California School Dashboard. You don’t want to miss out, do you? So Dash to it!
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?
Every few years, two major tests independently compare the learning of students around the world. According to both tests, American students are far from the head of the class. An ocean away, in fact.
The 2016 presidential campaign generated many "teachable moments" for all of us. Among the lessons: Don't be gullible.
How do we help children understand that words can hurt? How can we help our schools be more inclusive?
We always like to remind our kids that it pays to do your homework. Well, that's also true for grown-ups, especially Ed100 readers. Congratulations to the winners of the Ed100-PTA drawing!
What do California schools teach students about sex? The rules changed in 2015.
Missing just two days of school in a month is a key warning sign for trouble. Yes, there are some things your school can do about it.
The new Ed100, in English and Spanish, includes quizzes for each lesson and new functions to help you build your Ed100 team.
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