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Leader of L.A.'s community colleges announces early retirement

Chancellor Francisco Rodriguez says he’s retiring to take care of his ailing father, but the announcement comes amid district turmoil.

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California’s two biggest school districts botched AI deals. Here are lessons from their mistakes.

Educators can learn caution from AI mistakes in Los Angeles and San Diego. But they also face pressure to adopt the technology quickly.

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As LGBTQ library material comes under fire, California may ban book bans

Fresno County is about to appoint a library review committee that critics say will censor children’s books. But a bill before the Legislature would outlaw such groups in California.

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Cal State board anticipates a ‘painful year’ as campuses cut costs

California State University is taking the forecast of a snowballing budget gap so seriously, even a recent message touting a new hire came with the equivalent of a financial weather advisory.

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Not your parents' VBS: How vacation Bible schools are changing to meet new needs

For decades, churches have offered day camps for kids called vacation Bible schools — often known by their acronym, VBS. Now they're adapting to changing dynamics of family life and religious participation.

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5 tips to save money on back-to-school shopping — this weekend and beyond

Families are expected to spend $875 on average for school supplies, clothing and backpacks this year. Here are a few ways to help lower the bill.

A $10 billion bond alone won’t fix California schools so districts weigh local options

Los Angeles County districts have until August 9 to decide whether to ask local voters to approve bonds and parcel taxes.

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UC admits more California residents, looking to meet state goals

The University of California admitted a record number of California resident first-year students for the upcoming fall term, offering a spot to 93,920 of them, the university system announced Wednesday.

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University of California president Michael Drake to step down

Drake started as UC president in July 2020, charged with leading the UC system through the COVID-19 pandemic.

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LAUSD ordered to hand over records in long-running funding dispute with archdiocese

The district cut federal Title I funding by 90% for low-income students in Catholic schools.

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