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Here’s Why California Lawmakers Are Pushing Again For Mandatory Kindergarten

Two Southern California lawmakers are trying to make kindergarten mandatory, even after Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed similar legislation in 2022.

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What Students Learn From Their Big Bear Bald Eagle (And Real Life) Teachers

Tens of thousands of people have tuned in to watch Jackie and Shadow’s Big Bear nest, including students from around the country.

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Getting Paid To Go To School? California’s Community Colleges Try It Out

As California’s cost of living goes up, community college has become unaffordable for many students. As part of a $30 million pilot program, some California community college students will get paid by the hour to attend school and do homework.

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California Schools Gained Billions During COVID-19. Now The Money Is Running Out

California schools got $23.4 billion in federal pandemic relief money. Low-income schools that got the most may be hardest hit when the funds expire this year.

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UC Professors’ Math Problem: How Does Data Science Fit In?

Advocates urge treating introductory data science as an engaging alternative for non-STEM majors.

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Still Relevant: English Learners Show And Tell In The Classroom

Through thoughtfully chosen objects, students at Mt. San Antonio College share a longing for family and friends, challenges they’ve faced, and changes in perspective.

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Chino Valley Unified School Board Approves New Parental Notification Policy

It’s similar to a previous policy that was later blocked in court and sparked a civil rights lawsuit from state Attorney General Rob Bonta.

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From Southeast LA To The Red Carpet: How Community College Helped Carlos Aguilar Become A Film Critic

As an undocumented student, Aguilar didn’t qualify for financial aid. It was up to him to pay his way through school.

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Many Community Colleges Serve Basic Needs. But Free Dental Care? That's A Crowning Achievement

Oral health can impact academic performance. It can also be a learning opportunity for dental hygiene students.

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The Secret World Behind School Fundraisers And Turning Kids Into Salespeople

Offsetting the costs of things like field trips with fundraising happens at pretty much every school. Wealthy schools also fundraise to help cover the cost of their more expensive trips. But why is this the system?

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