Education

How California channeled money to for-profit schools — while they were under investigation

California uses federal dollars intended to help students train for better jobs, but the money often goes to for-profit schools — even some under investigation.

Why LAUSD is betting school wellness centers can keep students healthy — and in the classroom

When health researchers looked at the outcomes of students after they visited L.A. school health clinics, they found attendance stabilized or improved — particularly for students who sought mental health treatment.

University of California protest restrictions miss the mark, some faculty and students say

UC campuses are to enforce encampment and mask restrictions to ensure safety and free speech after pro-Palestine protests.

A group of four people wearing helmets walk on a pathway. One person holds two water bottles. Another is wearing a white helmet and black vest with orange cross sign to indicate they're a medic.

More California schools are banning smartphones, but kids keep bringing them

Schools that banned phones a few years ago have advice for other districts as the governor calls for a crackdown.

Two students are walking to school, both wearing backpacks. One has brown baggy pants and a gray hoodie. The other is wearing khaki pants and a short black jacket, with another bag slung on one shoulder and a third bag in his left hand.

West LA College ordered to provide transportation for disabled students by next week, but will they comply?

Recent court order said college must provide transportation for disabled plaintiffs in lawsuit.

Bald person with walker surrounded by seven people in dark clothing.

Cal State, University of California ban encampments, impose protest rules

California's public universities issue similar restrictions in the wake of last spring's pro-Palestinian protests.

Various diverse people sit in a circle on a grassy lawn in front of a large brick university building. Many wear surgical masks and Keffiyehs. There are tents set up around them and a Palestinian flag can be seen hanging from the top of one of the tents.

For parenting students at community college, it takes a village. It also takes a grant

The Pasadena City College's family resource center was created two years ago, following a federal earmark to try out a more supportive form of child care.