Education

California School Dashboard lacks pandemic focus, earns a D grade in report

California was one of eight states to receive a D grade on an A-F scale, behind the 29 states that did better, including 16 states with an A or B.

Two students on a sidewalk, both dressed in black and wearing backpacks. One has long, black, straight hair and is walking. The other has short black hair with a clean fade at the back of the neck and is riding a scooter. More students are seen in the distance walking along a tree-lined driveway, and many cars are parked along the curb.

What will it take to implement the English Learner Roadmap in all California schools?

Lawmakers are now pushing to fully implement the road map, which would require the California Department of Education to create a state implementation plan.

A classroom at Carson Street Elementary. There are 15 visible third grade students sitting at desks. The walls are a cream color. There is a corkboard with letters that spell out "Mindset Matters" and depictions of cursive letters lining the wall.

This new dorm will house both UC and community college students. Is it the way forward?

Housing going up at UC Riverside will create much-needed space for university students — and also for hundreds of community college students who are encouraged to transfer.

A rendering of what the new dorm will look like in the evening. The building is a mix of steel, glass, and wood. It is aglow with light from within, surrounded by small trees. People roam about, some in pairs. One is on a bicycle.

Can better school health care keep kids in class?

Los Angeles researchers will study the connection between chronic absenteeism and school wellness centers for the next five years.

Deadline for community college students to apply for financial aid is Sept. 3

The California Student Aid Commission is urging community college students to submit their applications by the deadline, which is for all types of financial aid.