Take Two translates the day’s headlines for Southern California, making sense of the news and cultural events that affect our lives. Produced by Southern California Public Radio and broadcast from October 2012 – June 2021. Hosted by A Martinez.
In California, voter approved funding for after school programs has provided students with academics, fun, and a safe space.
But these programs could end up on the chopping block because of two well-intentioned Sacramento policies: a higher minimum wage and greater flexibility for school districts to spend state funds.
Advocates say that after school programs serving tens of thousands of kids may have to close as a result.
KPCC education reporter Adolfo Guzman-Lopez has been covering this story. He joined Take Two's A Martinez for more.