Tag: California

Story / Case Study / Commentary

Personalized Learning as Transformative Learning

Stanford University Graduate School of Education, John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities

A profile of California Alternative Education describing the efforts of Big Picture Learning in southern California.

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Research/Report

Using Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds to Support Student

All4Ed

A policy guide to using federal coronavirus relief funds to improve college access and success.

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Story / Case Study / Commentary

CFJ Youth Leaders Secure Major Wins in Long Beach & Fresno Unified

Californians for Justice

A blog post showcasing the achievements of youth organizers in Fresno and Long Beach Unified School Districts, highlighting their successful campaigns for expanding ethnic studies, paying students for their expertise, establishing wellness centers, and prioritizing student health and resources for Black students.

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Tool / Toolkit

Step Up & Speak Up

createCA

A toolkit for advocating to public school boards.

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Story / Case Study / Commentary

The Road to Recovery: What Last Year’s Data Can Tell Us About Next Year’s Plans

Education Analytics, Inc.

An article highlighting the importance of data analysis on student performance to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning and well-being, particularly for students of color and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Emphasizes the need for data-driven decision-making to implement effective strategies for recovery in the upcoming school year.

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Research/Report

California Special Education Funding System Study, Part 2

WestEd

A report on findings, implications, and considerations for improving special education funding in California.

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Graphic/Infographic

Why Art? Cards

California State University San Marcos Foundation

Cards, posters, and banners, available in both English and Spanish, help spread the message that art = opportunity by answering the question "Why Art?"

California English Learner Roadmap Implementation Guide and Toolkit for Administrators

Californians Together

A series of toolkits and guides designed to support California school administrators as they take up the challenge of leading and supporting the implementation of the 2017 California English Learner Roadmap policies.

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Research/Report

Renewing Our Promise: Research and Recommendations to Support California’s Long-Term English Learners

Californians Together

A report providing data and information about policy gains about California's long-term English learners (LTELs). Presents a roadmap with guidance for school districts seek to improve outcomes for English learner (EL) students.

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Policy Brief/Proposal

A Closer Look at Gov. Newsom’s Budget Proposal: Kindergarten through High School (K-12)

Education Trust, Inc.

A blog post delving into the details of California Governor Newsom's January 2021 budget proposal for K-12.

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Tool / Toolkit

COVID-19: Impact on Education Equity

Education Trust, Inc.

A collection of useful resources and information on responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, including efforts organized and led by community partners and advocates across the state of California; COVID-19 coalition responses; and resources for parents, families, teachers, advocates, and policymakers.

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Data for the People Hub

Education Trust, Inc.

A tool that compiles commonly referenced early education, K-12, and higher education public data sources into a series of data visualizations that paint a comprehensive picture of California’s educational landscape.

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Policy Brief/Proposal

Education Equity in Crisis: Following Up on Grading Policies Rooted in Equity

Education Trust, Inc.

An "Equity Alert" that looks at grading policies made later into the COVID-19 pandemic, including recommendations for actions that policymakers and systems leaders to take to address disconnected grading policies.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Governor Newsom’s Proposal on Local Education Agencies Confirmation of FAFSA or CADAA Applications

Education Trust, Inc.

A blog post presenting answers to frequently asked questions about California Governor Newsom's January 2021 budget proposal to ensure all high school seniors complete a Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

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From Crisis to Opportunity: Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan Checklist

Education Trust, Inc.

A checklist intended to provide an opportunity to ensure the students most deeply affected by school closures in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic received the support they needed to thrive in a distance learning environment.