This report reviews how California’s Local Control Funding Formula has helped to improve student outcomes, points to challenges in its fiscal design, and highlights opportunities to strengthen it.

A study investigating the impacts of LCFF-induced increases in per-pupil spending on student achievement and behavioral outcomes.

A webpage about the fight for equitable school funding and the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) in California.

A comprehensive state-level policy roadmap to ensure that all California children have the necessary supports to reach their full potential.

This resource offers four recommendations to support Black student success, with a focus on the funding, Local Control Accountability Plans (LCAPs), and System of Support components of the California governor's 2023 budget proposal.

A brochure for K-12 and community college district leaders with recommendations for expanding dual enrollment access in their schools and communities.

Ed Trust-West's annual analysis of the California budget and proposed legislation for 2023, identifying 8 key proposals with the potential to advance educational equity and justice for California’s students and educators. 

A collection of public engagement resources to support adoption of the Local Control and Accountability Plan.

A policy brief providing guidance for district leaders on approaches to shifting their own leadership to support flourishing community schools.

A brief exploring the topic of funding sustainability within California K–12 education systems—particularly amid the influx of pandemic relief funding.

A collection of commentaries on LCFF in recognition of the law's 10th anniversary in 2023.

A report outlining key pieces of the California governor's May 2023-24 Revision and exploring how the governor prioritized spending amid the first budget shortfall of his tenure.

A report presenting recommendations for improving implementation of the Local Control Funding Formula.

A blog post summarizing the findings of a study conducted by the Center for Cities and Schools at the University of Berkeley, which assesses the adequacy and equity of investments in California's public school facilities, and provides recommendations for the state leadership to improve their investment practices in order to support high-quality, equitable education and address issues related to aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance, and limited capital funding opportunities.

A commentary on the educational challenges faced by Black students in California, proposing an "Equity Multiplier" in the 2023-24 state budget as a potential solution.

A magazine article discussing the need for equitable funding to help address facility repairs and upgrades.

A monthly newsletter covering all aspects of public school governance, with a feature story on Gov. Newsom's January 2023 budget proposal.

A report outlining key pieces of the 2023-24 California budget proposal and exploring how the governor prioritized spending and determined cuts amid the first budget shortfall of his tenure.

A statement released by Children Now in response to California Governor Gavin Newsom's 2023-2024 state budget proposal.

A guide describing the California state budget, budget process, and why they matter for K-12 students and schools; written to equip Californians with the tools to effectively engage decisions makers and advocate for fair and just policy choices.