A policy brief summarizing the challenges facing California's Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK), with recommendations for state policies that can align resources and support for high-quality implementation.

A Tik-Tok video explaining the Student Equity Need Index (SENI), the formula that determines funding for schools based on the individual needs of each school.

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.

An opinion piece arguing that the 2023-24 California state budget's Equity Multiplier fails to reach the Black public school students for which it was intended.

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

A magazine story about about how schools in California are using innovative farms, from-scratch cooking, and local produce to ensure all students can access healthy, delicious food.

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

A brief providing an updated analysis of the representation on California's higher education governing boards as of September 22, 2022. The analysis reveals some highlights and lowlights when it comes to representation

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.

An opinion essay about the importance of creating calm and supportive spaces to address mental health concerns, while also highlighting the contradiction in restricting students' freedom to explore real-world issues and make decisions.

An opinion piece arguing for the importance of arts education, espeically for students of color.

A collection of responses from more than 60 education stakeholders, including students, administrators, and teachers, to Governor Newsom's 2022-2023 education budget.

A news report on Governor Newsom's 2023-24 education budget and reactions from education stakeholders across the state.

A series of reports exploring how well Title I targets funds to school districts and school with the highest concentrations of poverty.

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.

An opinion essay discussing the limitations on educational resources that acknowledge diversity and the importance of unbounded relationships outside of traditional school settings in helping students succeed.

A framework and graphic that specifies the motivation, people, conditions, practices and infrastructure of Community Schools.

A collection of resources to support work towards changing inequitable systems.