Grantee Resources

Topic: Narrative and Storytelling

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State Introduces Tools for School Change

Children Now

An article discussing the launch of the Quality Schooling Framework by the California Department of Education, aimed at guiding administrators in developing and implementing locally created school accountability plans with a focus on school culture, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to improve student outcomes.

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Viewpoints: California’s School Spending Should Target Needy Students

Children Now

An op-ed calling for more transparency, equity, and accountability in implementing California's Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), ensuring funds for disadvantaged students are used appropriately and not diverted. Stresses the need to maintain clarifying language in the regulations and balance district flexibility with accountability.

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Uphold LCFF’s Democratic Process

Children Now

An article describing the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF)'s potential for increased civic engagement and local decision-making in schools. Calls for greater transparency in the implementation of LCFF to ensure community members can effectively hold school districts accountable and participate in the budget process for the benefit of all students.

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Districts Should Make Early Learning A Priority In Their Local Accountability Plans

Children Now

A commentary on the persistent achievement gap in California, emphasizing the urgent need for early learning opportunities to improve outcomes for disadvantaged children, urging districts to recognize and support early childhood education as a critical strategy for meeting educational accountability goals under the Local Control Funding Formula.

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Communication Key For A Truly Effective LCFF

Children Now

An article highlighting the importance of effective communication and conversation in the successful implementation of the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) in California, acknowledging the State Board of Education's efforts to address concerns and make necessary changes to improve the law's impact on schools and students.

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Advocates Pile On Criticisms Of Draft Funding Formula Regulations

Children Now

An article highlighting concerns and criticisms from key supporters of the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) regarding draft regulations instructing school districts on how to carry out the new law, particularly addressing issues related to funding for high-needs students and ensuring equity and accountability in spending decisions.

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It’s A Deal: Brown, Top Lawmakers Raise Base Funding In Finance Formula

Children Now

An article discussing the compromise version of California's Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) that aims to increase base funding for all students while lowering extra funding for some high-needs students. Highlights the importance of transparency in education funding distribution and accountability for spending decisions.

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