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.

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.

A public radio new story discussing the California State Board of Education's consideration of rules regarding the spending of money targeted for low-income and non-English speaking students, with advocacy groups seeking tighter rules to prevent misallocation.

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.

An article describing California's implementation of the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), a comprehensive reform that changes the way schools are funded and decisions are made, aiming for greater transparency and local community influence, particularly in benefiting high-needs students.

A website providing resources and engaging supports around the topic of the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), advocating for funding that benefits high-need students in their schools and classrooms.

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.

A report examining the relationship between funding and student disadvantage and addresses questions about converting the current school finance system to a weighted pupil formula.

An overview of the state’s school finance system and some longstanding school finance issues.

A report comparing a proposed new system for allocating school funding with the status quo.

A report assessing a proposed new way to allocate revenue to California public school districts