Grantee Resources

Topic: Systems Change

Research/Report

California Opportunity Youth Data Report 2022

New Ways to Work

A report that provides a high-level overview of California's disconnected, or "Opportunity Youth" population, published with the objective of drawing attention to a problem that requires immediate action, and to create collaborative recommendations for state and local policy.

Story / Case Study / Commentary

Systems and Structures: What Needs Must Be Addressed for a Learner-Centered Future

KP Catalysts, LLC

A commentary exploring the challenge of providing learner-centered education equitably to all children and families regardless of race, income, or location, and highlights the importance of understanding and supporting community learning systems that complement public schools to achieve this goal.

Story / Case Study / Commentary

Building a Sustainable Bilingual Teacher Pipeline

Sobrato Early Academic Language (SEAL) Program

An article proposing ways to address the shortage of bilingual teachers in the United States while emphasizing the importance of building a sustainable bilingual educator workforce to provide educational equity and support the academic success of multilingual learners, particularly in light of the challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Story / Case Study / Commentary

California School News June 2022

California School Boards Association

A monthly newsletter covering all aspects of public school governance, with a feature story on COVID attendance relief and LCFF base increase.

Story / Case Study / Commentary

As Bilingual Programs Expand, Let’s Keep an Eye on Equity for English Learners

Sobrato Early Academic Language (SEAL) Program

A commentary authored by the Sobrato Early Academy Language (SEAL) Program's Executive Director, Anya Hurwitz, highlighting the importance of prioritizing English learners in expanding or establishing dual language immersion programs, emphasizing the need for teacher training, addressing misconceptions, fostering family partnerships, and promoting equity in bilingual education.