Grantee Resources

Topic: Systems Change

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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To Find More Bilingual Teachers, California Needs to Cast a Wider Net

Sobrato Early Academic Language (SEAL) Program

An article highlighting the shortage of bilingual teachers in California and the need to expand bilingual programs by addressing the lack of teacher preparation programs and encouraging current teachers to receive training in bilingual education, while also emphasizing the importance of personalized support and community outreach in recruiting potential bilingual teachers.

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California School News April 2022

California School Boards Association

A monthly newsletter covering all aspects of public school governance, with a feature story on school board impact during Legislative Action Week.

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We Must Focus on Equity as California Tackles Declining Enrollment to Ensure That Equity is Central to the Design of Any Solution Adopted

Children Now

An article highlighting the paradox of California schools having more money than ever but facing staff layoffs due to declining student enrollment, and it proposing the establishment of a "Declining Enrollment Dividend Fund" to reinvest the savings from reduced funding back into schools to address the issue.