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OPINION by Carole Goldsmith, chancellor of State Center Community College District: At a time when confidence in institutions is waning, many California community colleges are quietly earning trust the old-fashioned way: by delivering on their promises.
COMMENTARY: Community colleges are where American opportunity becomes reality
At a time when confidence in institutions is waning, many California community colleges are quietly earning trust the old-fashioned way: by delivering on their promises.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:00 AM
OPINION by Carole Goldsmith, chancellor of State Center Community College District: At a time when confidence in institutions is waning, many California community colleges are quietly earning trust the old-fashioned way: by delivering on their promises.
The program relies on evidence-based literacy strategies that are age-appropriate for older high school readers while still using phonics and decoding texts.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The program relies on evidence-based literacy strategies that are age-appropriate for older high school readers while still using phonics and decoding texts.
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The federal government has infused a high level of chaos that creates a lot of anxiety and uncertainty for our Americorps programs. These programs are incredibly impactful and we’re going to continue to fight for these critical resources.
November 7, 2025 at 11:36 PM
The federal government has infused a high level of chaos that creates a lot of anxiety and uncertainty for our Americorps programs. These programs are incredibly impactful and we’re going to continue to fight for these critical resources.
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New multi-county initiative to tackle literacy gaps among detained high school students. From our partner @edsource.org. inewsource.org/2025/11/10/c...
San Diego pilot for detained students' literacy gaps expands
A literacy pilot conducted in a San Diego County court school last year showed promise and is being rolled out to three other counties.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:06 PM
New multi-county initiative to tackle literacy gaps among detained high school students. From our partner @edsource.org. inewsource.org/2025/11/10/c...
A federal judge ruled that the First Amendment rights of U.S. Department of Education employees were violated by the Trump administration when their out-of-office emails were replaced with partisan messages.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:39 PM
A federal judge ruled that the First Amendment rights of U.S. Department of Education employees were violated by the Trump administration when their out-of-office emails were replaced with partisan messages.
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Oakland Unified superintendent warns of ‘significant pain’ with budget cuts
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November 10, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Oakland Unified superintendent warns of ‘significant pain’ with budget cuts
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Alameda County is implementing a literacy intervention program to address the lowest reading levels among high school students in the juvenile justice system.
New multi-county initiative to tackle literacy gaps among detained high school students
Alameda County is implementing a literacy intervention program to address the lowest reading levels among high school students in the juvenile justice system.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Alameda County is implementing a literacy intervention program to address the lowest reading levels among high school students in the juvenile justice system.
November 9, 2025 at 8:25 PM
District to hold a public hearing Dec. 2 to consider revoking the school’s charter.
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Twin Rivers Unified board vote puts Highlands Community Charter’s future in jeopardy
The Twin Rivers Unified school board voted to hold a public hearing on Dec. 2 to decide whether to close Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools, which was found to have misspent $180…
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November 8, 2025 at 7:14 PM
District to hold a public hearing Dec. 2 to consider revoking the school’s charter.
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From lecture halls to fight gyms: Welcome to Sacramento State’s Combat U
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November 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM
From lecture halls to fight gyms: Welcome to Sacramento State’s Combat U
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November 7, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Twin Rivers Unified board vote puts Highlands Community Charter’s future in jeopardy
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November 7, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Twin Rivers Unified board vote puts Highlands Community Charter’s future in jeopardy
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California families are beginning to see their SNAP benefits show up on their EBT cards, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom's office.
UPDATE: SNAP benefits begin to flow to Californians’ EBT cards
The latest education news updates from EdSource.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:56 PM
California families are beginning to see their SNAP benefits show up on their EBT cards, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom's office.
After a Golden Charter Academy parent raised concerns about a reported lack of access to the school’s curriculum, a Fresno Unified School District board member, with personal connections to the charter school, allegedly intimidated the parent.
UPDATE: Fresno Unified trustee accused of intimidating charter school parent
The latest education news updates from EdSource.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
After a Golden Charter Academy parent raised concerns about a reported lack of access to the school’s curriculum, a Fresno Unified School District board member, with personal connections to the charter school, allegedly intimidated the parent.
November 7, 2025 at 2:30 AM
State finds Oakland Unified created ‘discriminatory environment’ for Jewish students
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November 7, 2025 at 1:31 AM
State finds Oakland Unified created ‘discriminatory environment’ for Jewish students
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A high school journalism teacher in Mendocino County is facing charges of allegedly sending sexually suggestive messages and photos to a 17-year-old via social media, even though he knew she was a minor.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:55 PM
A high school journalism teacher in Mendocino County is facing charges of allegedly sending sexually suggestive messages and photos to a 17-year-old via social media, even though he knew she was a minor.
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State board adopts 64 math programs for K-8 students under new framework
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November 6, 2025 at 10:50 PM
State board adopts 64 math programs for K-8 students under new framework
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The state Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team is calling for a one-time payment of $4 million to the Pasadena Unified School District and a temporary change to the funding formula for charter schools to increase the amount of money they get each year.
UPDATE: Pasadena Unified warned for years to cut costs as budget deficit loomed
The latest education news updates from EdSource.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:07 PM
The state Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team is calling for a one-time payment of $4 million to the Pasadena Unified School District and a temporary change to the funding formula for charter schools to increase the amount of money they get each year.
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PACE Faculty Director Cecilia Rios-Aguilar warns the federal shutdown could worsen inequities in financial aid access: “Students already face challenges accessing aid—the shutdown will only further complicate the process for the most vulnerable. edsource.org/2025/governm... via @edsource.org
COMMENTARY: How the federal shutdown hurts students seeking financial aid
The federal government shutdown has caused California students and families to face a more complicated financial aid process, delaying access to federal awards and requiring additional time to complet...
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November 6, 2025 at 7:20 PM
PACE Faculty Director Cecilia Rios-Aguilar warns the federal shutdown could worsen inequities in financial aid access: “Students already face challenges accessing aid—the shutdown will only further complicate the process for the most vulnerable. edsource.org/2025/governm... via @edsource.org
After investigating multiple complaints of antisemitism in Oakland Unified, the California Department of Education ruled they were valid. The district has belatedly pledged to take allegations of hate seriously and train staff.
State finds Oakland Unified created ‘discriminatory environment’ for Jewish students
After investigating multiple complaints of antisemitism in Oakland Unified, the California Department of Education ruled they were valid. The district has belatedly pledged to take allegations of…
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November 6, 2025 at 7:21 PM
After investigating multiple complaints of antisemitism in Oakland Unified, the California Department of Education ruled they were valid. The district has belatedly pledged to take allegations of hate seriously and train staff.
Partnership provides mental health support for Central Valley educators
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November 6, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Partnership provides mental health support for Central Valley educators
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November 6, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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"California is beginning to see the fruits of its investments in learning recovery and equity. If we sustain this momentum, we can ensure that every child in every community has the opportunity to thrive." —Linda Darling-Hammond in her piece for @edsource.org
COMMENTARY: Test scores show real progress but the recovery is not complete
California's test score data from the 2024-25 school year shows progress in English language arts, mathematics, and science for all major student groups, with the help of investments and initiatives from Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM
"California is beginning to see the fruits of its investments in learning recovery and equity. If we sustain this momentum, we can ensure that every child in every community has the opportunity to thrive." —Linda Darling-Hammond in her piece for @edsource.org