My Experience Attending the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Conference for the First Time
I am a college student who attended the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Conference for the first time. MyRead More…
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Governor Intervenes in Charter School Bill Debate with AB 1505
It is being reported that Governor Gavin Newsom has intervened in the matter of Assembly Bill (AB) 1505. As youRead More…
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Will Parent Voices Be Heard When It’s Our Children’s Education at Stake?
Despite living more than 300 miles apart, as parents of students attending California charter schools, we’re connected by a singleRead More…
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Selecting the Right High School: Tips from a High School Placement Counselor
I interviewed Christina Calderon, a high school placement counselor at KIPP SoCal Public Schools (formerly known as KIPP LA) aboutRead More…
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California School Dashboard Mobile App is Now Available
The California Department of Education (CDE) has just released a mobile app for the California Dashboard. Now you can searchRead More…
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New Report Provides an Outline for Presidential Candidates to Address Racial Disparities in K-12 Education
From the multiple teacher strikes around the country to reports that prove our students are falling behind in their achievement,Read More…
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Is Anyone Going to Ask Presidential Candidates About Education?
I recently set aside several hours (which I will never get back) for two nights to endure, I mean watch,Read More…
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Good News for Education in the California State Budget
Last week, Governor Newsom signed his first state budget, and there are some noteworthy items in education. This budget increasesRead More…
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Let’s Debunk the Poverty of Ambition Myth and Talk About Family Engagement Strategies
When I say family engagement, I don’t just mean volunteerism or the compliance based family engagement structures like Schoolsite CouncilRead More…
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