Why the ‘science of reading’ may be the next dyslexia battleground

As the state moves to require dyslexia screening in public schools, experts say teachers need to embrace the “science of reading” approach that emphasizes phonics.

Schools struggle for bodies and potties one year into California’s big preschool expansion

Two years ago, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a big plan for some of California’s littlest children.

Making Sense of the Governor’s May Revision

Our Budget Center experts will break down Governor Newsom’s May Revision and explore how the governor’s budget proposals adapt to the challenges facing the state and continue supporting the health and well-being of Californians. Additional details to come.

1 in 4 California child care centers has alarming levels of lead in water, research shows

New research reveals that nearly 1,700 licensed child care centers across the state, roughly 1 in 4, have exceeded the amount of allowable lead in drinking water given to preschool-age children and infants.

How My Lunch Table Became a Space for Community Among Multiracial Students

Picture of me at seven years old. Photo courtesy of Natasha Akery.I didn’t know I was biracial when I was a kid, but I knew I was different. I grew up on the coast of South Carolina with church steeples on the horizon and Spanish moss hanging from large live oak trees.

Gender Reveals: Data Shows Disparities in Child Care Roles

Survey and Census Bureau data shed light on the extent to which women bear the brunt of child care responsibilities. It's a deeply rooted truth in the U.S.: Women carry a heavier child care burden than men.

The US has a childcare crisis. Enter: Jeff Bezos? Amazon tycoon bets big on Bezos Academy

In 2018, Jeff Bezos, one of the richest people in the world, announced that he would create a network of free Montessori-inspired preschools. The move was met with surprise from some Montessori educators and a fair bit of skepticism from many in the early childhood education space.

Educators Need More Than Self-Care. They Need Self-Compassion.

It’s no secret that educators and school leaders endure a lot of stress, from managing classroom and school communities to monitoring staff and student morale. When that stress mounts, negative feelings can shift inward.

California’s budget deficit has grown to $31.5 billion – almost $10 billion higher than January predictions

California faces the cash crunch because it relies heavily on taxes from its highest earners, whose income tends to fluctuate with changes in the stock market. As a consequence, high inflation and the looming threat of a recession have dealt a blow to state coffers.