State GovernmentCalifornia moves to discourage legacy admissions in private collegesSeptember 30, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiGovernor Gavin Newsom signed a bill to threaten state funding to private schools like Stanford and USC if they continue with legacy admissions.
State GovernmentNew law requires California schools to teach about historical mistreatment of Native AmericansSeptember 27, 2024California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring public schools to teach about the historical mistreatment of Native Americans during the Spanish colonization and gold rush periods.
Sacramento RegionSacramento approves Measure L spending plan for youth servicesSeptember 25, 2024 | Kristin LamSome advocates described the plan as a compromise after some members pushed for the city to be eligible for the same amount of funding as community-based organizations.
EducationUC, Cal State, community colleges should work together to boost transfer rates, auditor saysSeptember 25, 2024A report released this week by the California State Auditor found that only about 1 in 5 students who entered community college between 2017 and 2019 and intended to transfer did so in four years.
State GovernmentNewsom and lawmakers tell California schools to restrict cell phone useSeptember 24, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiSchools aren’t currently required to have cell phone restrictions, but still, many already have rules in place. School administrators have until July 2026 to implement bans.
State GovernmentEfforts to reform school discipline in California peter outSeptember 24, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiLawmakers brought bills this year to change discipline and police contact for kids in K-12 schools, but they didn’t make it onto the books.
State GovernmentLater Friday night lights: How a new California law shields student athletes from heatSeptember 24, 2024A change in California law has set new rules for when young athletes can play and practice in high temperatures, affecting schools and teams across the state.
State GovernmentGovernor Newsom weighs major education bills, from climate action to menstruation educationSeptember 20, 2024 | Srishti PrabhaGovernor Gavin Newsom faces key decisions this month as several education bills await his signature. These bills reflect statewide concerns about climate change, menstrual health, and the impact of technology on learning.
EducationUC approves new less-lethal arms for its police force amid protestSeptember 20, 2024The UC Regents approved campus requests for more tools for UC police months after campus protesters clashed with law enforcement.
Health CareHow to talk to your kids about vaping: Honest insights from high school studentsSeptember 19, 2024 | Tony RodriguezA group of Sacramento students spoke about why their peers vape — and offered solutions for parents looking to discuss nicotine consumption with their teens.
