Awards Support Efforts by Local Organizations to Promote Equity, Prioritize Youth Needs, and Empower Caregivers and Communities WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California is awarding grants to dozens of tribal and community-based local organizations to reduce stigma and discrimination and support youth in seeking help when they are facing mental health struggles. SACRAMENTO – To…
Nationwide — Award-winning middle school teacher Keziah Finney and her husband, James, are the creators of Lyrical Math, an innovative curriculum that connects hip-hop culture with math. It is a research-based and data-proven math intervention program that builds confidence and mastery for students. Based in Wilmington, Delaware, Mrs. Finney is a Certified Mathematics and Science…
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today filed an amicus brief in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, a case that is before the United States Supreme Court. Prior rulings by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals have left few and fragmented options for local governments to confront the homelessness crisis. As a result, California’s elected…
Press Conference at the State Capitol for Assembly Bill 2901, the Pregnancy Leave for Educators Act SACRAMENTO—On Monday, February 26, 2024, at 11 a.m., State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond joined educators and members of the California Teachers Association on the west steps of the California State Capitol to announce historic legislation—the Pregnancy Leave…
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Press Conference at the State Capitol for Assembly Bill 2901, the Pregnancy Leave for Educators Act SACRAMENTO—On Monday, February 26, 2024, at 11 a.m., State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond joined educators and members of the California Teachers Association on the west steps of the California State Capitol to announce historic legislation—the Pregnancy Leave…
Nov. Outstanding Achievement Awards Recognize District Students, Parents and Staff SAN BERNARDINO, CA—In November, the Board of Education presented the Outstanding Achievement Awards to students, parents and staff of Barton and Gomez Elementary Schools, Arrowview Middle School and San Gorgonio High School (San G). The Board recognizes Outstanding Student Award winners to honor excellence in…
On-Demand Access to Expert Tutors Offered 24/7 SAN MATEO, Calif. – All California students in grades K-12 now have access to free online tutoring and homework help offered by California’s public libraries through the HelpNow Program, which is administered by Pacific Library Partnership (PLP), in partnership with the California State Library and Brainfuse. The HelpNow…
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) announced plans to introduce a package of bills this year designed to address the recommendations the California reparations task force made last year in its final report. Certain advocacy groups and individuals say the legislative package the lawmakers announced on…
The EDUCATE. ELEVATE. podcast features powerful student stories and invaluable resources to inspire the Black community. SACRAMENTO, Calif.— The California Community Colleges’ ICanGoToCollege.com (I CAN) campaign has launched a new podcast series titled ‘EDUCATE. ELEVATE.’ Through thought-provoking conversations highlighting the many resources available, the podcast is geared toward inspiring current and prospective Black and African…
WASHINGTON – Undergraduate and graduate students studying music with ambitions for future careers can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship which is due Jan. 31. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship provides a one-time $5,000 award to one student annually who is pursuing undergraduate or graduate…
Lawmaker’s bill is a follow up to AB 1703, the California Indian Education Act SACRAMENTO—When teaching about the Spanish Mission and Gold Rush Eras, California public schools would be required to teach the true history of the impact on California Native Americans during those periods if AB 1821, is approved. Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-San…
Every child needs a champion, and each year First 5 Riverside County (F5RC) recognizes the difference-makers in our children’s lives. The annual F5RC Champion for Children Award is now open for nominations for individuals and organizations dedicated to the crucial and rewarding work supporting young children and their families. The winner will be recognized broadly…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA – The waiting room was full and so were the patient exam rooms at Vernon Dental Specialty Group. The team of highly trained pediatric dentists and dental hygienists who specialize in the unique dental treatment of infants, adolescents, teens and adults provided their full attention to the patients. I observed there wasn’t…
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced that he has appointed Dr. Rachel Heenan as the new director of the Special Education Division at the California Department of Education (CDE). The Special Education Division provides information and resources to serve the unique needs of individuals with disabilities so that each person will meet or…
SACRAMENTO—On Thursday, January 4, the United States Department of Education announced that the California Department of Education (CDE) is among the recipients of the Supporting America’s School Infrastructure (SASI) Grant Program. Through a SASI Grant, CDE will receive $4.99 million toward improving school facilities in small school districts across California. “I am pleased that we…
January 2, 2024 – More than one-third (34 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. With this post-holiday fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) strongly encourages everyone to keep the festive memories and remove the hazards by disposing of Christmas trees promptly after the holiday season. “As…
Happy New Year! Start off 2024 with a bang by enhancing your students’ statistical and civic literacy skills with Statistics in Schools (SIS) resources! From discovering the total number of kids ages 8 to 14 in your state to exploring census-related terms, SIS activities help boost students’ understanding and use of data well before they…
Dear Friend of the First Amendment, A man is waving a red card at you, and you’re suddenly escorted out. What just happened? No, you’re not a soccer player who has flagrantly fouled another player. You’re just a concerned community member at a Temecula Valley school board meeting, and the board president, Joseph Komrosky, did…
Oak Hills, CA (December 21, 2023) – The Rosendin Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded to make a positive impact on communities through financial grants and volunteer work, celebrated its partnership with Black Locust Designs by presenting the community organization with a $5,000 grant. The Rosendin Foundation is dedicated to providing financial assistance to community…
Local educational agencies implementing new student supports and investments championed by Governor Gavin Newsom, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, and the Legislature to accelerate learning and improve student outcomes. SACRAMENTO—The 2023 California School Dashboard is now online with data showing statewide improvements in student outcomes in several areas. The Dashboard is a key component of the…
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (December 11, 2023) – For the ninth year, Pensions & Investments magazine has named the California State Teachers’ Retirement System one of the Best Places to Work in Money Management. Pensions & Investments recently unveiled the results of its 12th annual survey and recognition program, which is dedicated to identifying and honoring…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) Expanded Learning (EXL) Program (formerly Sunrise/CAPS) announced its intent to submit a renewal application for two prestigious grant programs offered by the California Department of Education—the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) and After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs). “Grants like these allow…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—On Tuesday, Oct. 17, the Board of Education presented the Outstanding Achievement Awards to students, parents and staff of Ramona-Alessandro and Lankershim Elementary Schools, Del Vallejo Leadership & STEAM Academy and Middle College High School (MCHS). The Board recognizes Outstanding Student Award winners to honor excellence in academics, athletics, fine arts, citizenship and…
WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced an investment of more than $52 million to improve dietary health and access to fresh fruits and vegetables for eligible families. The funds support efforts across three National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) competitive grant programs that make up the Gus Schumacher…