Category: Education
Award-Winning Middle School Math Teacher And Her Husband Create Innovative Hip-Hop Math Curriculum
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…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Joins Coalition of Teachers, Elected Leaders, and Allies to Announce Landmark Legislation for Paid Pregnancy Leave for School Employees
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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State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Joins Coalition of Teachers, Elected Leaders, and Allies to Announce Landmark Legislation for Paid Pregnancy Leave for School Employees
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…
SBCUSD Board of Education Honors Outstanding Individuals
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…
FREE Online Tutoring and Homework Help Now Available to All K-12 California Students through Local Libraries
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…
California Black Caucus Introduces Reparations Package
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 California Community Colleges Launches a New Podcast Aimed at Growing Black Student Enrollment and Retention
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…
DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship accepting applications Undergraduate & graduate students urged to start application process
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…
Ramos measure would require K-12 education accurately reflect historical mistreatment of Native Americans
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…
First 5 Riverside County Accepting Nominations For 2024 Champion For Children Award
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…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Appoints Special Education Local Plan Area Director Dr. Rachel Heenan as New Director of Special Education Division
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…
California Receives $4.99 Million in Federal Grant Funds to Improve School Facilities in Small School Districts
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…
Step into the New Year Using Real-Life Data in the Classroom
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…
No Foul and You’re Out? Temecula School Board Sued for Unlawful Public Meeting Policies
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…
California School Dashboard 2023 Update Shows Significant Reduction in Chronic Absenteeism, High Graduation Rates, and Fewer Local Educational Agencies in Need of Additional Support
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…
CalSTRS earns best place to work in money management honor for ninth time
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…
SBCUSD EXL Program Seeks to Renew Essential Educational Grants
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…
SBCUSD Board of Education Honors Outstanding Individuals
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…
USDA Nutrition Incentives Improve Access to Healthy Food
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…
SBVC Pharmacy Technology department & Loma Linda University forge Pharmacy Doctorate pathway
(Nov. 2, 2023) SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – In a partnership that promises to transform the future of pharmacy education in the region, San Bernardino Valley College’s (SBVC) Pharmacy Technology department has joined forces with Loma Linda University’s (LLU) School of Pharmacy, creating a unique pathway for SBVC students to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)…
Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector Announces Important Dates for Property Tax Payments
Property Tax Owners Should Submit the First Installment of Their Property Taxes Prior To Due Date to Avoid Penalties RIVERSIDE, CA – The Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector (TTC) Matthew Jennings is reminding residents and property owners of the upcoming deadlines for property tax payments. The first installment of property taxes is due on November 1,…
Sierra High is One of America’s Healthiest Schools
SAN BERNARDINO— San Bernardino City Unified School District’s (SBCUSD) Sierra High School has been recognized as one of America’s Healthiest Schools. The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a Clinton Foundation-funded organization that is dedicated to health and wellness in public schools. It has awarded the distinction to Sierra this week for its dedication to…
Black Professor Reveals Hidden Truth About California Community Colleges
Nationwide — Manu Ampim, a tenured professor of History and Africana Studies at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California, has revealed that the California Community College system, the largest educational system in the U.S. serving more than 1.8 million students, has omitted Africa in its curricula. He says that only 2 of the 116…
Clark Atlanta University’s School of Education Receives High Ranking on the U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools List
ATLANTA, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Clark Atlanta University’s School of Education has earned recognition on the U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Schools list released on April 25, 2023. “We are pleased to receive this recognition from U.S. News and World Report,” Dr. J. Fidel Turner, Jr., School of Education Dean, said. “The…
