Close Topic Options

California Education System

Online push in California schools

California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger unveils a plan to reduce school textbooks in favour of internet aids to save money. Ref. Source 6

System Education California

I can see where this can save some money in the book work. But I have to wonder what are we doing to the kids if they just sit behind a computer all day. I bet we see a increase in children with eye problems. Plus more will act out as they get tired of just sitting there.

California Education System UFO & Writing Art Education Sciences

Hungry for a Better Education: Teachers, Parents Lead Hunger Strike Protesting Cuts, Layoffs at LA Schools

Teachers, parents and community members are on a hunger strike protesting cuts and layoffs at Los Angeles schools, which have come as part of a statewide effort by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to reduce education funding by nearly $1 billion. We speak to LA high school teacher and "Hungry for a Better Education" participant Sean Leys, now on his fifteenth day of the hunger strike. Ref. Source 9

System Education California

I do not think that laying off teachers is a way to get the education budget in check. I think that the teachers are the ones who are really needed to get the kids the education they need. Lets find other cuts in the states budget.

System Education California

ACLU sues Schwarzenegger over school fees

The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit on Friday that accuses dozens of California school districts of charging student fees that violate the state Constitution's guarantee to a free public education. Ref. Source 2

California Education System

Schools show progress, conflicting results

As far as California is concerned, about 60 percent of San Diego County schools reached their improvement goals this year. But under federal standards, only about a third of county schools passed muster. How does your school rank? Ref. Source 7

California Education System

Lakeside man one of five state Teachers of the Year

A second-generation PE teacher from Lakeside has been named one of five California Teachers of the Year today and will go on to compete for the national honor. Ref. Source 2

California Education System Sciences Education Art Writing & UFO

School music and arts programs on the chopping block

This year, there are dozens of San Diego Unified elementary schools that devote about an hour each week to teaching students the basics of musical instruments. Next year, there might only be one. Ref. Source 9