May 30, 2023

Protect a golden opportunity for students and our future

The Golden State Pathways program promises to replace exactly what’s hurting us most right now, with exactly what can help us most for the future.

Anne Stanton, Linda Collins and Christopher J. Nellum

May 30, 2023

Labor and management must work together to improve teacher wellness in California

With well-designed wellness programs, educators will have the support they need to manage the emotional stress that comes with the job — and build stronger connections with students.

Tom Torlakson and Jacquelyn Ollison

May 28, 2023

We must continue to improve the quality of school nutrition in California

California would be the first state in the nation to adopt a firm, science-based standard governing the amount of added sugar and salt allowed in school meals. State leaders can ensure that every student has the fresh, nutrient-dense food they need to thrive by passing Senate Bill 348.

Erin Primer and Lena AlSarraf

May 24, 2023

The right instructional materials in math can make all the difference for English learners

The misguided belief that students must be English proficient to engage in rigorous grade-level learning leaves too many English learners behind in STEM-related subjects.

Renae Skarin

May 23, 2023

California must invest in more diverse school administrators

Research shows that students in California, especially students of color, experience better educational outcomes in schools led by diverse leaders.

Michael Gebreslassie

May 22, 2023

Without screening, dyslexia haunts students well into adulthood

California Legislature should support governor's proposal to require early testing for learning differences, an assessment most other states already use.

Sam Felsing

May 18, 2023

Research must guide how we teach English learners to read

The research shows that both native English speakers and bilingual students who are learning English must learn how to connect the oral sounds in words to the letters that represent those sounds, then connect that connection to the words' meanings. But, English learners need additional support.

Claude Goldenberg

May 17, 2023

Let's break the stigma around sexual health for young people

Teens shouldn’t have to make tradeoffs between their health and other essentials that they may have to for pay out-of-pocket.

Sen. Caroline Menjivar and Ria Babaria

May 17, 2023

Choose your major for yourself, not for your family

Picking your course of study is consequential. Make sure you pursue one you're passionate about, not something to meet others' expectations of you.

Marie’Sa Rumsey

May 16, 2023

The state of our planet is making us anxious; learning how to fix it can help

A proper education on climate change can empower youth to fight for the only home we have.

Kennesha Garg

May 14, 2023

Gov. Newsom's 'equity multiplier' proposal is a game-changer for Black students; I know firsthand

While there is no silver bullet, the funding and real accountability measures in the proposal can help ensure schools address persistent opportunity and achievement gaps for Black students.

Dwight Bonds

May 10, 2023

Schools must prioritize trans and nonbinary students’ need for support and privacy

Even one adult providing support to a trans or nonbinary student can make a lifesaving difference. When students can't find that support at home, teachers and counselors must help them feel safe and supported at school.

Megan Goebel and Jon Cummings

May 9, 2023

California’s community colleges are more than ready for affordable student housing

The state must invest to ensure community college students can have the same housing support that university students already receive.

Jose Fierro

May 9, 2023

Building a culture of belonging is key to keeping diverse girls in STEM pipeline

It doesn’t work to expect Black and brown girls to simply “fit in” and mold to existing environments that weren’t designed for them — they need to feel seen and valued.

Nikole Collins-Puri

May 8, 2023

A club for us: Finding belonging as a mixed-race student in college

At Cal Poly SLO, I found that a space for multiracial students was missing. So I co-founded the campus' first and only club for the mixed-race community.

Naomi Vanderlip