Category: Josh Newman
11 new laws that will impact California schools in 2026
The California State Capitol in Sacramento. Credit: Juliana Yamada / AP California students are likely to see fewer cell phones […]
December 30, 2025
Let’s ensure ‘Recess for All’ law really does apply to all
Recess at Redwood Heights Elementary School in Oakland. Credit: Alison Yin / EdSource When one of our sons (then a […]
August 27, 2024
Legislators struggle with how to rein in but not repress ethnic studies
Assemblymember Rick Zbur responds to senators’ questions during a July 3 hearing on Assembly Bill 2918. Credit: Senate Education Committee […]
July 4, 2024
A hearing, a unanimous vote and a preview of litigation over a school construction bond
Oakland Unified recently completed construction of new academic buildings at Fremont High with funding from a previous bond measure. Courtesy […]
July 2, 2024
Public school choice exists in California, but few districts offer it
A Walnut Valley Unified kindergarten teacher shows her students a book during class. Credit: Walnut Valley Unified / Facebook An […]
April 11, 2024
CTA-sponsored legislation would remove one of state’s last required tests for teachers
First grade teacher Sandra Morales discusses sentences with a student. Credit: Zaidee Stavely / EdSource Newly proposed legislation sponsored by […]
February 23, 2024