Category: State Superintendent Of Public Instruction

Here’s how Gov. Newsom proposes to revamp the state education department

Here’s how Gov. Newsom proposes to revamp the state education department

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond speaks as Gov. Gavin Newsom looks on. Credit: Rich Pedroncelli / AP Photo […]

February 6, 2026

 Here’s how Gov. Newsom proposes to revamp the state education department

Here’s how Gov. Newsom proposes to revamp the state education department

Gov. Gavin Newsom gives his State of the State address at the State Capitol on Jan. 8, 2026, in Sacramento. […]

February 6, 2026

 What does the state superintendent actually do and how might that drastically change?

What does the state superintendent actually do and how might that drastically change?

California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond speaks at a press conference on July 1, 2025. Credit: Kindra Britt/California […]

January 30, 2026

 Labor unions split among Democratic candidates for state superintendent

Labor unions split among Democratic candidates for state superintendent

Left: Richard Barrera, president of the San Diego Unified School District board. Right: State Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi, D-Torrance, who chairs […]

January 27, 2026