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One-third of Native American students in California were chronically absent last year
As chronic absences have steadily decreased in California schools, the rate among Native American students remains consistently higher. Persistent high […]
December 3, 2024
Native American students miss school at higher rates. It only got worse during the pandemic
After missing 40 days of school last year, Tommy Betom, 10, is on track this year for much better attendance. […]
December 3, 2024
These Native tribes are working with schools to boost attendance
As the Watonga school system’s Indian education director, Hollie Youngbear works to help Native American students succeed in the Oklahoma […]
December 3, 2024
State Board criticized for soft-pedaling reporting on low student test scores
Clarity matters when explaining to parents how their children did on standardized tests. An imprecise characterization of a complicated score can […]
December 2, 2024
To expand appeal, California apprenticeships in construction trades offer child care support
After bouncing around in several job paths, including retail sales, office receptionist and warehouse worker, Cindy Crisanto has begun a […]
December 2, 2024
Jumping off rocks: Why kids need outdoor play to thrive
Jumping off rocks. Climbing trees. Hanging upside down. Spinning so fast it would make an adult dizzy. Meet Angela Hanscom, […]
November 27, 2024
Myths hold back community college bachelor’s degree programs
Community college bachelor’s degree programs can provide a concrete pathway to socioeconomic mobility, while helping achieve the dream of completing […]
November 27, 2024
Public University Tuition over time
The cost of college has been a hot topic for a while now, and even though some studies suggest the […]
November 26, 2024
We must do more to ensure college is worth it for all students
The national rhetoric regarding the value of attending a college or university has reached a fever pitch. Being “better off” […]
November 26, 2024