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Friday, November 1, 2013

Report: Many school districts lack full-time nurses

Fewer than half of the state's school districts, only 43 percent, have full-time school nurses, according to a recent report by researchers from California State University, Sacramento.

Feds threaten to withhold school funds

Though federal officials have threatened to withhold more than $15 million in federal funds, California continues to back a dramatic testing overhaul that would push the state out of compliance with federal rules.

Adams: Parents push for more prominent place at the school budget table

Four months into the rollout of the new state education funding law, parent leaders across California are trying to ensure that “local control” over school spending truly includes parents.

LAUSD board set to tackle iPad project on Tuesday

The Los Angeles Unified board will delve into the district’s controversial iPad project — everything from curriculum and keyboards to infrastructure and electricity — during a special meeting on the $1 billion plan set for Tuesday.

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Schwarzenegger: 'My eye is on the ball'

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has formed an alliance with top Senate Democrats to protect federal funding for after-school programs that may be in danger of losing money.

First food allergy guidelines for schools posted by government

The federal government is issuing its first guidelines to schools on how to protect children with food allergies.

Appeal revives school yoga lawsuit

The law firm that unsuccessfully sued to end a yoga program in the Encinitas Union School District earlier this year is appealing the court decision that allowed the practice to continue.

Leaders call for Deasy, LAUSD board to work together