California’s efforts to implement a statewide longitudinal data system are at serious risk. More than ever before, educators and policymakers need reliable, robust data to inform decisions and address achievement gaps. While momentum toward such a system has been building over the last decade, technical snags, the state’s budget crisis, and shortsighted decisions have slowed the pace of progress.
5 things advocates should know about California’s 2024-25 state budget proposal(s) and process
Each year, California state leaders spend months proposing and refining the state’s budget, making decisions about programs and resources that directly impact students, schools, and colleges.