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May 11, 1999 - In our view, a K-12 master plan is needed because the state role in K-12 education has changed significantly over the last 25 years from a system that was primarily local in nature to one that is heavily controlled by state decision making. The elements of our suggested master plan revolve around identifying the appropriate responsibilities of the state and local schools and districts.
May 5, 1999 - The participation rate is at an all-time high in the three segments of California higher education for adults between the ages of 18 and 24. We examine how this and other measures of participation in California public higher education have changed. (Cal Update)
April 27, 1999 - We recommend that the Legislature enact legislation to replace the current uniform revenue limit COLA with a sliding-scale COLA that would provide an ongoing form of equalization for revenue limits.
February 16, 1999 - Partnership for Excellence Program
February 16, 1999 - Enrollments in Teacher Education Programs
February 16, 1999 - Governor's Accountability Proposals
February 12, 1999 - Higher education will experience steady, moderate enrollment growth over the next decade. As a result, most University of California, California State University, and California Community College campuses will soon reach their current capacities. The state will then be faced with providing space for these students. In order to serve these students, we recommend that the three segments move to year-round operation. This means the segments would provide the same level of educational services in the summer as they now provide in the fall, winter, and spring.