The 2018-19 Budget: Proposition 98 Outlook [Publication Details]

Nov 15, 2017 - In this report, we (1) explain how our estimates of the minimum requirement have changed since the adoption of the June budget plan, (2) identify the new funding available in 2018-19, and (3) highlight a few key trends affecting schools and community colleges over the next four years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3716

The 2017-18 Budget: Initial Comments on the Governor’s May Revision

May 13, 2017 - Proposition 98 determines the minimum amount the state must spend on schools and community colleges each year. This minimum amount is funded by a combination of General Fund revenues and local property taxes.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3669

The 2015-16 Budget: Rethinking How the State Funds School Facilities [Publication Details]

Feb 17, 2015 - We recommend the Legislature replace the state's current system for financing school facilities with a new system. Specifically, we recommend the Legislature: (1) establish an annualized "expected facility cost" based on the replacement cost of existing school buildings; (2) provide an annual per-student grant that reflects a specified minimum state share of
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3176

School District Fiscal Oversight and Intervention [Publication Details]

Apr 30, 2012 - Under this system, County Offices of Education review the fiscal condition of school districts at several points during the year and provide additional support for districts showing signs of fiscal distress.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2622

The 2019-20 Budget: Creating an Integrated Education Data System

May 6, 2019 - Among the most notable of these efforts are: Most school districts, every community college, and some CSU, UC, and private four ‑year institutions voluntarily participate in Cal ‑PASS Plus, a project overseen by the CCC Chancellor ’s Office.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4026

The 2011-12 Budget: Year-Two Survey--Update on School District Finance in California [Publication Details]

Feb 7, 2011 - The 2011-12 Budget: Year-Two Survey--Update on School District Finance in California [Publication Details] The 2011-12 Budget: Year-Two Survey--Update on School District Finance in California Format: HTML Description: Since 2007-08, state support for K-12 education has dropped notably, though this reduction has been partly offset by one-time federal aid and state K-12 payment deferrals.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2434

The 2023-24 Budget: Equity Multiplier and Accountability Proposals [Publication Details]

Feb 23, 2023 - The 2023-24 Budget: Equity Multiplier and Accountability Proposals [Publication Details] Description: This brief provides an overview and analysis of the Governor's proposals to (1) provide ongoing funding for the highest-poverty schools and (2) make several changes to the system of transparency and accountability.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/4700

Year-Three Survey: Update on School District Finance in California [Publication Details]

May 2, 2012 - Year-Three Survey: Update on School District Finance in California [Publication Details] Video Description: This report summarizes findings from our third annual finance survey of California public school districts.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2626

The 2022-23 Budget: California College Guidance Initiative [Publication Details]

Feb 22, 2022 - This post provides background on the California College Guidance Initiative, describes the Governor’s proposal for the program, and offers an associated assessment and recommendation to the Legislature.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/4553

Improving High School: A Strategic Approach [Publication Details]

May 9, 2005 - Information We also suggest several ways the Legislature could employ information to help make high schools more responsive to student needs by: Obtaining accurate dropout data by school and district within two years.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/1322