An Overview of Internet in Schools

Jan 7, 2015 - The state ’s main reasons for desiring schools to have Internet service relate to improving instructional delivery, transmitting accountability-related data to the state, and, more recently, administering online tests.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3893

The 2015-16 Budget: Major Features of the Adopted Plan (Proposition 98)

Jun 19, 2015 - The 2015-16 Budget: Major Features of the Adopted Plan (Proposition 98) $67.1 a One –time allocation. b The budget also requires that these schools spend at least $4.8 million from their non –Proposition 98 funds in 2015 –16 to address critical facility maintenance needs. c New state –level activities funded in part by an increase in the state ’s federal grant and in part by redirecting $2 million from local assistance.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3273

The 2019-20 Budget: Governor's Proposals for Infants and Toddlers With Special Needs [Publication Details]

Feb 28, 2019 - In this report, we evaluate three Governor's budget proposals related to early intervention services for infants and toddlers with special needs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3954

The 2018-19 Budget: Update on K-12 Student Attendance [Publication Details]

Apr 16, 2018 - In early March of 2018, we received data from the California Department of Education (CDE) on student attendance for the first half of the 2017-18 school year. In this post, we describe how the state tracks attendance and discuss the implications for Proposition 98 and school funding.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3811

Analysis of Education Mandates [Publication Details]

Feb 26, 2014 - Analysis of Education Mandates [Publication Details] HTML Description: Traditionally, the state has reimbursed local educational agencies (LEAs) for performing mandated activities by requiring them to submit detailed documentation of their costs.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2956

The 2014-15 Budget: The Commission on Teacher Credentialing [Publication Details]

Mar 28, 2014 - We recommend the Legislature require CTC to streamline its process to ensure (1) teacher preparation program standards are clear, concise, and aligned to state academic content standards; (2) accreditation incorporates data on program outcomes; and (3) accreditation is self-supporting.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2987

Next Steps for Improving State Accountability for Alternative Schools [Publication Details]

Apr 16, 2015 - Next Steps for Improving State Accountability for Alternative Schools [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3234

Rethinking How the State Funds School Facilities [Publication Details]

Mar 10, 2015 - Rethinking How the State Funds School Facilities [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/3200

School District Fiscal Oversight and Intervention [Publication Details]

Apr 30, 2012 - Most notably, during the more than 20 years the new system has been in effect, 8 districts have received emergency state loans whereas 26 districts required such loans in the 12 years prior to the new system.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2622

The 2013-14 Budget: Restructuring the K-12 Funding System [Publication Details]

Feb 22, 2013 - We suggest a number of specific changes to better align funding levels with anticipated costs, eliminate irrational funding differences across districts, simplify the formulas, and ensure important state priorities are addressed.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2693