Funding for Major Internet-Related Programs Since 2000

Feb 17, 2015 - These programs primarily help schools pay for Internet infrastructure, Internet service, devices, and equipment. The state also has provided funding for technical assistance and t he development of Internet-based tools for instruction.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3891

Snapshot of Internet Usage in Schools

Jan 13, 2015 - Snapshot of Internet Usage in Schools January 13, 2015 Snapshot of Internet Usage in Schools Internet Usage Information Comes From Two State Databases. The state has one database (DataLINK) that periodically tracks self-reported data from schools about their Internet usage and tracks how many schools connect to the Corporation for Educational Network Initiatives in California (CENIC) backbone.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3892

An Overview of Internet in Schools

Jan 7, 2015 - An Overview of Internet in Schools An Overview of Internet in Schools Introduction As Internet usage across the nation has expanded in recent decades, the state has taken an interest in ensuring that public schools have Internet service.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3893

The 2014-15 Budget: An Analysis of Local Libraries' Internet Speeds [Publication Details]

Mar 27, 2014 - The 2014-15 Budget: An Analysis of Local Libraries' Internet Speeds [Publication Details] The 2014-15 Budget: An Analysis of Local Libraries' Internet Speeds Format: HTML Description: In this report, we assess the Governor's proposal to provide state funds for the California State Library to contract with the Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California (CENIC) in an effort to increase Internet speeds at local libraries.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/2984

The 2017-18 Budget: Proposition 98 Education Analysis

Feb 9, 2017 - (The median school ’s Internet speed —100 mbps —is sufficient to test 5,000 students at one time.) Those schools that did not meet current Internet speeds could receive state aid through BIIG. For these reasons, virtually no school at this point should need faster Internet speeds to administer the SBAC tests.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3549

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

Jun 19, 2015 - CDE=California Department of Education Second Round of Internet Infrastructure Grants. The budget includes $50 million in one-time funding for the second round of Broadband Internet Infrastructure Grants.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3273

The 2021-22 Budget: Extended Learning and Academic Support

Jan 29, 2021 - Multiple surveys of parents and teachers find that some students lack access to the devices and/or high-speed internet necessary to access distance learning. This is particularly the case for low-income, Black, and Latino students.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4326

The 2026-27 Budget: Re-Envisioning State Education Governance

Mar 18, 2026 - In this brief, we examine the Governor’s proposal to restructure state governance. The first section explains how the current system evolved and describes the main entities and their responsibilities. The second section reviews previous governance studies and explains how governance works in other contexts.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5165

The 2024-25 Budget: Proposition 98 and K-12 Education

Feb 15, 2024 - In this report, we assess the architecture of the Governor’s overall Proposition 98 budget and analyze his major proposals for K-12 education.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4839

Early Budget Actions to Support In-Person K-12 Instruction and Address Learning Loss

Apr 23, 2021 - These requirements do not apply if a COVID ‑19 safety plan was already adopted or in place on or before March 31, 2021. c Prioritized students include students with disabilities; homeless students; foster youth; English learners; students without Internet access and/or technology; disengaged students; and students at risk for abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4417