Review of the Funding Determination Process for Nonclassroom-Based Charter Schools

Feb 29, 2024 - Rather than generating funding solely based on attendance, independent study programs also generate funding based on the work completed by students. Independent study programs range from fully online virtual academies to hybrid programs that combine on ‑site and off ‑site instruction.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4870

Updating Special Education Out-of-Home Care Funding

Feb 23, 2021 - This section highlights the key priorities and considerations that emerged from the work group discussions on updating the Out ‑of ‑Home Care formula. This section is not intended as a comprehensive account of everything discussed in the work group, nor is it intended to be an exhaustive list.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4386

The 2022-23 Budget: Green School Bus Grants

Feb 10, 2022 - Districts do so metimes express concern about the high ongoing cost of providing home ‑to ‑school transportation, but additional one ‑time funding seems unlikely to address this issue. In addition, the allowance could discourage districts from applying for federal funding and the state program created in the 2021 ‑22 budget plan.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4525

The 2025-26 Budget: Department of Developmental Services

Mar 5, 2025 - DDS is eligible to request this support because nearly all home ‑ and community ‑based services for DDS consumers receive federal Medicaid matching funds. DDS has stated that it started this process by working with DHCS to create a Planning Advanced Planning Document (PAPD).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5008

Overview of Special Education Funding Models

Dec 17, 2021 - Funding formulas that require frequent, complex modifications are more administratively burdensome to update and require more work from program administrators to stay aware of formula changes. If these modifications are challenging or only sporadically implemented, funding models can become outdated and, over time, no longer aligned to the initial legislative intent.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4486

Climate Change Impacts Across California - Crosscutting Issues

Apr 5, 2022 - In addition to episodic disruptions, some of the most affected industries and regions may need to make long ‑term adjustments to remain viable, forcing some workers to relocate, train to adopt new industry practices, or shift to new types of work.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4575

The 2022-23 Budget: California College Guidance Initiative

Feb 22, 2022 - CCGI offers access to college planning, financial aid, and career exploration tools to students from grades 6 to 12 through its online platform CaliforniaColleges.edu. CCGI also partners with school districts to streamline the college application process through verified electronic transcripts.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4553

Assessing a Shift to Enrollment-Based School Funding

Jan 6, 2026 - Currently, LEAs generate ADA from independent study programs when students participate in synchronous instruction and complete coursework. If  LEAs were funded based on enrollment, they would receive funding regardless of how much independent study students participate in instruction and complete work.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5100

The 2025-26 Budget: California State University

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https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4989

The 2022-23 Budget: Educator Workforce Proposals

Feb 23, 2022 - Since the state might benefit from acting swiftly to address short ‑term shortages, CDE or the Center may be better positioned than CTC to begin teacher recruitment activities sooner. Both CDE and the Center already have developed online platforms and established partnerships with higher education institutions, COEs, school districts, and other organizations across the state.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4556