Education

We all agree that improving our public education system is a top priority. And we all know that even in tough times, we must fund our schools to the level they deserve. We agree on the principles – so when are we going to put our ideas into real action? We agree that investing in our local schools is the best way to ensure that our children receive the education they need to prepare them for a successful future in a 21st century economy and rapidly changing job market. Will San Francisco succeed in the 21st century with an educated and well-trained workforce? Or will the children of this city fall behind in achievement and opportunity?

Tracking Higher Education Funding in California

By sf-admin • Education

We keep hearing about the problems in our state’s higher education system: classrooms are too crowded, tuition is skyrocketing, and faculty members are expected to do more with fewer resources.

12 years ago

SFUSD Food Program Hungry for Reform

By sf-admin • Education

For low-income students in the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), lunchtime is not just about a break from class but about obtaining crucial nutrition.

Yet a recent study of the SFUSD school …
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12 years ago

San Francisco Isn’t the Brainiest City?!

By sf-admin • Education

By: Bernadette Samson

A few months ago, we were disappointed to find out that San Francisco wasn’t considered the “geekiest city.” Now we have to face the disappointing …
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It’s Time to Think Differently About California’s Budget

By sf-admin • Education

By: Ella Arnold

Tuesday, Governor Brown called for drastic cuts of vital services in order to close California’s budget deficit, which has increased to a devastating $15.7 billion. California’s K-12 …
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