Since 2021, districts have been applying for the California Community Schools Partnership Program grant, which focuses on utilizing community resources to improve student outcomes. Community schools have an enhanced focus on community engagement and development, health and social services and academics. In 2022, the California legislature expanded the program by increasing funds and guaranteeing the program runs until 2031.
California leads the country with a staggering 335 districts that use the progressive approach to classroom discipline. It s also popular in Montana, Texas, Florida, Maryland, and Virginia.