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Governor Gavin Newsom s new budget proposal, called the May Revise is being met with relief from the higher-education sector - which had feared big cuts. The higher ed budget is stable, despite a projected budget deficit of $35.1 billion. Joshua Hagen, director of policy and advocacy for the Campaign for College Opportunity, said the revise fully funds promises made to the UC, CSU and community college systems. . ....
A new report explored the pathways young people can take to land good-paying jobs, and a popular program in Idaho is helping young people with the goal. The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce looked at 10 pathways to increase people s chances of getting a good job before the age of 30. While there is standard advice like getting a bachelor s degree, the report also suggested entering other types of programs by age 22. . ....
It is Teacher Appreciation Week , and one Arizona lawmaker, who is a former elementary school teacher, wants to recognize the important work educators do every day. Rep. Laura Terech, D-Phoenix, said she got involved in politics after getting frustrated with Arizona s public school system. . ....
As Teacher Appreciation Week continues, Minnesotans are reminded of the commitment educators bring to the classroom, and the message is coming from broader support staff. This year s events celebrating educators come as lawmakers in other states place more scrutiny on curriculum. Certain parent groups also are ratcheting up pressure on school systems over "culture war" issues. . ....