Getting Down to Facts – Connections

August 4, 2026

Report: Toward a Stronger Next Generation of California Education

This 39-page report is the synthesis of all 55 technical reports and 22 research briefs. It identifies the primary challenges and concomitant priorities.  Big Take-Away   Over the past two decades, California has improved standards, early childhood programs, and data systems. Overall achievement has improved, but disparities persist, especially in math and among English learners and […]