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Frequently asked questions, answers, and related links to information about ongoing stories in the news.

Proposed Budget Cuts

Reports to the education community on the impact of proposed state budget cuts on education funding. Budget Crisis Report Card.

Wildfires

Under the direction of Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O’Connell in October 2007, the California Department of Education coordinated the effort by schools to help victims of the wildfires in Southern California. Southern California Wildfires.

No Child Left Behind

Efforts by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O’Connell to harmonize the state Academic Performance Index accountability system and the federal No Child Left Behind Act accountability system. Student Accountability.

California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE)

Information on CAHSEE remediation and options for students who have yet to pass the test, Chapman lawsuit settlement and legislation, and related documents. California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE).

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