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Highlights from Governor Newsom’s Proposed 2023-24 State Budget

January 20, 2023 by Leo Martinez

Greetings from Californians Together!

On Tuesday, January 10, Governor Newsom presented his proposed 2023-24 state budget that includes a $297 billion spending plan and an expected $22.5 billion shortfall. The overall budget theme was categorized by budget shifts (that is shifting funding from one source to another), and delayed implementation and/or reduction of programs. As a big picture, it included $7.1 billion in delayed spending, $2.6 billion in spending reductions, and $4.3 billion in budget shifts. As we had seen in previous budgets, many of the commitments were one-time spending so that in case of a budget shortfall like what is projected, these commitments could be reassessed. All of this to say, the May Revision will paint a clear picture of how much funding is to be allocated to specific programs and if there will be further cuts needed. 

We appreciate the Governor’s commitment to education, specifically the $300 million ongoing Proposition 98 General Fund to establish an equity multiplier as an add-on to the LCFF to focus on closing opportunity gaps. However, we are concerned that without a requirement to set goals to close achievement gaps within district plans, the funding will not have the desired impact. We applaud the continued dedication to the educator workforce and would highlight the need for targeted funding for bilingual teacher preparation programs. It is for this reason that Californians Together is exploring legislation that would require districts to set goals for closing opportunity gaps in their LCAPs and continue to support the reauthorization of the Bilingual Teacher Professional Development Program (BTPDP).

With a limited budget on the horizon, we will continue to fight for our English learners and ensure that budget cuts don’t widen the already existing academic and opportunity gaps. We will highlight the need to protect and expand proven approaches to educator professional learning, like the Educator Workforce Investment Grants. 

Click here to view our full highlights. 

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November 2022 Newsletter

December 5, 2022 by Leo Martinez

Check out our November 2022 Newsletter highlighting

  • Policy and Advocacy Updates
  • Upcoming Events
  • Last Month’s Updates
  • Month Highlights
  • How You Can Take Action and more!

Read our Newsletter today!

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We’re Hiring For A Policy Associate (Dual Language Learners) Position Apply Today!

November 9, 2022 by Leo Martinez

We are hiring a Policy Associate who specializes in Dual Language Learners. The Policy Associate will support the organization's policy, research, and advocacy work on early childhood that focuses on the education issues impacting dual language learner (DLL) and English learner (EL) students from birth to third grade.

Apply today and work for a statewide advocacy coalition focused on championing the educational success of English learners in California. To apply visit the link here.

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We’re Hiring For A Communications Associate! Start Your Application Today!

November 4, 2022 by Leo Martinez

We're hiring for a Communications Associate position! We are looking for a candidate who share our passion and dedication to grow high quality biliteracy and dual language/English learner programs and services from pre-school to 12th grade. Come and work for a statewide advocacy coalition focused on championing the educational success of English learners in California.

To apply visit the link here.

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WestEd Launches Report Summarizing Recommendations Corresponding to Multilingual Learners with Suspected Disabilities in California

October 25, 2022 by Leo Martinez

It can be challenging to distinguish between young multilingual learners language learning needs and the presence of a potential disability. As a result, multilingual learners are often inaccurately referred for special education services orthey miss out on the services they do require. Either scenario has lasting consequences for these children and their academic trajectories.

WestEd has recently released a report entitled “Resourcing Supports for Young Multilingual Learners with Suspected Disabilities in California: Learning Collaborative Recommendations” written by Elizabeth Burr and Jamey Burho and launched a cross-sector Learning Collaborative to promote robust instruction and accurate disability identification for young (prek through grade 2) multilingual learners. The Learning Collaborative reviewed current research and practice and developed high-leverage, actionable resourcing recommendations. This report summarizes those recommendations and outlines corresponding funding streams in three areas:

  • Learning opportunities in preK
  • High-quality Tier 1 Core Instruction in elementary settings
  • Pre-referral supports, assessment, and special education referral

Click the link here to download the report and learn more

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September 1, 2022 by Leo Martinez

Check out our August 2022 Newsletter highlighting

  • Policy and Advocacy Updates
  • Month Highlights
  • Upcoming Events
  • Media Mentions
  • How You Can Support Our Mission and Vision!

Read our Newsletter today!

https://californianstogether.org/9649-2/

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