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Superintendent Thurmond's Transformative Education Initiatives in California

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Transforming Schools: Superintent’s Initiatives

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In the midst of significant transformations for California's K-12 public education system, we are leveraging unprecedented investments to revolutionize our schools. This pivotal moment offers us an opportunity to integrate innovative programs and strategies that support students, families, educators, and local educational agencies in their journey towards a brighter future.

State Superintent Tony Thurmond's Key Initiatives for Transforming California Schools


Community Schools: Building the Foundation of Success

A community school goes beyond traditional academics. It is an inclusive public institution serving grades prekindergarten through 12th grade, characterized by robust community partnerships med at fostering pupil learning and holistic development. Services like integrated support systems, exted learning opportunities, collaborative educator efforts, and strong family engagement are key components.

Literacy Task Force: Empowering Students with Reading Skills

The goal is to ensure that all California students achieve literacy proficiency by third grade, a critical milestone for academic success and future career opportunities. This initiative pulls together experts, community partners, and stakeholders to design strategies that boost reading skills and include biliteracy milestones for dual-language learners.

Closing the Digital Divide: Bridging the Online Gap

Addressing digital inequality is crucial in an era where technology drives learning. The Closing the Digital Divide initiative focuses on equipping all students with computing devices and ensuring access to reliable internet, ming to create equitable learning environments across the state.

Black Student Achievement Task Force: Addressing Systemic Racism

The task force identify and mitigate the systemic and institutional impacts of racism on California's Black student population. This effort underscores our commitment to equity and excellence in education for every student.

Universal Prekindergarten Pre-K: ming for Early Learning Excellence

With this initiative, we are striving for inclusive early learning opportunities that ensure children start their educational journey well-prepared for future academic success. It includes policies, resources, and support to create impactful pre-K programs across the state.

Expanded Learning Programs: Fostering Growth Beyond Regular School Hours

Recognizing that learning doesn't stop at school hours, these initiatives focus on providing students with opportunities for enrichment activities, skill development, and personal growth after regular schooling hours. This includes access to clubs, sports, arts, and more.

Additional Initiatives Programs

The Superintent's office also sponsors other impactful programs med at enhancing student outcomes across various domns such as arts education through Proposition 28 funding, leadership development with the United States Senate Youth Program, and ensuring equitable distribution of educational resources.

Recent Updates

Stay tuned for upcoming initiatives that m to further close gaps in education and promote equity. For more information or questions, please reach out to the Governmental Affrs Division at [email protected].


Last updated: Thursday, August 29, 2024


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