Education - Introduction

Welcome to the Education Commission area of the California State PTA

The Education Commission addresses all education related issues from early childhood through higher education. The commissioners encourage PTAs to actively participate at all levels of decision-making -- local, state and federal. Members of the commission serve on many statewide committees and commissions addressing education issues.

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) Results

Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Results


State Board of Education

Office of the Education Master Plan

What Works Clearinghouse - provides educators, policy-makers, researchers, and the public with a central source of scientific evidence of what works to improve student outcomes.

US Dept of Ed-EROD - Educational Research Organizations Directory (3,975 links)


Civic Mission of Schools

MY VOTE
Encourage students to be active voters once they are old enough to cast a ballot.

Educating for Democracy
Educating for Democracy promotes civic education in California.

LegiSchool Project
The Project's mission is to engage California high school students in matters of public policy.

Introduction
Current Issues
Educational Grants/Scholarships
Did You Know That?
How To Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week
Links

Community Concerns
Education
Health
Parent Involvement
Awards
Grants
Reflections
Scholarships
Special Projects - SMARTS
Developing a Program
Building Successful Partnerships
Founders Day
Community Action Plans
PTA Involvement
Toolkit

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