A write to an education

Really? Should California withhold funding owed to school children?

Push has come to shove. Time to remember: Don't balance the budget on the backs of school children.

Published on A write to an education • May 30

Really? Should California withhold funding owed to school children?

Push has come to shove. Time to remember: Don't balance the budget on the backs of school children.

May 29 • Carol Kocivar

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Guess who is standing up to those bullies who threaten children and families. 

The mild-mannered California State PTA, that’s who.

May 14 • Carol Kocivar

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It’s time to change how we value teachers

Over a period of generations, teaching has become less attractive. This post unpacks some of the reasons why this has happened, what might change it…

May 6 • Carol Kocivar

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April 2026

Battle in San Francisco: How Should Ethnic Studies be Taught?

Forget the political positioning. This is not progressives vs MAGA or DEI vs FOX News.

Apr 25 • Carol Kocivar

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San Francisco's Puzzling strategy to improve attendance:

It cuts funding for strategies that work

Apr 20 • Carol Kocivar

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How will California tax initiatives affect education and your pocket book?

In this post we look at four important initiatives that will affect how much taxes you pay.

Apr 15 • Carol Kocivar

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March 2026

How parent pressure made San Francisco change its algebra policy.

San Francisco Superintendent Maria Su reacted sensibly and quickly to heed the will of the community and adjusted the policy to reflect parent concerns.

Mar 28 • Carol Kocivar

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How you can strengthen our democracy

High schools should lead voter registration efforts

Mar 26 • Carol Kocivar

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San Francisco flunks algebra once again.

SFUSD offers exactly the opposite of what voters want.

Mar 12 • Carol Kocivar

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Ten + ways to fix education funding.

Why California school funding isn’t keeping up with rising costs

Mar 6 • Carol Kocivar

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February 2026

Should Sports, Libraries, Arts, and Music be on the Chopping Block?

Take Action: San Francisco schools must keep these essential programs.

Feb 23 • Carol Kocivar

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