Chronic absenteeism is a silent crisis plaguing Oakland schools, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only made it worse. Despite many students believing they have satisfactory attendance, the harsh reality is that far too many are missing critical instructional time. This disconnect has severe consequences for student learning, engagement, and long-term success.
The Oakland Ed Week in Review 6/1/24-6/7/24
It’s time for the Oakland Ed Week in Review! We’re back with our roundup of education news from around The Town, the Bay Area, state, and nation for your weekend reading. This is a Dirk favorite and one of the last blogs he published for Great School Voices. Here’s what’s been going on: Here in…
Addressing the Disconnect: Grades vs. Proficiency in Oakland Schools
Attaining a high grade in a class doesn’t necessarily mean a student is proficient. Energy Convertors student researchers unpack this issue in their 2024 report, which was recently released.
Open Charter Seats, Week of June 4, 2024
The schools on this list are for enrolling in the next school year — 2024-25. The application is now open and accepting students at OaklandEnrolls.org.
The Oakland Ed Week in Review 5/25/24-5/31/24
It’s time for the Oakland Ed Week in Review! We’re back with our roundup of education news from around The Town, the Bay Area, state, and nation for your weekend reading. This is a Dirk favorite and one of the last blogs he published for Great School Voices. Here’s what’s been going on: Here in…