Salary plan for San Diego State president stirs furor

The compensation of $400,000 draws fire from critics, who cite deep cuts and rising tuition in the Cal State system. But a study found CSU campus presidents are underpaid compared to their peers.

Teachers from low-performing schools face stigma on job search

L.A. Unified staffers say they're often judged by their old school's failings.

Programs try to save students from 'summer slide' in academics

Children — particularly those from lower-income families — lose months of reading and math skills during vacation, studies show. Schools are offering summer camp-style programs to make learning fun.

Locke High School graduation: A Locke High milestone

It's an emotional time for the last of the 'original' pre-charter students and a graduation of sorts for their two guidance counselors as well.

His dream is a new field at L.A. City College

Duke Russell played at the school in the '40s on a field since razed. The site he's eyeing is set to house a student union, but the 85-year-old advocate for community college sports is undeterred.

Thousands arrive at school without whooping cough vaccination

A new state law requires all secondary students to provide proof of vaccination. The first day at L.A. Unified year-round schools bodes ill for the fall.

UC seeks to raise tuition another 10%

Regents will consider a nearly 10% increase for the fall, on top of an 8% increase that had already been approved. The added $1,100 per undergraduate would offset a $150-million state funding cut.

Verbal fireworks at L.A. school board meeting

After four board members are sworn in for four-year terms, Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte calls out her colleagues for playing politics.

After gay student's suicide, Central California district to revise harassment policies

Tehachapi Unified School District reaches an agreement with federal officials to prevent sexual and gender-based harassment and offer mandatory training for students, administrators and faculty.

L.A. Unified board approves final budget

Members bridge a $408-million shortfall with pay cuts and the layoffs of about 3,000 people, including some teachers. Officials say they could face a $629-million shortfall next year.

UC fears talent loss to deeper pockets

The departure of three star scientists from UC San Diego has officials worried about a possible brain drain tied to budget cuts.

Education Department compiles list of college tuition costs

The agency releases a report on some of the most expensive and most affordable schools. Looking to save money? Try the University of Puerto Rico.