Recessionary tales: Schools struggle to counter the economic downturn's impact on children

Although mushrooming homelessness, hunger, and health issues are straining most schools’ resources, school districts and county offices of education are finding ways to respond to these critical needs.

In case of emergency: Schools that prepare for the worst can avoid a world of hurt

Mitigation, preparedness and three Rs (response, recovery and reconstruction) are the keys to emergency management.

Executive director's note: CSBA files historic lawsuit against the state

Scott P. Plotkin is the executive director of the California School Boards Association.

Editor's note: School's out!

Brian Taylor is the managing editor of California Schools.

Perspective: ‘Learning Village’: Teamwork and technology

California’s largest elementary school district pursues a vision

Kathy Walker is the director of curriculum and standards for the Bakersfield City School District.

Class acts: ‘SERT’-ified teens can help with emergency response

The Napa County Office of Education's School Emergency Response Teams complement the work of adult emergency responders and expand the community’s capacities.

Class acts: Diverse collaborative helps teachers get results

The results-oriented Center for Teacher Efficacy professional development program is the product of a unique collaborative between the San Mateo, Sequoia and Jefferson Union high school districts; the San Mateo Office of Education; and San Francisco State University and Cañada College.

The last word: Bizarro World is alive and well in Sacramento

Frank Pugh is president of the California School Boards Association.