California Education Budget Shifts | San Jose News

California just poured $128 billion into education — the biggest education budget in state history — aimed at newcomer students, English learners, and college financial aid. But behind the headlines, a major shakeup is brewing: the Department of Education is being restructured, with a governor-appointed commissioner replacing the state superintendent and expanded board power shifting control to the legislature and governor. Supporters say it’ll bring clearer leadership, but critics warn it could politicize education. Meanwhile, $4 billion is held in reserve, preschool funding is shifting, and K-12 and community colleges get a cost-of-living raise plus up to 14 weeks of paid pregnancy leave. Big wins include $100 million for English learners, $2.4 billion for special education — the largest ever — and $64 million for after-school programs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f59eb3177f04701d