STUDENT ENGAGEMENTIf AI Shrinks the School Day, Who Fills the Gap? (Guest Post)
By Vikrant Duggal•
AI tools are transforming education, potentially shortening school days while after-school programs preserve holistic learning.
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FUNDINGBy Vikrant Duggal•
Guide for CA afterschool & expanded learning programs on CALPADS: understand reporting, funding, compliance, SIS integration, and data management for
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FUNDINGWhat is the Local Control Funding Formula?
By Vikrant Duggal•
Learn how California's LCFF funds schools for equity and local control, supporting high-need students and community goals.
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FUNDING5 Big Mistakes Districts Make with California After-School Funding (And How to Avoid Them)
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Avoid the top 5 mistakes with CA after-school funding - boost compliance, staffing, funding, and student outcomes.
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FUNDINGHistory Behind Local Control Funding Formula
By Vikrant Duggal•
Discover how California’s LCFF modernized school funding for equity, local control, and student-focused resource use.
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FUNDINGUnderstanding LCFF Entitlement Components
By Vikrant Duggal•
Learn LCFF entitlement components—Base, Grade Span, Supplemental, and Concentration Grants—to maximize school funding.
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FUNDINGUnderstanding Local Control Funding Formula Impact
By Vikrant Duggal•
Explore LCFF’s impact on California school funding, equity, student achievement, and local accountability planning.
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