State Superintendent Of Public Instruction
California Schools Chief Calls For Statewide Bond Measure
Tom Torlakson said the passage of Proposition 30 is just the first step in getting the state’s education system back on track.
California Schools Chief Promotes Healthy Kids Project In Bay Area
The state superintendent been lacing up sneakers to spread the word about the benefits of physical activity as he kicks off a healthy-kids initiative in California schools.
Emeryville’s School District Ends State Control With $1.3M Loan Payoff
Emeryville’s school district has ended 10 years of state control by paying off the final installment of a $1.3 million loan it had to take out because of the large debt it had accumulated under its previous leadership.
Torlakson Sworn In As New California Schools Chief
On Monday California got a new State Superintendent of Public Instruction in Tom Torlakson. The former East Bay state assemblyman, Contra Costa County supervisor, and Antioch city councilman held an inauguration at Mount Diablo High School in Concord where he was once a teacher.
Tight Race Expected For State Superintendent
Californians will choose a new state Superintendent of Public Instruction at the ballot box in November.


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