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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

What has changed since CTS’s 2020 student homelessness report? The numbers have increased, while the racial realities of homelessness have not changed. The counts are estimates, and likely much higher. Read our new 2026 report: transformschools.ucla.edu/research/sta... #StudentHomelessness

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

How do frequent moves affect a student’s ability to stay connected, engaged, and successful in school? Join CTS’s Dr. Mayra Cazares-Minero on October 15 for a presentation on highly mobile youth with First Star and the California Foster Youth Pre-College Collective. tinyurl.com/mvpbdrty

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Educational equity extends beyond schools. On Sept. 21 from 7–8PM PST, Dr. Joseph Bishop and Dr. Teng Siao See explore how cross-sector partnerships can build more coherent systems of support for students across U.S. and Singapore contexts. Register at tinyurl.com/yvrxu3kw #EducationEquity

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

At the 2026 CABSE Summer Institute, Dr. Stanley L. Johnson Jr. joined Dr. Cheryl James-Ward and Kawika Smith to discuss putting CABSE’s Blueprint for Black Brilliance in Mathematics into practice and driving change for Black students. Learn more: www.cabse.org/blueprint-2-0 #EducationEquity

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Housing instability can impact a student’s educational pathway. Our research documents disparities in attendance, achievement, graduation, and college enrollment among California students experiencing homelessness. Learn more: tinyurl.com/2mk9hd68 #StudentHomelessness #EducationalEquity

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Among Us is our podcast on the invisible experiences shaping K-12 students. In Ep 4, LACOE's La Shona Jenkins on what supporting foster youth actually requires: check-ins, grad tracking, job exposure and visits to residential programs to speak with students. transformschools.ucla.edu/among-us-pod...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

State of Crisis 2026 documents nearly 300,000 California students experiencing homelessness and examines the educational disparities of housing instability. Report: tinyurl.com/2er3689z #StudentHomelessness

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

What will it take to build California's bilingual teacher workforce? CTS Faculty Director @lucasantibanez.bsky.social spoke w/ @edsource.org. New research found geographic gaps: regions like the Central Valley have high bilingual needs, but few nearby teacher prep programs. tinyurl.com/yu79afza

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Our research on student homelessness in LA County was cited in @edsource.org by leaders from St. Joseph Center and Safe Place for Youth. The data supports their central point: housing stability & educational success are deeply connected. Read the commentary & our briefs: linktr.ee/Transformsch...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

What does it take to advance Black student success? Join the GENIUS Initiative's Freedom Dreaming for Black Student Success professional learning event, July 20–22 in Downey, CA. UCLA CTS is proud to be a research partner. Register: lacoe.k12oms.org/2748-276480

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Alternative schools are often doing the work of redesigning education, quietly and without enough recognition. Lead author Hui Huang explains how challenges like absenteeism and graduation rates reflect system-level barriers. Read the report: tinyurl.com/25mzekj3 #AlternativeEducation

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

At a Center focused on educational opportunity, it's even more meaningful to watch our team reach exceptional milestones. Congratulations to our 2026 graduates!🎓

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Joseph Bishop responds to the recent Education Scorecard on ABC7LA, noting that national comparisons don’t always align with how states measure student learning, potentially creating confusion about post-COVID progress. Learn more: tinyurl.com/a95w44r5

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Is California prepared to meet the growing demand for bilingual teachers? As programs grow, our new brief examines how leaders are preparing bilingual educators & whether the teacher pipeline can keep pace with Global California 2030’s goals. Read the brief: tinyurl.com/yu79afza

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

At Binghamton University’s 2026 Edgar W. Couper Lecture, Tyrone C. Howard reminded future educators that relationships matter. Building trust and culturally responsive support systems is essential to ensuring all students are seen, supported, and able to thrive. Full article at tinyurl.com/yc4pud8s

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Our latest Community Schools Research Library addition examines how LUSD used LCFF funding to build and sustain a comprehensive school counseling model, leading to improvements in school climate, student belonging, and attendance. Read the case study in our research library at tinyurl.com/yckau73j

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Happy Pride Month! We celebrate LGBTQIA+ students, educators, families, and communities whose experiences enrich our schools and classrooms. Every student deserves to learn in an environment where they feel safe, supported, and a true sense of belonging. #PrideMonth

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

In this conversation with KNX News 97.1 FM, CTS Research Analyst Mayra Cazares-Minero reflects on post-pandemic student needs and emphasizes the importance of identification, stronger coordination, and sustained investment in student support. Explore the briefs at tinyurl.com/mr3hpkrm

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

This month’s CSRL features “The Future of Public Education” by Barnett Berry, Mike Matsuda, and Michael Fullan. The book explores how schools can rethink teaching, learning, and leadership to better support students. Explore our library at tinyurl.com/23zk8w7a Purchase the book from Amazon or Corwin

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Our new research on the California administrator workforce was featured in JBHE, highlighting a small but meaningful increase in Black school leaders across California. Read the article: tinyurl.com/4t6en29d Read the brief: tinyurl.com/2uuw5f27

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

What challenges do California students in non-traditional schools face? Our new report finds that marginalized students—especially Black, Latine, Indigenous youth, students with disabilities, & more—experience worse outcomes & school climates. Read more: tinyurl.com/ysrcvpdf #AlternativeEducation

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Student homelessness in LA County rose by 28% in one year, the largest increase in the past five years. Featured in LA Times, our research points to housing shortages, expiring funding, and systemic inequities as key drivers. Learn more: tinyurl.com/43y92ae3 tinyurl.com/bp9pdd9e

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Our research on CA’s school administrators was recently featured in @edsource.org on leadership trends across the state. Gaps in data highlight the need for stronger support systems and clearer pathways. Read the article: tinyurl.com/3j3bhb86 Explore the brief: tinyurl.com/2uuw5f27

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

In a recent @edsource.org podcast episode, LUSD Lead Counselor Alma Lopez shared how their counseling program shows what’s possible when districts invest in students. Even as a smaller district, their success offers a model that other districts can learn from. Learn more: tinyurl.com/yc4zn9sn

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

April’s Community Schools Research Library feature highlights two new UCLA CTS briefs that analyze both broader systemic trends and the lived experiences behind the data. Strengthening how we support students experiencing housing instability is essential. Explore the briefs at tinyurl.com/yckau73j

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

More than 61,000 students in LA County experienced homelessness in 2023–24—a 28% increase. New CTS briefs examine rising need and declining resources, alongside barriers like stigma and underidentification. 🔗https://tinyurl.com/43y92ae3 🔗https://tinyurl.com/bp9pdd9e

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

UCLA CTS is presenting at AERA 2026📍 From STEM pathways to education reform to teacher retention, our sessions explore what it takes to build more equitable and effective school systems. Join us in Downtown Los Angeles, April 8–12. @aeraedresearch.bsky.social @uclaseis.bsky.social

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

“You have to really wonder if there are those in this country who want to see Black students succeed, or are they more comfortable seeing black students failing?” Tyrone Howard said. Howard spoke with LA Public Press about the impact of the BSAP in LAUSD. Read the article at tinyurl.com/5yh764tu

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Stability matters for student success. CTS Executive Director Joseph Bishop will present the keynote at Santa Clara County’s Annual Child Abuse Symposium on highly mobile youth with a focus on local data. Register at: www.eventbrite.com/e/43rd-annua...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Request for Proposals: California School Administrator Workforce Survey UCLA CTS and ACSA are seeking a polling firm to design and deliver a statewide survey on California’s school administrator workforce. Please share with your networks and relevant organizations: forms.gle/vxxEDDVk24Ur...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Webinar today at 3pm PT: CTS Project Director Michael Corral will join a panel discussion on how California schools are reducing suspensions through restorative practices & stronger student-adult relationships. 🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/4adkfpuy

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

On March 24 at 3pm ET, join AFT’s Share My Lesson webinar to hear how parent advocate Miesha Parker navigated family separation as a result of school reporting, and how educators can move from mandatory reporting to mandated support. Register and share: sharemylesson.com/webinars/man...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

LEAs can prioritize 3 policy efforts to address discipline disparities in schools: Committing to data-driven decision-making Leading a culture of empathy and support Integrating family and community engagement Learn more in CSBA’s new blog post featuring our research brief: tinyurl.com/2ntruzsm

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Our Community Schools Research Library feature for this month highlights our brief, Strengthening K-12 Cellphone Policies to Support Student Learning and Well-Being. The brief offers guidance for K–12 leaders navigating evolving cellphone policies. Explore the full library at tinyurl.com/35kdedj3

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

As lawsuits challenge equity-focused education policies, Tyrone Howard warns in a new EdSource op-ed that these cases risk distorting history and ignoring decades of research on educational inequity. Read more at: tinyurl.com/3m3ds5nw tinyurl.com/2yt49tzp tinyurl.com/mr2nhuru

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

CTS analyzed five years of CDE educator workforce data (SY 2019–20 to 2023–24) on 285K+ teachers and 28K+ school leaders statewide. Key trends: • Fewer experienced teachers • Growth in Latine & Asian teachers • Rising share of inexperienced administrators Read the briefs at tinyurl.com/nhdsce27

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

A proposed statewide cell phone ban in Kansas schools has bipartisan support. In a KCUR article, Joseph Bishop noted that while concerns about screen time are real, one-size-fits-all mandates overlooks differences across districts. Read the article and our research brief at linktr.ee/Transformsch...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Joseph Bishop and Adriana Jaramillo Castillo were recently interviewed in a K–12 Dive article featuring their case study of LUSD. Their research found that student-centered counseling can advance educational equity. Link to article: tinyurl.com/3ycrxx2y Link to case study: tinyurl.com/2ahjk723

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

This month’s Community Schools research examines how federal funding rollbacks threaten teacher preparation pipelines, especially pathways for educators of color. Protecting these pipelines is essential to building culturally responsive school communities. Read the brief at tinyurl.com/4hsw4kdt

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

In 2023, we published a brief examining how immigration enforcement actions affect students, families, educators, and school communities. A Harvard Education Press blog post describes how similar patterns continue to appear in schools today. Read the brief and the blog at linktr.ee/Transformsch...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

This webinar explores how restorative approaches, aligned with behavioral health supports, can help schools leaders, behavioral health and student support professionals, and community partners respond to student behavior without exclusion. 🔗Register via tinyurl.com/4jj89738

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

This BHM, we’re centering what works for Black students with a special virtual event. We will examine the conditions that foster Black students’ academic success, belonging, and well-being, as well as share evidence from schools and communities. Register: tinyurl.com/3epbwjhk

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

What would meaningful access to school counselors have changed for you or your child? Comment below! Our latest brief was featured in @edsource.org on how LUSD reduced chronic absenteeism and lowered suspensions through school counseling. Read the article and our brief at linktr.ee/Transformsch...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Kathy Do of our recent brief w/ @uccsucollab.bsky.social was featured on @npr.org’s It’s Been a Minute w/ @bmluse.bsky.social. Kathy highlighted a key insight: repeated cellphone violations should prompt support, not suspension Link to episode: tinyurl.com/mwxwadcm Link to brief: tinyurl.com/4jmpzyn

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

What can CO and WA teach us about supporting #highlymobileyouth? In a new case study, UCLA CTS and @wested.org explore how these two states align cross-sector services to support students experiencing homelessness, foster care, migrant mobility, and justice involvement. tinyurl.com/HMY-WA-CO

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Tyrone Howard published his 2024 AERA Presidential Address. The piece calls on education leaders to confront the historical roots of racism, examine how it shapes today’s systems, & disrupt the routines that continue to reproduce inequity in education. Learn more at tinyurl.com/yydpcuzu

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

This month’s Community Schools Research Library resource: CTS’s 2025-26 CA Educator Diversity Funding Guide, outlining nearly $300 million in funding opportunities that support educator diversity. Explore the full guide and our library at tinyurl.com/53cmxcm5

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

A new EdWeek interview with Kathy Do highlights findings from our new study evidencing why cellphone restrictions alone are not enough, and why schools must also support students in building healthy digital habits. Read the full interview and explore our research brief at linktr.ee/Transformsch...

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

School counselors help students build confidence and explore new possibilities. They bring training in college and career guidance, mental health awareness, and early identification of student needs. Watch our video on Livingston USD’s counseling program: tinyurl.com/2usx4ppp

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UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools @uclacts.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

In 2025, CTS advanced research and partnerships rooted in equity, care, and community leadership. We uplifted student and educator voices and supported more just, joyful schools. Wishing you rest, reflection, and a bright start to the new year. 💛💙

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