We are proud to share the CA EDGE Coalition’s 2024 Annual Report, a reflection of the collective progress we’ve made over the past year. Together, we’ve worked to drive transformative change in California’s education and workforce development systems, paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable future. In 2024, the efforts of our team, […]
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Thank you to everyone who registered and participated in our recent Table Talk on Apprenticeships, Pre-Apprenticeships, and Earn-and-Learn Opportunities! Did you miss it? No problem! Click here to view the event recording. We’re thrilled to announce that Part II of this discussion is already in development! This follow-up session will build on the ideas shared and explore
The 2024 legislative session brought significant developments impacting education, workforce development, and social safety net services in Los Angeles County. EDGE is proud to have played a key role in advocating for these crucial policy and budget priorities. This wrap-up highlights the impact of key legislation and budget items for Los Angeles. While some of
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The 2024-2025 State Budget, signed by Governor Newsom on June 29th, has significant implications for Los Angeles County. The budget includes total expenditures of $297.9 billion, with $211.5 billion allocated from the General Fund. This agreement addresses a $46.8 billion deficit for the budget year through a mix of broad-based solutions, including cuts, delays, and
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Join the CA EDGE Coalition for an engaging table talk on apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, and earn-and-learn opportunities in California. Register Here
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Since the adoption of Senate Bill (SB) 554 in 2019, an adult student pursuing a high school diploma (HSD) or a high school equivalency (HSE) certificate in California can benefit from dual enrollment. Dual Enrollment allows your potential workforce to enroll as a special part-time student at a community college, allowing them to attain the
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In August 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom initiated the creation of California’s Master Plan for Career Education. The goal of this initiative is to enhance equitable access to high-paying jobs by tackling structural barriers and improving education and training pathways. Public input, which highlighted key priorities, was submitted to inform the plan and a report was
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On June 29th, Governor Gavin Newsom signedthe final 2024-2025 State Budget. The budget, agreed upon by the Governor and Legislature, includes total expenditures of $297.9 billion, with $211.5 billion allocated from the General Fund. This agreement addresses a $46.8 billion deficit for the budget year through a mix of broad-based solutions, including cuts, delays, and
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California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2024-25 May Revision On May 10th, Govern or Gavin Newsom presented the 2024-25 May Revision. The updated state budget outlines a $288 billion spending plan, with a revised projected shortfall of $27.6 billion, down from the January estimate of $37 billion. This comes after the Legislature reduced spending by
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Since the adoption of Senate Bill (SB) 554 in 2019, an adult student pursuing a high school diploma (HSD) or a high school equivalency (HSE) certificate in California can benefit from dual enrollment. Dual enrollment allows learners to enroll as a special part-time student at a community college. Given its potential to equitably expand college
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