The Foundation concluded operations on December 31, 2020. Learn more.

Stories >

STEM

Education, STEM, Character, Education policy

Investing in the Promise of All Youth

Investing in the Promise of All Youth

Susan Harvey offers concluding reflections on the Foundation’s Education Program.

Education, STEM

The Promise of Quality Science Education for All

The Promise of Quality Science Education for All

California leaders are working to bring the power of high-quality science instruction to every young person in the state. This focus is especially important as society seeks to eliminate systemic racism, a pandemic underscores the importance of scientific literacy, and distance learning becomes the norm in the new school year.

Education, STEM, Character

Education Program: Investing in Knowledge, Skills, and Character

Education Program: Investing in Knowledge, Skills, and Character

Susan Harvey describes how the Foundation is building on early STEM funding, and supporting youth character development.

Education, STEM

Teacher Residencies (video)

Teacher Residencies (video)

California public school students deserve teachers who are well-prepared from their first day of work. The Fresno Teacher Residency aims to meet this need by providing an innovative pathway to teaching that is grounded in exactly what Fresno students will need.

Education, STEM

Supporting High-Quality Teaching with the New Standards

Supporting High-Quality Teaching with the New Standards

California has adopted a new set of academic standards in mathematics, English Language Arts, and science. To support teachers, leaders and students in shifting their practice, the Foundation has two initiatives underway: Math in Common® and NGSS Early Implementers Initiative.

Education, STEM

Preparing Teachers to Make Lasting Impact

Preparing Teachers to Make Lasting Impact

Evidence-based initiatives are helping to ensure that teachers have the skills and knowledge they need to deliver relevant, meaningful educations to today’s students.

Education, STEM

Grantee Story: Education Outside (video)

Grantee Story: Education Outside (video)

Education Outside’s innovative programming provides opportunities for students to interact with nature, bringing learning to life in outdoor classrooms.