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We partner with the education ecosystem to bring about systems change through Humanizing Research, Validating Practices, and Transformative Policies with key stakeholders to support equitable educational outcomes for all students.

Four new studies examine student homelessness across Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah. Rather than focusing only on...
10/01/2026

Four new studies examine student homelessness across Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah. Rather than focusing only on counts, the research explores trends and disparities, students’ educational experiences, and how students experiencing housing instability are identified and supported.

The findings vary across states and communities, but together they show why understanding housing instability matters when we think about educational opportunity.

Explore the four studies: https://transformschools.ucla.edu/research/students-experiencing-homelessness/

California’s alternative education system serves more than 150,000 students each year, and the needs of those students c...
10/01/2026

California’s alternative education system serves more than 150,000 students each year, and the needs of those students can look very different from those served in traditional school settings.

Join us on October 6 for a free webinar exploring new research on California’s alternative education system.

The conversation will examine student experiences, school climate, academic outcomes, and policy recommendations designed around the distinct missions and needs of alternative schools.

📅 Tuesday, October 6, 2026
🕛 12 p.m. PT
💻 Live on Zoom

Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ytbeWU_6QzWZOtzJmDxTpw #/registration

09/29/2026

One out of 20 youth in California are reported to be experiencing homelessness, and the actual number is likely much higher.

Reflecting on what has changed since CTS’s first report on student homelessness in 2020, Dr. Joseph Bishop says the numbers have increased, while the racial disparities of homelessness have not changed.

He describes the findings as a “sobering reminder” of the need for a comprehensive plan to address student homelessness and a call for communities across the stateto take some responsibility for doing something about it.

Read our new 2026 report: https://transformschools.ucla.edu/research/state-of-crisis-2026-a-deepening-crisis-of-students-experiencing-homelessness-across-california/

How do frequent moves and transitions affect a student's ability to stay connected, engaged, and successful in school?Jo...
09/18/2026

How do frequent moves and transitions affect a student's ability to stay connected, engaged, and successful in school?

Join us on October 15 for a conversation on the educational experiences of highly mobile youth. CTS’s Dr. Mayra Cazares-Minero will present emerging research, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Karina Garcia-Lopez and Marquel Reid of First Star.

This session will dig into what strengthens continuity and connection for these students, and how to move research into practice, policy, and systems change.
Presented in partnership with First Star and the California Foster Youth Pre-College Collective.

Oct. 15, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. PT

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SVaRyLvfSKeQbMOcrY0D1g #/registration

How can research and evaluation help strengthen community schools implementation?Join researchers from the UCLA Center f...
09/17/2026

How can research and evaluation help strengthen community schools implementation?

Join researchers from the UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools for Scaling Equity: Research and Evaluation Strategies for Stronger Community Schools & Whole System Strategies, a webinar for prospective and new California Community Schools grantees.

Participants will explore how research and evaluation can support Needs and Assets Assessments, elevate community experiences, provide actionable information for practitioners, and strengthen continuous improvement.

Drawing on seven years of research and evaluation experience, CTS will also share considerations for LEAs determining their internal evaluation capacity and whether an external research partner could support their work.

📅 October 1, 2026
⏰ 11-11:30am PT
💻 Virtual

Register: https://ucla.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XKPIaw1PTzWgj9TrFelelg

The 2026 California Association of Black School Educators Summer Institute brought together educators and leaders for a ...
09/16/2026

The 2026 California Association of Black School Educators Summer Institute brought together educators and leaders for a dynamic conversation following the unveiling of CABSE’s Blueprint for Black Brilliance in Mathematics.

Grounded in research, practitioner expertise, and the experiences of Black students, the Blueprint identifies the conditions, strategies, and commitments needed to advance mathematics achievement and opportunity.

At the Institute, Dr. Stanley L. Johnson Jr. engaged in a powerful conversation on moving from Blueprint to practice with colleagues Dr. Cheryl James-Ward and Kawika Smith. They discussed how strong instruction, educator development, leadership, and accountability can help create the conditions for Black students to thrive in mathematics.

We invite educators, leaders, and advocates to explore the full Blueprint 2.0 and turn its vision into action: https://www.cabse.org/blueprint-2-0

Student homelessness has consequences that extend beyond housing.Our research documents persistent disparities for Calif...
09/15/2026

Student homelessness has consequences that extend beyond housing.

Our research documents persistent disparities for California students experiencing homelessness in school attendance, academic achievement, high school graduation, and postsecondary enrollment.

Understanding these patterns can help educators, policymakers, and communities recognize the connection between housing stability and students’ educational experiences.

Explore the research:
https://transformschools.ucla.edu/research/state-of-crisis-2026-a-deepening-crisis-of-students-experiencing-homelessness-across-california/

Meet La Shona Jenkins, LACOE's Director of Foster Youth Services.In Episode 4 of UCLA CTS’ Among Us podcast, La Shona wa...
09/10/2026

Meet La Shona Jenkins, LACOE's Director of Foster Youth Services.

In Episode 4 of UCLA CTS’ Among Us podcast, La Shona walks us through what supporting foster youth in K-12 actually looks like. Regular check-ins with students. Keeping them on track for graduation. Discussing job preparation and financial literacy.

This is wraparound student support in practice, and central to the California Community Schools Partnership Program.

Listen to Episode 4 and the full Among Us series: https://transformschools.ucla.edu/among-us-podcast/

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