Policy Newsletters & Updates
The End of the Legislative Season + Light’s On!
September 17, 2024
We are at the end of the legislative
season! The bills that passed the legislature are now
awaiting the governor’s decision. The deadline for the governor
to sign or veto them is September 30th.
Due to it being an election year, the legislative season ends early, giving legislators time to work on their campaigns for election or reelection.
CAN Policy Newsletter – California’s Budget Agreement & Expanded Learning
July 10, 2024
In late June the Governor and Legislature reached an agreement on the 2024-25 California Budget and on June 26, Governor Newsom signed the Budget Act of 2024 (AB 107). Governor Newsom made it clear that the budget would maintain strong support for schools, including Expanded Learning.
CAN Policy Newsletter – May Revise Protects Expanded Learning!
June 5, 2024
May Revise has come! After the Governor delivered his May Revision presentation on May 10th, more details were shared, and much discussion ensued.
We are grateful for our Governor’s commitment to education and are happy to see Expanded Learning funding protected!
“I want to see us preserve the progress we’ve made on Community Schools, Preschool, Afterschool, and Summer school for all. The work we’re doing is nation-leading in the education space.” -Gavin Newsom.
CAN Policy Newsletter – Kick off 2024 with Advocacy!
January 19, 2024
Welcome to CAN’s policy newsletter, where we will share state and federal updates, resources, webinars, events, and more to keep you up-to-date and well-informed! We are excited to re-launch this exciting resource this year.
CA State Budget Updates
July 2, 2021
We know there are many questions about the state budget and you all have been patiently waiting for updates! We don’t have all the answers yet but wanted to share what we do know. Below is what we know as of this moment, and things are rapidly shifting, so by the time you actually read this email, it could have changed!
CAN Special Newsletter – Budget Updates & Resources
January 29, 2021
In recent weeks there have been many exciting but nuanced budget and legislative updates that impact Expanded Learning in California. Our most recent fireside chat with Michael Funk and additional resources are provided in this newsletter to help you navigate and provide input during this rapidly evolving time.
CAN Policy Newsletter – We Need Your Voices!
May 22, 2020
Last week California Governor Gavin Newsom released his revised state budget proposal. While we appreciate the Governor for his leadership in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic and appreciate the difficult decisions involved with balancing the budget in the current climate, his proposed cut to afterschool programs would be a huge setback for children and families in California who are already disproportionately affected by the current crisis.
CAN Policy Newsletter – #AfterschoolWorks
February 25, 2020
We know #AfterschoolWorks – in fact, CAN just released our most recent State of the State of Expanded Learning for California that highlights the many ways afterschool works for California’s students, families, and communities.
CAN Policy Newsletter – Increase in Federal Funding!
January 14, 2020
Since our last newsletter, we received some good news and some bad news for afterschool funding.
CAN Policy Newsletter – Raise Your Voices for Afterschool
December 5, 2019
The year may be winding down, but there are lots of current and upcoming opportunities to make your voice heard for afterschool!
In California registration for the 16th Annual CA Afterschool and Summer Challenge just kicked off, and even if you can’t make it to the challenge you can Amplify Your Voice through postcards!
CAN Policy Newsletter – New Advocacy Resources!
November 7, 2019
We know the life-changing impact afterschool programs can have on children, families, and communities.
A couple of weeks ago Fight Crime: Invest in Kids released a new report that reinforces the vital role that afterschool programs play in turning the hours after school, and before parents return home from work, into a time of learning and growth for our young people.
CAN Policy Newsletter – Advocacy is All Year Long!
October 3, 2019
It’s October, the fall season has officially begun, and we are weeks away from the 20th Annual Lights On Afterschool celebration, which is a wonderful reminder that we can and should advocate for after school all year round! Now is the time to engage your communities and elected officials, and remind them how essential our programs are to supporting children and youth all across California.
CAN Policy Newsletter – Back to School!
September 5, 2019
For many of us school is back in session which is a great time to kick off your advocacy efforts. Our state legislature and Congress are also back in the swing of things and making crucial decisions that impact our youth.
CAN Policy Newsletter – Keep the Lights on Afterschool!
August 7, 2019
This October 24 marks the 20th Lights On Afterschool!
Lights On is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families, and communities. It is a great opportunity to keep our momentum going, raise more awareness in your community, and help mobilize support for afterschool at the local, state, and federal levels! Legislators will be in their districts, looking for ways to connect with the community.
CAN Policy Newsletter – $50 Million for After School
July 1, 2019
Advocates across California and across the country have been fighting hard for After School programs!