Quest Special Ed. Communications℠

Easy to read summaries of important industry communication for management staff at LEAs.

April 14, 2025

CALPADS Update Flash #299: Conversion of Validation Rules

CDE has simplified the EOY 1–4 submission process by converting most Certification Validation Rules (CVRs) into Data Discrepancies (DDs). This allows LEAs to identify and fix issues earlier, reducing errors during certification.

March 20, 2025

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Pledges to Continue Focus on Moving the Needle for Student Achievement, Pushes Back on Unlawful Efforts to Dismantle Federal Education Programs

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond condemned a federal executive order aimed at dissolving the U.S. Department of Education, calling it legally unenforceable and harmful to students.

February 21, 2025

CDE Response to Federal 'Dear Colleague' Letter

Thurmond clarified that the letter advising against race-based programs is not legally binding, and California schools are not at risk of losing funding based on it.