Katie Anastas
Education ReporterKatie Anastas covers education for KPBS News, from preschools and TK to universities and community colleges. Katie has covered school closures, child care shortages, Alaska Native education and statewide school funding issues for Alaska Public Media. In New York City, she reported on a controversial admissions process at the city's elite public high schools.
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The programs provide research opportunities, stipends and tuition discounts for students pursuing science education. -
At least 16 students in the San Diego Unified School District have damaged their school-issued laptops as part of a TikTok trend known as the "Chromebook Challenge." -
Rosalio Chavarin, 80, wanted to play mariachi music since he was a kid. Thanks to the nonprofit Villa Musica, he's part of an ensemble that practices at the Logan Heights Library. -
Mayor Todd Gloria is expected to release a new budget proposal on Wednesday. Advocates hope to see more targeted cuts, rather than the same reductions across the city. -
We watched all the local entries so you don't have to. From inventive setups to unforgettable songs, these musicians brought creativity, presence and serious skill to their 2025 NPR Tiny Desk submissions. -
Adjunct faculty in USD’s College of Arts and Sciences said the university cut courses without bargaining over the impact on union members.
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San Diego County Supervisor Nora Vargas, chair of the county Board of Supervisors, Friday announced her decision to step down from the board at the end of her term, Jan. 6, 2025. -
The former district employees allege Jackson routinely sexually harassed them and that they were demoted for refusing his advances. -
King tides could bring even more flood risk later this month.
- In Escondido, a school board member changes her name but not her politics
- SCUBA divers volunteer at San Diego's Birch Aquarium
- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools
- San Diego City Council to once again consider Balboa Park parking fees
- Elected officials announce proposed ordinance aimed at fed enforcement actions