Governor Newsom signed California's 2026-27 budget on June 29, unlocking $128 billion for schools—including a $5 billion flexible block grant districts can direct toward counseling and student support. Here's what's in it, and how to make the case for your program.

California's $4.1 billion Community Schools Partnership Program offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform student support—but only if districts move beyond isolated programs to a coordinated strategy. Discover why school counselors are the essential "central nervous system" of integrated student supports, how the MTMDSS framework aligns counseling roles with CCSPP's four pillars, and the data-driven strategies needed to sustain these initiatives beyond the 2032 funding sunset.

California just proposed a record $127.1 billion in education funding for 2026–27 — including $5 billion in completely discretionary block grants and a 4.31% Super COLA. Here's what the May Revise means for school counseling, student support, and postsecondary readiness programs.

Funding Student Success highlights timely federal and California funding opportunities that can support school counseling, student support, and postsecondary readiness efforts. From Title programs and Perkins V to LCFF, Community Schools, CTE grants, and career pathway investments, this resource helps leaders identify where funding exists and how to align it with student-centered goals.

California's students deserve mental health support that meets them where they are — and CYBHI is making that possible.

The Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative's statewide school-linked fee schedule is reshaping how school counselors deliver care. With zero out-of-pocket costs for families, coverage for students through age 26, and a permanent reimbursement pathway replacing the old grant-funding cliff — this isn't just a policy update. It's a structural shift that puts school counselors at the center of sustainable, equitable student wellness.

The result so far? 31,567 students served and $6.84 million in new revenue generated statewide.

Here's what every PPS credentialed counselor in California needs to know.

California and federal agencies invest hundreds of millions of dollars each year into career pathways, dual enrollment, apprenticeships, and college access initiatives—yet many districts are not fully leveraging these opportunities.

This guide is designed to help school counseling leaders and district teams better understand the funding landscape and use it strategically to expand impact. From supporting additional counseling positions to strengthening college and career advising systems, these funds can play a critical role in building sustainable, student-centered programs.

Inside, you’ll find a breakdown of key funding streams, estimated award ranges, and practical considerations to help your district align resources, avoid common pitfalls, and maximize available opportunities.

👉 Explore how intentional planning can turn funding into meaningful outcomes for students.