'There is still a way': Pushed to financial brink, OUSD board meets its new county overseersOakland school district faces a critical financial decision after a negative budget certification, necessitating immediate and strategic action for sustainability.
Last public meeting held before Oakland Unified votes on budget that could close several schoolsOakland Unified School District faces severe budget crisis, risking school closures and significant staffing cuts without changes in financial strategy.
Superintendent: Time for reimagining Oakland schools to address severe budget shortfallOakland Unified faces significant budget challenges due to declining enrollment and must rethink its operational efficiency to continue supporting students and educators.
Oakland enrolls - and graduates - older immigrant students many districts denyOakland Unified School District actively supports undocumented and older immigrant students in their education journey, providing resources and enrollment assistance.
Homework for the next Oakland school board: fixing a system in crisisThe Oakland Unified School District faces a $95 million budget shortfall due to declining enrollment and the end of federal COVID relief funds.
Probe confirms Oakland teacher displayed anti-Semitic postersThe investigation concluded that a teacher violated school policy by promoting anti-Semitic sentiment through posters, leading to their dismissal.
Oakland superintendent commits to leading district through 2027Kyla Johnson-Trammell's contract extension reinforces her leadership role in stabilizing Oakland Unified School District, potentially making her the longest-serving superintendent since 1962.
Superintendent: Time for reimagining Oakland schools to address severe budget shortfallOakland Unified faces significant budget challenges due to declining enrollment and must rethink its operational efficiency to continue supporting students and educators.
Oakland enrolls - and graduates - older immigrant students many districts denyOakland Unified School District actively supports undocumented and older immigrant students in their education journey, providing resources and enrollment assistance.
Homework for the next Oakland school board: fixing a system in crisisThe Oakland Unified School District faces a $95 million budget shortfall due to declining enrollment and the end of federal COVID relief funds.
Probe confirms Oakland teacher displayed anti-Semitic postersThe investigation concluded that a teacher violated school policy by promoting anti-Semitic sentiment through posters, leading to their dismissal.
Oakland superintendent commits to leading district through 2027Kyla Johnson-Trammell's contract extension reinforces her leadership role in stabilizing Oakland Unified School District, potentially making her the longest-serving superintendent since 1962.
Oakland Unified school board's new leadership faces a tumultuous year aheadThe Oakland Unified School District faces a challenging year with a new board leadership and a significant budget deficit.
Parents remain outraged as OUSD declines to take action on possible school closuresThe Oakland Unified School District delays school closure votes amid public outcry and a looming budget deficit.Community members express strong opposition to proposed school mergers.
With $95 million deficit looming, Oakland Unified turns to school closures - againOakland Unified faces a $95 million budget deficit, prompting potential school closures and restructuring to create a sustainable financial model.
Oakland schools won't merge, but budget crisis still loomsThe Oakland Unified School District must address its $95 million deficit, likely requiring the closure of schools to rectify budget issues.
Oakland Unified school board's new leadership faces a tumultuous year aheadThe Oakland Unified School District faces a challenging year with a new board leadership and a significant budget deficit.
Parents remain outraged as OUSD declines to take action on possible school closuresThe Oakland Unified School District delays school closure votes amid public outcry and a looming budget deficit.Community members express strong opposition to proposed school mergers.
With $95 million deficit looming, Oakland Unified turns to school closures - againOakland Unified faces a $95 million budget deficit, prompting potential school closures and restructuring to create a sustainable financial model.
Oakland schools won't merge, but budget crisis still loomsThe Oakland Unified School District must address its $95 million deficit, likely requiring the closure of schools to rectify budget issues.
Oakland school board exit interview: Jorge LermaJorge Lerma served one year on the Oakland Unified School District board to bridge crucial transitions and support diversity in education.
Election 2024: Meet the candidates running for Oakland school board District 1Both candidates emphasize the critical need for student, parent, and teacher involvement in school district decision-making processes.
What Do Progressive Parents Owe Their Public Schools?O.U.S.D. delayed notifying parents about lead contamination in schools, leading to significant community anger and issues with student safety.
Oakland Unified tests water at all schools after lead detected in drinking fountainsOakland schools are testing all drinking water for lead after high levels were found in several faucets and fountains.
Elevated lead levels detected in water fixtures at 22 Oakland schoolsHigh lead levels were found in water at multiple Oakland school campuses, impacting safety protocols.Communication regarding lead testing was insufficient and will be addressed in future reports.
What Do Progressive Parents Owe Their Public Schools?O.U.S.D. delayed notifying parents about lead contamination in schools, leading to significant community anger and issues with student safety.
Oakland Unified tests water at all schools after lead detected in drinking fountainsOakland schools are testing all drinking water for lead after high levels were found in several faucets and fountains.
Elevated lead levels detected in water fixtures at 22 Oakland schoolsHigh lead levels were found in water at multiple Oakland school campuses, impacting safety protocols.Communication regarding lead testing was insufficient and will be addressed in future reports.
Tireless Community Organizing by Black Parents Removed Cops From Oakland SchoolsCommunity-driven efforts led to the removal of police officers from Oakland Unified School District, redefining school safety.