Ex-SF School Board Prez Now Says She Quit Because of Superintendent, Previously Claimed It Was for Health Reasons
Motamedi's resignation reflects ongoing turmoil in the SF school board and dissatisfaction with Superintendent Matt Wayne's leadership.
SF school board president resigns amid looming closures, citing health and personal reasons
Lainie Motamedi resigned as SFUSD Board President citing personal priorities, leading to leadership changes amid significant challenges for the district.
Day Around the Bay: SF Overdose Deaths Hit Promising New Low
Accidental drug overdose deaths in San Francisco fell to a record low in October, signaling progress in addressing the street-drug crisis.
Ex-SF School Board Prez Now Says She Quit Because of Superintendent, Previously Claimed It Was for Health Reasons
Motamedi's resignation reflects ongoing turmoil in the SF school board and dissatisfaction with Superintendent Matt Wayne's leadership.
SF school board president resigns amid looming closures, citing health and personal reasons
Lainie Motamedi resigned as SFUSD Board President citing personal priorities, leading to leadership changes amid significant challenges for the district.
Day Around the Bay: SF Overdose Deaths Hit Promising New Low
Accidental drug overdose deaths in San Francisco fell to a record low in October, signaling progress in addressing the street-drug crisis.
'The community has lost faith': St. Helens school board places Superintendent Stockwell on paid administrative leave
St. Helens school community has lost faith in district leadership, prompting the school board to place Superintendent Scot Stockwell on paid administrative leave.
Santa Clara County board appoints interim superintendent despite community outrage
An interim superintendent was appointed following a court ruling that denied former superintendent Mary Dewan's request to block the appointment.
'The community has lost faith': St. Helens school board places Superintendent Stockwell on paid administrative leave
St. Helens school community has lost faith in district leadership, prompting the school board to place Superintendent Scot Stockwell on paid administrative leave.
Santa Clara County board appoints interim superintendent despite community outrage
An interim superintendent was appointed following a court ruling that denied former superintendent Mary Dewan's request to block the appointment.
The Right Doesn't Need to Ban Books Anymore. Schools Are Doing It Themselves.
Book censorship in schools has intensified, creating a difficult environment for teachers trying to navigate literary selections.
Parent advocate Chiu seeks new role on school board
Rowena Chiu aims to improve culture, transparency, and communication in the Palo Alto school board by advocating for disenfranchised families and challenging district decisions.
Ontario school board spending over $41K on staff travel to Brazil, Italy, Germany and Dubai | CBC News
The HCDSB continues to spend on international recruitment trips despite a budget freeze, raising concerns of financial responsibility and return on investment.
Letters: Reinstate superintendent
Dr. Mary Ann Dewan's termination raises transparency concerns and highlights the need for public explanation and accountability in educational leadership decisions.
Candidate Colohan is focused on school district budget
Palo Alto school board candidate Chris Colohan emphasizes the importance of transparency and understanding in budget management for the district.
The Right Doesn't Need to Ban Books Anymore. Schools Are Doing It Themselves.
Book censorship in schools has intensified, creating a difficult environment for teachers trying to navigate literary selections.
Parent advocate Chiu seeks new role on school board
Rowena Chiu aims to improve culture, transparency, and communication in the Palo Alto school board by advocating for disenfranchised families and challenging district decisions.
Ontario school board spending over $41K on staff travel to Brazil, Italy, Germany and Dubai | CBC News
The HCDSB continues to spend on international recruitment trips despite a budget freeze, raising concerns of financial responsibility and return on investment.
Letters: Reinstate superintendent
Dr. Mary Ann Dewan's termination raises transparency concerns and highlights the need for public explanation and accountability in educational leadership decisions.
Candidate Colohan is focused on school district budget
Palo Alto school board candidate Chris Colohan emphasizes the importance of transparency and understanding in budget management for the district.
Two Alameda council, three school board seats contested Nov. 5
Alameda voters will not only decide on the next president but also elect city council and school board members amid various candidate challenges.
Spencer not reelected to Alameda council; newcomers win two open seats
Alameda elections resulted in two new city council members and three school board members, amid controversies impacting incumbent candidates.
Piedmont school tax, board, city council seats on Nov. 5 ballot
Piedmont residents will vote for City Council, school board members, and Measure P during the November 5 election.
Voters, officials frustrated with slow Alameda County ballot count
Alameda County's recent election update provided an insufficient number of ballots to clarify key races, contributing to ongoing uncertainty in the 2024 election outcomes.
Two Alameda council, three school board seats contested Nov. 5
Alameda voters will not only decide on the next president but also elect city council and school board members amid various candidate challenges.
Spencer not reelected to Alameda council; newcomers win two open seats
Alameda elections resulted in two new city council members and three school board members, amid controversies impacting incumbent candidates.
Piedmont school tax, board, city council seats on Nov. 5 ballot
Piedmont residents will vote for City Council, school board members, and Measure P during the November 5 election.
Voters, officials frustrated with slow Alameda County ballot count
Alameda County's recent election update provided an insufficient number of ballots to clarify key races, contributing to ongoing uncertainty in the 2024 election outcomes.
TDSB moves away from communicating every hate incident to parents | CBC News
The Toronto District School Board has stopped communicating every hate or racism-related incident to school communities due to concerns of causing further harm.
Two parents raised concerns about a lack of communication from an elementary school regarding hateful graffiti on site.
Parents argue that they need to be informed about incidents so they can guide their children appropriately.
School board reverses decision to boot trans boy from lead role in musical
The Sherman Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to reverse a rule preventing transgender students from playing certain roles in a school musical.
The decision was made after over 65 people spoke before the board and expressed their opposition to the rule.
The school will now perform a pared-back version of the musical intended for younger audiences.
School rejects $10K grant from LGBTQ+ org as resident calls gays "evil & wicked"
The school board in Lynchburg, Virginia rejected a $10,000 grant from the It Gets Better Foundation.
One resident objected to the grant, calling it a way to promote a "wicked lifestyle" to children.
TDSB moves away from communicating every hate incident to parents | CBC News
The Toronto District School Board has stopped communicating every hate or racism-related incident to school communities due to concerns of causing further harm.
Two parents raised concerns about a lack of communication from an elementary school regarding hateful graffiti on site.
Parents argue that they need to be informed about incidents so they can guide their children appropriately.
School board reverses decision to boot trans boy from lead role in musical
The Sherman Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to reverse a rule preventing transgender students from playing certain roles in a school musical.
The decision was made after over 65 people spoke before the board and expressed their opposition to the rule.
The school will now perform a pared-back version of the musical intended for younger audiences.
School rejects $10K grant from LGBTQ+ org as resident calls gays "evil & wicked"
The school board in Lynchburg, Virginia rejected a $10,000 grant from the It Gets Better Foundation.
One resident objected to the grant, calling it a way to promote a "wicked lifestyle" to children.
Toronto school board moves away from communicating every hate incident to parents
Canada's largest school board has stopped communicating every hate- or racism-related incident to school communities.
Letters about these incidents were found to potentially cause further harm.
The board has shifted its focus to prevention and education.
Virginia School Board Rejects $10k It Gets Better Grant Supporting LGBTQ+ Students
A school board in Virginia has rejected a grant for LGBTQ+ students
Conservative officials are working to restrict LGBTQ+ topics and support in schools
Pa. school board member resigns after calling Israeli army 'terrorist organization': 'Words do matter'
A Pennsylvania school board member resigned after calling Israel's army a 'terrorist organization' on social media.
She will retain her job as an assistant superintendent in the Philadelphia school system.
Moms for Liberty-Supporting Superintendent Quits and Gets $700K Severance
Central Bucks School District in Pennsylvania approved a six-figure severance package for outgoing superintendent Abram Lucabaugh, sparking community backlash.
The decision comes after a political shift in the district and the recent takeover of the school board by the Democratic Party.
Conservative Temecula school board president losing recall vote, preliminary results show
Temecula Valley school board President Joseph Komrosky, a religious conservative facing recall amid contentious tenure marked by culture wars and state intervention.
Recall Elections Test Strength Of Conservative School Board Movement | KQED
Fights over control of local school boards involve recall elections across California.