Winds Of Change Blow Into LAUSD Board Room

Dr. Rocio Rivas takes her oath of office, capping a years-long fight to represent public school parents on the Los Angeles School Board.

Looking For Light At The End Of The Tunnel

Nicolle Fefferman has taken a leave from her role as an LAUSD teacher to recover from burnout and reflects on the status of public education

Selling His Soul For $16,800

Consideration of a consulting agreement with former School Board Member David Tokofsky appeared on North Valley Military Institute's agenda.

Keep Kitty Litter Out Of Classrooms

When the GOP expressed outrage over children pooping like cats were they just trying to win votes or will they work to pass gun control?

The Charter School Industry Loses Control Of School Board

Despite spending millions on LAUSD elections, supporters of charter schools no longer have the votes to prevent oversight of these schools.

Things I Wish I Knew Before My First IEP Meeting

Advocating for your child with Special Education needs can be intimidating. Knowing how the system works will make you better prepared.

A School District Ignores The Experience Of Parents

Parents of children benefiting from separate Special Education environments continue to fight as the LAUSD eliminates programs like AUT-Core

The Charter School Real Estate Scam

Publicly funded private schools can rake in millions from state facility grants and then keep any profits from the sale if the school closes

Manipulating The Electorate In LAUSD School Board Races

Supporters of the charter school industry spent millions spreading a lie now disproven by the leaked audio in the LA City Council scandal.

Ye's Donda Academy Closes For The Year Amid Backlash

Ye seemingly shut his Simi Valley private school Thursday as the rapper and fashion mogul faces backlash for his antisemitic comments.

Grab Your Helmet, BikeFest Is Sunday

California State University, Northridge will host a day of biking and walking activities Sunday, complete with good eats and music.

Parent Group Decries Lack Of Communication

With the LAUSD failing to keep its stakeholders informed about the details of the computer hack, a crisis of confidence steadily develops.

Contract With Florida Department Of Education Opposed

A unanimous vote by neighborhood council urges city to investigate if deal signed by LAUSD violates the civil rights of Los Angeles students

Did COVID Teach Us Anything About School Attendance?

Instead of learning from the COVID-19 pandemic, schools are returning to attendance policies that encourage children to come to school sick.

The LAUSD Superintendent Grabs More Power

The bureaucracy that was unable to stop a cyber attack against the school district can now hand out no-bid contracts to fix the problem.

Eroding Trust

Why is the LAUSD’s Division of SpEd saying that “placement continues to be an IEP decision” while choices like Aut Core are eliminated?

Inside Donda Academy, Ye's New Private School In Los Angeles

Ye opened a private religious school in Simi Valley called "Donda Academy," which reportedly swears parents to confidentiality.

Who Is Jerry Brown Protecting?

The former governor who currently operates a charter school refuses to comply with regulations that give the public access to school records

Maria Brenes' Ties To Rogue LA Sheriff's Campaign

SEIU 99 paid a company controlled by Alex Villanueva’s campaign manager to promote their favorite candidate in the LAUSD School Board race.

Kelly Gonez: Special Education Is A Subject Not Even Worth Mentioning

The School Board President refuses to answer questions about the LAUSD’s SpEd policies and her website does not discuss the issue.

Free Dunkin' For Northridge-Chatsworth Teachers On Thursday

The beginning of the school year just got a bit sweeter —​​ teachers can grab a free cup of Joe at Dunkin' next week.

UPDATE: Charter School Continues To Ignore The Community

The chain of Brightstar charter schools wants to build a school instead of a museum and open space that would benefit the entire community.

(No) Back To School

A look back on my family’s long history with the LAUSD makes me even more determined to fight to ensure the promise of public education.

"All Students Matter"?

The new LAUSD Superintendent pulls out all the stops in his first Opening of Schools Address. Somehow he forgot about special education.

The LAUSD Fails Vulnerable Families (Again)

The LAUSD continues to give into the vocal minority opposing COVID-19 mitigation protocols, putting families with comorbidities at risk.

Superintendent Carvalho Turns His Back On LBGTQ+ Students

The Florida transplant ignores a lesson on the LAUSD’s long history of supporting LGBTQ+ students. Will the board hold him accountable?

Back To School In Northridge-Chatsworth: 2022-23 School Calendar

Northridge and Chatsworth parents, it's time to prepare for your kids to return to school with the Los Angeles Unified School District.

This Is What The LAUSD Is Subsidizing

Under Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” law, the Miami-Dade school district has canceled textbooks that they had approved just a few months ago.

The LAUSD Superintendent Is Failing At Supporting Special Education

With about 62,500 students in the LAUSD having disabilities, Alberto M. Carvalho needs to develop a more inclusive plan to meet their needs.

Lying To The Board Of Education

NVMI’s representatives get caught in a series of lies as they try to force the LAUSD to give in to its demands under California’s PROP-39.

Amway Calling

Is Amway heiress Betsy DeVos behind phone calls supporting the failed attempt to get the L.A. Democratic Party to endorse Maria Brenes?

Exterminating Special Education

Guest columnist Vicky Maronyan writes about her battles with the LAUSD to get the programs that would help her child meet her full potential

Why Is The LAUSD Financially Supporting Bigotry?

The Los Angeles School Board voted to send $6 million to the Florida Department of Education as that state implements a “Don’t Say Gay” law.

As Enrollment Dwindles, A Charter School Seeks To Build More Space

Bright Star’s Valor Academy contributes to a charter school building boom financed by taxpayers in the midst of declining student enrollment

Why Is The LAUSD Ignoring The Needs Of Its Most Vulnerable Students?

School Board Members and the Superintendent do anything but listen as a plea is made on behalf of children with special education needs.

Is The Huizar/Garcia Dynasty Poised To End?

Dr. Rocio Rivas is headed to a runoff in LAUSD Board District 2 after earning 9,584 votes more than Monica Garcia’s hand-picked successor.

UTLA Didn't Take Their Shot

Even without the endorsement of his union, teacher Marvin Rodriguez has forced incumbent Kelly Gonez into a runoff on November 8, 2022.

Nick Melvoin and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week

Last week may have ended any dreams Nick Melvoin had for using a seat on the LAUSD School Board to jump-start a long political career.

A Tree Fell In The Woods

Ignored by the leaders of the city and the school district, a school for young adults with special education needs celebrates its graduates.

A Valedictorian Speaks Truth To Power

The LAUSD could not silence this brave student as he called out the damage caused by school board members Melvoin, Kelly Gonez, and Garcia.