Investigation into LAUSD policy regarding teachers accused of sexual misconduct by the U.S. Department of Education
Department of Education Investigates LAUSD Policies The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has initiated a formal inquiry into the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) to evaluate whether its policies regarding teacher sexual misconduct align with federal law. This investigation centers on a settlement reached in 2024 between LAUSD and the United […]
LAUSD approves new classroom rules to reduce student screen time with a unanimous vote.
Los Angeles School District Limits Student Screen Time The Los Angeles Unified School District took a significant step on Tuesday by voting to reduce screen time for its students. The resolution, which garnered unanimous support with a 6-0 vote, aims to restrict the use of laptops and tablets, urging a return to assignments that utilize […]
LAUSD implements bold steps to reduce student screen time
In a significant decision, the Los Angeles Unified School District has committed to cutting down on the screen time students have in classrooms. This shift aims to steer students away from digital devices like laptops and tablets, bringing back more traditional methods such as writing with pen and paper. The Board of Education’s unanimous vote […]
Tech CEO and former LAUSD insider involved in significant $22M kickback case as legal battle intensifies
Executive Pleads Not Guilty in LA School District Corruption Case A Texas tech executive has pleaded not guilty following allegations of stealing millions from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), a scandal described by prosecutors as among the largest in the district’s history. Gautam Sampath, 53, appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom on Friday, […]
Interim LAUSD leader receives $395K while Carvalho earns $440K during FBI investigation
LAUSD’s Interim Superintendent Salary Revealed Amid Ongoing Investigation The Los Angeles Unified School District has appointed a new acting principal, who is set to earn approximately $400,000 annually. This move comes as Superintendent Alberto Carvalho remains on leave due to an ongoing FBI investigation. Records show that Andres Chait is receiving a salary of $395,867, […]
Huge amount taxpayers will pay after LAUSD agreed to union deal
Los Angeles taxpayers are facing a significant financial burden following an agreement by LAUSD to compensate workers across three different unions, which successfully prevented a last-minute strike. The financially struggling school district announced on Tuesday that it reached a tentative deal to provide substantial raises for its employees, despite students in the district reportedly underperforming […]
GOP candidate for California schools chief criticizes LAUSD for large salary increases for teachers
Republican Education Pick Critiques LAUSD Amid Pay Hikes The newly selected Republican candidate for California’s education oversight has criticized the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) for raising teacher salaries nearly 14% while many students continue to struggle with basic reading and writing skills. Sonya Shaw, aspiring to become the state superintendent of education, emphasized […]
LAUSD gives in to unions to prevent a strike
Weekend Agreement in Los Angeles Education The recent agreement between the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and the United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA) union has at least one silver lining: kids won’t miss school, and parents can continue working. But honestly, that’s about where the positives end for me. The district, which has been […]
Teachers receive significant pay increase as LAUSD concedes to avoid strike
LAUSD Accepts Teacher Pay Increase to Avoid Strike On Sunday, the Los Angeles Unified School District responded to teachers’ demands for substantial pay raises, successfully averting a strike that was set for Tuesday. A proposed two-year deal with the teachers’ union outlines an 11.65% increase in the salary scale, bringing the starting salary for new […]
LAUSD schools could shut down due to a strike affecting 85% of district employees.
Potential School Closures in Los Angeles Due to Strike Los Angeles schools may face closures next week as around 85% of district employees intend to strike for increased wages, despite the district reportedly having $5 billion in reserves. A representative from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) mentioned that during spring break, discussions with […]