Howard Blume

education reporter for the Los Angeles Times

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Education reporter for the Los Angeles Times

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SEIU Local 99 — the union representing LAUSD staff like bus drivers, janitors, cafeteria workers, and teacher aides — could be on the verge of a three-day strike.

LAUSD bus drivers, custodians want 30% raise. What happens if they strike?

SEIU Local 99 — the union representing LAUSD staff like bus drivers, janitors, cafeteria workers, and teacher aides — could be on the verge of a three-day strike.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The new LAUSD term begins on August 15 — with eased COVID rules. Wearing masks is now optional, and weekly universal testing will no longer happen.

LAUSD enters year 3 of COVID. Masks are optional, mental health struggles remain

The new LAUSD term begins on August 15 — with eased COVID rules. Wearing masks is now optional, and weekly universal testing will no longer happen.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

LAUSD is facing teacher shortages, dropped enrollment, learning loss, and questions over policing.

Campus police, charter schools, budgets: Where LAUSD board candidates stand

LAUSD is facing teacher shortages, dropped enrollment, learning loss, and questions over policing.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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