A winter storm brought freezing temperatures and snowfall to the East Bay.
Author Archives: Ashley McBride
Ashley McBride writes about education equity for The Oaklandside. Her work covers Oakland’s public district and charter schools. Before joining The Oaklandside in 2020, Ashley was a reporter for the San Antonio Express-News and the San Francisco Chronicle as a Hearst Journalism Fellow, and has held positions at the Poynter Institute and the Palm Beach Post. Ashley earned her master’s degree in journalism from Syracuse University.
Posted inEducation Equity
OUSD board weighs budget cuts and how to fill vacancy following Resnick resignation
While the school district isn’t in a financial crisis, reductions are necessary, officials said.
Posted inEducation Equity
A year after Oakland educators went on hunger strike, was the protest successful?
The Oaklandside spoke with Moses Omolade and Andre San-Chez a year after the two Westlake Middle School educators stopped eating to protest school closures.
Posted inEducation Equity
Nick Resnick resigns from Oakland school board
His victory in OUSD’s District 4 race had been in question ever since the county registrar announced it made an error, and that Mike Hutchinson actually received more votes.
Posted inEducation Equity
Latest OUSD audit shows progress. But steep budget challenges remain
The Oakland school board continues to face big questions about expiring COVID-relief money, teacher raises, and how it will afford to keep schools open.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland Tech students hold walkout to honor Tyre Nichols
Two high school seniors said they organized the event for students to express their anger and sadness.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland graduation rates are up. School leaders say career education is one reason why
In November, voters approved a parcel tax to continue the programs through 2037.
Posted inEducation Equity
OUSD’s abandoned Lake Merritt headquarters is getting a new life
A coalition of youth, educators, and community groups are working to transform the property, which has sat vacant for 10 years.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland’s charter schools face enrollment challenges, too
Declining enrollment at OUSD has fueled budget cuts and school closures. But district schools aren’t the only ones struggling to retain students.
Posted inEducation Equity
Keeping schools open means tough budget decisions for OUSD board
The board reversed a plan to close six schools, but keeping them open will require tens of millions of dollars, a new report says.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing
East Oakland shooting kills teen, injures 7 people
The shootout occurred around 6 p.m. Monday on MacArthur Boulevard and Seminary Avenue.
Posted inEducation Equity
How will OUSD afford to keep schools open?
Oakland’s school board voted to stop school closures. Now it must prove to the Alameda County superintendent that the district can afford it.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland school closures won’t happen, after all
Five schools that were slated for closure this year will remain open, after the newly formed OUSD board voted to change course.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland school board inauguration overshadowed by election mishap
Nick Resnick was sworn in as D4 director, as a legal decision looms. VanCedric Williams and Clifford Thompson were voted president and vice president of the board for 2023.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland school board candidates lawyer up to challenge election results
Mike Hutchinson filed a lawsuit while attorneys for Nick Resnick are seeking documents from the registrar of voters.
Posted inHow We Work
School closures, protests, and politics: 2022 was an intense year for OUSD
The Oaklandside’s education equity reporter Ashley McBride reflects on the biggest storylines of the past year and looks ahead to 2023.
Posted inHealth & Environment
Need to get rid of your Christmas tree or other large items? Here’s how
The city of Oakland will be hauling away old trees through Jan. 13.
Posted inArts & Community
Oakland teen showcases Chinatown pride on Oaklandish T-shirt
Proceeds are supporting a campaign to renovate Lincoln Square Park and Recreation Center.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland announces preschool expansion for low-income families
Libby Schaaf made the announcement in her final press conference as mayor. The 30-year initiative had been held up in the courts since 2018.
Posted inEducation Equity
Oakland education advocates are keeping Dirk Tillotson’s legacy alive
The activist, lawyer, and blogger was a respected voice for equity in Oakland schools. His tragic death during a home invasion last year is still unsolved.
