It’s too early to tell—an independent study is underway—but city and OUSD officials are cautiously optimistic about violence prevention efforts.
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Oakland Unified’s school calendar makes childcare difficult, parents say
OUSD approved the 2024-2025 calendar less than six months before the start of the school year, adding to the stress of making summer plans for students.
Oakland Unified has a $24M deficit to overcome
Next year’s budget must also include $27M in staff raises while accounting for expiring COVID-relief and lower attendance rates.
Attorney general: Oakland school closures would have disproportionately harmed Black students
California’s Department of Justice says if OUSD proposes closures again, it must abide by laws intended to prevent low-income, disabled, and Black students from being disadvantaged.
Labor law ruling strengthens Oakland teachers union’s ability to fight school closures
A state board found OUSD must bargain with the teachers union over the impacts of school closure decisions.
Balanced budget, chronic absenteeism, and school safety are top concerns for OUSD this year
With millions in state and federal aid ending, OUSD leaders say the district needs to remain financially solvent while offering competitive raises to staff.
Bomb threats are disrupting Oakland schools, board meetings
OUSD’s board president says when the district “goes viral,” often in the news, threats pour in.
What did Oakland teachers talk about during the Palestine teach-in?
Several teachers spoke to The Oaklandside about their lessons which included a comic book, videos, and read-alouds about conflict in the Middle East.
OUSD special election: Jorge Lerma elected to District 5 on the school board
A longtime educator, Lerma will join the board at a time when district officials are faced with balancing the budget and stabilizing enrollment.
Jewish protesters occupy federal building in Oakland to demand ceasefire in Gaza
Hundreds demonstrated and scores were arrested in one of the largest acts of Jewish civil disobedience in Bay Area history.
Oakland Unified is considering a Gaza ceasefire resolution
Tensions are running high within OUSD. Some say taking a stand is urgent, while others worry about community members feeling alienated.
Oakland students call on school district to support peace in Palestine
Student leaders also want more education on the Israel-Hamas war and a chance to have discussions about it in class.
Controversial rule could make installing solar panels costlier
Oakland Unified is opposing a policy change before the California Public Utilities Commission, saying it could disincentivize green energy projects.
OUSD is staring down tough budget decisions
Oakland school officials must figure out how to make the district sustainable, in the face of rising costs and declining revenue.
Meet Sasha Ritzie-Hernandez, candidate for Oakland school board
The community organizer is one of two candidates in the Nov. 7 special election for the District 5 seat on the OUSD board.
Meet Jorge Lerma, candidate for Oakland school board
The former teacher and principal is one of two candidates competing in a special election to fill the vacant OUSD District 5 seat.
East Oakland charter school to receive $28M for badly needed campus upgrades
The OUSD board unanimously approved an agreement allowing Cox Academy to use the state funds. Also, a new report describes serious problems at American Indian Public Charter School.
After bomb threat and shooting, calls for more secure Oakland schools
In recent weeks, safety concerns have forced OUSD schools to cancel instruction. Community members are pushing district officials to take action.
East Oakland school demands OUSD take steps to release state money for campus fixes
Teachers and students at Cox Academy, a public charter, have dealt with leaky classrooms, an aging play-structure, and flooded basement.
How can Oakland Unified be more efficient? Report lays out plan, including school closures
A majority of the school board is opposed to closures, but an agency recommended them to help the district improve services.