Student and teacher activists accused the district of ‘suppressing’ discussions about the Israel-Palestine conflict after a weekend event was canceled.
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Palestine teach-in prompts civil rights probe of Oakland schools
Oakland Unified is one of dozens of school districts and colleges where complaints of ethnic discrimination have led to investigations by federal authorities.
Oakland cafe confrontation over anti-Zionist graffiti leads to staff firings, boycott call
A tense customer-employee argument at Farley’s East is the latest case of political tensions erupting in an Oakland coffee shop.
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.
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.
Protesters at Port of Oakland call for Gaza ceasefire
Activists said a ship docked in Oakland will carry military supplies headed for Israel.
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.