Giving teachers raises didn’t cause S.F. schools’ budget deficit. Here’s what did
Where does that leave the families of students who don’t have the resources to access private or charter institutions? We must address the root cause of education underfunding and reform Prop. 13.
Looming School Closures in SFUSD
The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) has unveiled a startling staffing revelation for the upcoming 2023-24 school year
Affordable Housing for SF Teachers
Finally a win for our teachers! Let’s keep this energy up and build more affordable housing for everyone.
Unlocking The Doors to California’s Most Selective Colleges
Aren’t UCs supposed to support all our students? Here are the realities of acceptance rates for our POC students
How the Happiest-Place-On-Earth is Committing Wage Theft
Disneyland won't pay their workers, won't pay their taxes, and continue to raise ticket prices. What dream is Disney really trying to make come true?
Hole in One for Rich Golfers
Golf courses in California are not paying their fair share in taxes - by MILLIONS!!! Read to find out why; and to figure out how we make them pay what they owe.
CSU Announces Tuition Hike Plan Despite Equity Concerns
CSU system proposes annual tuition spikes as the answer to their budget crisis. However, this spike will negatively impact students and further contribute to the inaccessibility of higher education.
Supreme Court Ruling Bans Affirmative Action Nationwide
A recent Supreme Court ruling has banned the use of affirmative action for race based admissions in all Universities across the nation.
After-school Programs are Important for Kids
San Francisco is cutting funding for after-school programs which is necessary for kids to keep safe and out of trouble.
Addressing Teacher Turnover in High-Poverty Schools: Empowering BIPOC Educators for Lasting Impact
Teacher turnover poses a significant challenge in high-poverty schools, and California is taking proactive measures to address this issue through two innovative programs. Through these programs, we can support more aspiring BIPOC teachers.
A Supreme Court Ruling Deems that Tax Law Must Be Fair
A recent Supreme Court ruling concretized the reality that tax law must be fair. Prop. 13 is clearly unfair, and violates fair housing regulations — so when are we going to call it out?
Oakland Teachers On Strike — Is SF Next?
Oakland teachers are not just striking for themselves — they’re striking for the benefit of their students too. SF teachers haven’t held a strike since 1979 — is the time approaching?
Why Can’t Low-Income Students Access Institutions Meant To Serve Them?
All students deserve access to quality universities, especially public ones. So how come countless low-income students across California are forced to turn down admissions offers because the cost is too high?
Youth Discrimination in LA Politics
Young people are experiencing age discrimination for participating in politics. We need to support youth power!
We Need to Support Teachers of Color
As a state, we need to use our power to fix a school system that marginalizes both teachers and students of color.
Opinion: Keep UC Libraries Open
As a UC Berkeley student, I am not surprised that the world’s number one public university has decided to, once again, close libraries in order to pinch pennies
Standing with the LAUSD Three Day Strike
LAUSD teachers are striking for fair pay. If we care about students, we should support the strike!
Expanding Community College Programs is Vital
Feather River Community College was approved to launch a Bachelor of Science program for their students to expand the students skills and training for wildfire training. However, one program is not enough. We must fund more community colleges for similar programs.
UC Will Cut Admissions to Pay for Strike
The UC Regents needs to turn their financial resources and attention towards graduate students, and come up with a comprehensive game plan for pay increases that does not impact enrollment.
U.S. Teachers Struggle with a Mounting Housing Crisis and Poverty Wages
The US is facing a housing crisis for teachers as they struggle to afford the cost of living in many cities across the country. Teacher unions and school districts are negotiating for better housing assistance to attract and retain them.