About 60,000 education workers in Los Angeles walked off the job to protest low wages, staffing shortages, and inadequate resources, demanding better support for schools and fairer employment conditions.
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Los Angeles Unified, the largest US school district, has banned phones in classrooms to reduce distractions and improve focus. The move aims to let kids be kids and enhance learning experiences, starting this fall.
The education community reacts with mixed feelings to ChatGPT’s rise. Some see it as a valuable tool for learning, while others warn of challenges in academic integrity. “This shouldn’t be a surprise,” experts say.
A deadly school shooting in Los Angeles has left students traumatised, authorities report. The incident has sparked widespread fear and grief, prompting calls for increased school safety measures.
The Los Angeles Times reports that the new U.S. history curriculum has ignited a fierce education battle in 2014, drawing intense debate among educators, parents, and policymakers over content and perspective.
Teachers in Los Angeles have launched a strike demanding better pay and improved working conditions. The walkout has caused widespread school closures, impacting thousands of students across the district. Negotiations continue.
In a shift from past views, being multilingual is now seen as an asset for U.S. students. This change benefits the nation by enhancing cultural understanding and global competitiveness, experts say.
More than 500,000 students in Los Angeles were forced out of school this week due to widespread wildfires. Closures impacted numerous districts as air quality worsened and safety concerns grew.
President Trump’s administration has launched massive layoffs at the Education Department, prompting shock waves in California’s education sector. The cuts raise concerns over funding and support for schools statewide.
A 12-year-old reportedly involved in a Los Angeles school shooting had an unregistered gun. Authorities are investigating how the minor obtained the weapon. No further details have been released.
Most Hispanic Americans believe that increased representation of Hispanics in STEM fields would encourage more young Hispanics to pursue these careers, according to a Pew Research Center survey.
The 2024 L.A. teacher strike marks a shift from last year’s protests, focusing on fair wages, smaller class sizes, and mental health support amid rising inflation and post-pandemic challenges, highlighting deepening education system frustrations.
The University of Southern California ranks prominently among America’s best colleges, according to U.S. News & World Report. Known for strong academics and research, USC continues to attract top students nationwide.
The Los Angeles Times reports on key points behind the closure of Trump’s Education Department office, highlighting budget cuts, policy shifts, and impacts on student services nationwide.
LA schools have shut down as staff, supported by teachers, commence a three-day strike. The walkout highlights ongoing disputes over pay and working conditions, disrupting classes across the district.
Once hailed as a national model, California’s public schools have faced declining test scores, funding challenges, and widening achievement gaps. The Guardian explores the factors behind the state’s education struggles and what it means for the future.
Amid the Los Angeles teachers’ strike, one middle school is adopting creative strategies to maintain learning and support students. This approach highlights community resilience during the ongoing labor dispute.
The Los Angeles school workers union announced plans for a 3-day strike, threatening to shut down the nation’s second-largest district. The action aims to address key labor disputes, impacting thousands of students and staff.
Nearly half of the U.S. Department of Education’s workforce has been fired, NBC Los Angeles reports. The mass layoffs have sparked concerns over service disruptions and policy impacts within the agency.
Federal officials attempted to enter Los Angeles schools amid immigration enforcement efforts but were denied entry by authorities. The move sparked concerns among students and families about immigration-related fears.