Los Angeles Unified School District Advances $9 Billion Facility Overhaul with Measure US Bond Funds

Overview: At the recent Los Angeles Unified School Board meeting, the board delved into the extensive plans for upgrading school facilities through the $9 billion Measure US bond, alongside discussions on enhancing family engagement in education and addressing ongoing concerns about communication and community involvement. The meeting’s central topic was the comprehensive presentation on the Measure US bond, which aims to modernize school infrastructure across the district, improve green spaces, and address significant resource inequities.

Pasadena Unified School Board Faces Community Outcry Over Teacher Layoffs and School Renaming

Overview: The Pasadena Unified School Board meeting saw impassioned discussions on issues, including potential layoffs, the renaming of a school, and the district’s ongoing recovery from the Eaton fire. Community members voiced strong support for retaining valued educators, while the board unanimously approved a proposal to rename John Marshall Fundamental Secondary School to Thurgood Marshall Secondary School.

Los Angeles Unified School Board Faces Criticism Over LGBTQ Support, School Safety, and Funding Transparency

Overview: The Los Angeles Unified School Board meeting on April 8, 2025, saw significant public engagement, with students, educators, and community members voicing concerns over school safety, support for marginalized groups, and financial transparency.

Los Angeles School Board Reviews School Safety Data and Mental Health Support Needs

Overview: The Los Angeles Unified School Board meeting focused on critical themes of school safety, mental health resources, and community engagement. The meeting revealed a slight increase in fighting and threats but a decrease in incidents involving illegal substances and weapons. Additionally, attention was given to the need for increased mental health support within schools.

Los Angeles Unified School Board Addresses Climate Resilience, Air Quality, and Mental Health Initiatives.

Overview: The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board meeting focused on issues of climate resilience, air quality improvement, and mental health initiatives. Key discussions included plans for solar energy expansion, the urgency of enhancing HVAC systems for better air quality, and innovative student-led projects promoting mental well-being through gardening.