Mobile Device Ban and Personnel Matters Stir Discussion at Los Alamitos School Board Meeting

Overview: The Los Alamitos Unified School Board’s recent meeting was marked by discussions on new mobile device policies for students and concerns over personnel matters involving faculty member Mr. Mullen Camp.

Los Angeles Unified School Board Meeting: Calls for Action on Immigrant Student Welfare and Technology Concerns.

Overview: At a recent meeting of the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education, community members and parents voiced urgent concerns about immigrant student welfare and the district’s reliance on technology in classrooms. Public comments highlighted a need for immediate action to address child welfare crises, inequitable resource distribution, and the potential negative impacts of screen-based learning.

Chino Valley School Board to Fill Trustee Vacancy by Appointment, Avoiding Costly Election

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chino Valley Unified School Board decided to fill the vacancy in Trustee Area 4 through a provisional appointment rather than a special election. This decision, passed with a unanimous 4-0 vote, is expected to save the district approximately $495,200. With the resignation of Jonathan Monroe effective August 15, 2025, the board faced a choice between ordering a special election or appointing a new member to serve until the general election in November 2026. The decision to appoint was favored for its cost efficiency and immediacy in addressing the vacancy.

San Francisco School Board Faces Backlash Over Ethnic Studies Curriculum Amid Teacher Suspension

Overview: The recent San Francisco Unified School Board meeting was marked by discussions over the district’s ethnic studies curriculum and the suspension of a bilingual teacher following an incident with a student. The board approved the suspension of Martha Vallejo, a second-grade bilingual teacher, for allegedly engaging in an inappropriate exchange with a student. The meeting also featured debates about the implementation of an ethnic studies curriculum, with concerns raised about its impact on student course availability and transparency in its development.

Chino Valley Unified School Board Confronts Serious Allegations and Policy Challenges

Overview: The Chino Valley Unified School Board meeting tackled concerns, including serious allegations against school staff, policy challenges surrounding educational materials, and the important role of custodial staff. Key issues included alleged misconduct involving a School Resource Officer, the impact of Supreme Court rulings on parental rights in education, and ongoing discussions about racism and bigotry within district schools.