- CA
- Orange County
- 6/10/25
- 06/10/2025
- 261 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Los Alamitos Unified School Board meeting was dominated by passionate public comments regarding the potential dismissal of David Mullenamp, a long-standing and influential choir director at Los Alamitos High School. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to community members, former students, and parents expressing their support for Mullenamp. This topic overshadowed other discussions, including curriculum updates and budget proposals, as the board navigated the complex emotions and opinions surrounding Mullenamp’s situation.
- CA
- Alameda County
- 6/4/25
- 328 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Oakland Unified School Board, discussions were dominated by financial concerns, the allocation of educational resources, and the need for equitable treatment of marginalized student groups. Key topics included the district’s budgetary constraints, the effectiveness of funding from Measure G, and calls for greater support for both English Language Learners and African American students.
- CA
- Los Angeles County
- 6/3/25
- 06/03/2025
- 328 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Los Angeles Unified School Board meeting, the possible removal of Principal Rochelle Garmin from Broadway Elementary School emerged as a central topic, with parents advocating for her retention.
- CA
- Los Angeles County
- 5/29/25
- 05/29/2025
- 106 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Los Angeles Unified School Board meeting, the proposal to reinstate the fifth grade at 24th Street Elementary School emerged as a central concern. Parents, educators, and students voiced a strong collective appeal, emphasizing the need for educational continuity and emotional well-being. The absence of the fifth grade, they argued, creates a challenge for students, particularly those with special needs, as they transition prematurely to middle school. This issue drew discussion, highlighting the broader implications of educational policy and the need for equitable resource allocation within the district.
- CA
- Alameda County
- 5/28/25
- 226 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Oakland Unified School Board meeting focused on the legacy of Dr. Marcus Foster, the first African American superintendent of the district, alongside issues surrounding student representation and educational equity. The board unanimously adopted resolutions to honor Dr. Foster by naming the new administrative building after him, while students and community members advocated for greater inclusion in decision-making processes.
