Episode 93: Another California teacher strike nears

Oakland Unified could be the second district in California this year to go through the wrenching experience of a teachers’ strike. In this week’s podcast, Louis talks with EdSource reporter Theresa Harrington about the overwhelming vote by teachers to authorize a strike — and when it could happen.

We also talk with EdSource’s Larry Gordon about the big push at the California State University to improve graduation rates and how far many campuses have to go to reach their goals.

For background:

• Oakland teachers vote overwhelmingly to authorize a strike and win city council support
• California State University graduation rates show uneven progress, some backsliding