East Bay

January 13, 2019

Oakland Unified looks to higher teacher pay to improve student learning as teachers threaten to strike

Teachers' union has threatened to strike after rejecting the district's offer of a 5 percent salary increase. Both sides must first participate in a fact-finding with a three-member independent panel.

Theresa Harrington

December 4, 2018

Latinas for the first time make up majority of Bay Area school board

The West Contra Costa Unified School Board for the first time in its history has a Latina majority who will now join in the tough task of making $12 million in budget cuts to help pay for salary increases for teachers and other employees in a region with soaring housing costs.

Theresa Harrington

November 18, 2018

As new school board members go, Oakland Unified's Gary Yee brings unusual depth of experience

Gary Yee, a former interim superintendent, principal, teacher and board member, was coaxed out of retirement to run for the board. He says he wants to be seen as a "village elder" on education issues.

Theresa Harrington

November 3, 2018

Charter school supporters and critics are big spenders in some Bay Area school board elections

School board races in Oakland Unified and West Contra Costa Unified attract contributions

Theresa Harrington

October 30, 2018

Oakland risks state takeover if it fails to make budget cuts, state and county officials warn

District is surveying community and board plans to hear feedback from public on proposed budget cuts at meeting next month.

Theresa Harrington

October 22, 2018

Oakland Unified proposes to cut central office jobs to help balance next year's budget

District proposes cuts of $7 million to central services and $3 million to schools, along with $6.5 million in other spending reductions or savings.

Theresa Harrington

October 18, 2018

Four communities in California turn to voters to help fund children's programs

Oakland, Richmond, Capitola and San Joaquin County all have measures on the November ballot to fund early childhood education.

Zaidee Stavely

October 16, 2018

Bay Area district faces challenges in attempt to shut down a charter school

District leaders hope state committee reviewing charter school laws will look at grounds for revoking charters and financial impact on districts.

Theresa Harrington

September 18, 2018

California governor signs bill that could yield millions for Oakland and Inglewood schools

Two districts facing budget deficits get state budget lifeline, but only if they make changes.

Theresa Harrington

September 12, 2018

Teachers getting help to buy homes in California's hot housing market

California housing programs help teachers and other school staffers who meet income limits to purchase homes. Assistance includes down payment and closing costs.