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September 26, 2022

LAUSD makes push to bring chronically absent students back to school

The push to address chronic absenteeism comes as the district hones in on its focus to close learning gaps.

September 5, 2022

We need a bigger, broader village to support our Black and Latino students

With a sustained, communitywide effort, LAUSD can make a lasting impact on the kids hit hardest by the pandemic and rising inflation.

August 30, 2022

LAUSD's hefty school board salaries spared by Senate bill

Los Angeles Unified's school board members currently earn $125,000 — more than five times the education code cap.

August 24, 2022

Los Angeles Unified carrying focus on recovery into new school year

After years of dealing with Covid precautions and testing, LAUSD concentrates on catch-up.

August 12, 2022

Los Angeles Unified to enter school year with fewer classroom vacancies, district says

The teachers union finds it 'improbable' that LAUSD was able to fill about 700 vacancies in the last week.

August 10, 2022

What’s new this school year? Changing Covid protocols, universal TK, later start times and more

California's school year will begin with fewer Covid protocols, universal transitional kindergarten, more afterschool programs and community schools, and later start times for older students.

July 26, 2022

How Superintendent Carvalho can create a strong future for all LAUSD students

The new Los Angeles Unified superintendent has an opportunity to remove entrenched barriers in the district that keep too many students from realizing their full potential.

Salma Ocelotlxochitl Perez and Avery Collins-Byrd

Los Angeles Unified

July 1, 2022

Local organizations bring STEM programs to Los Angeles Unified

A group of museums, aquariums and STEM organizations from across Los Angeles County have officially established themselves as the LA STEM Collective as they aim to provide enrichment to students.

June 23, 2022

Tutoring options in Los Angeles Unified leave families frustrated

Families object to schools offering different tutoring options for students in Los Angeles Unified.

June 22, 2022

Strategic plan aims to prepare students for life beyond Los Angeles Unified

Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's plan, which aims to create a foundation for student success, will shape district priorities for the next four years.

June 15, 2022

Los Angeles Unified's proposed budget focuses on student achievement

District officials provided a snapshot of new investments for the proposed $18.5 billion budget.

April 27, 2022

How LAUSD superintendent’s online presence fosters connections

LAUSD superintendent Alberto Carvalho has nearly 80,000 followers on Twitter, his go-to platform, where he shares plans for district success and interacts with parents and community groups.

April 22, 2022

LAUSD expects to finish reassigning staff to vacant teaching roles this week

Credentialed staff have been redeployed to schools across the district as part of Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's 100-day plan.

April 1, 2022

LAUSD ahead of California timeline on expanded TK rollout

The 2022-23 school year will be the first year of several planned expansions to TK eligibility as Los Angeles Unified strives to make it accessible for all 4-year-olds.

March 28, 2022

Memo to LAUSD’s new chief: Focus on results for students, families

Los Angeles Unified's new superintendent must work with grassroots organizations and build on the district's strengths to help stem the tide of declining enrollment and other factors that are holding LAUSD schools back.