Posts Tagged ‘OUSD budget’
School budget woes strain the bonds between Oakland foster youth and their case managers
There are just under 400 foster youth attending Oakland schools, and for many, one person at their school is dedicated to them: their case manager. This counselor provides support and offers one-on-one guidance—academically and for other issues that may arise outside of school. The Oakland Unified School District has four case managers for foster youth,…
Read MoreOakland Unified School District plans to eliminate 100 classified workers’ positions
Melvin Phillips has worked in Oakland schools for the last 27 years. He is currently the lead school security officer at Fremont High School and he is one of hundreds of classified employees in the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD). Classified workers include instructional specialists like classroom support staff and tutors, administrative workers, custodians, security…
Read MoreClarissa Doutherd and Gary Yee face off for open school board seat in District 4
In the race for an open school board seat in District 4, newcomer Clarissa Doutherd and Oakland education veteran Gary Yee face off.
Read MoreFollowing budget cuts, Oakland schools close year with surprising budget surplus
At an Oakland Unified School Board meeting on Wednesday, it was revealed that the district ended the 2017-18 school year ended with a $29 million surplus, instead of the estimated $1.4 million deficit.
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