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California State University’s Unnecessary Tuition Hikes
The nation's largest public university system, California State University (CSU), has decided to increase tuition 6% each year for the next five years.
Tough Decisions But At What Costs
Although the school year has just begun, San Francisco public schools have not been effectively meeting the needs of their students or teachers, as we can see in the numerous empty classrooms this year. Corporations need to pay their fair share, so our students do not have to pay the price for their education.
Challenges faced by SFUSD are the Consequences of Prop.13
This trend for our public schools is getting pretty obvious. All the issues SFUSD is facing, is all about funding. The solution is clear: Reform Prop. 13!
Looming School Closures in SFUSD
The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) has unveiled a startling staffing revelation for the upcoming 2023-24 school year
Affordable Housing for SF Teachers
Finally a win for our teachers! Let’s keep this energy up and build more affordable housing for everyone.
Unlocking The Doors to California’s Most Selective Colleges
Aren’t UCs supposed to support all our students? Here are the realities of acceptance rates for our POC students
How the Happiest-Place-On-Earth is Committing Wage Theft
Disneyland won't pay their workers, won't pay their taxes, and continue to raise ticket prices. What dream is Disney really trying to make come true?
Hole in One for Rich Golfers
Golf courses in California are not paying their fair share in taxes - by MILLIONS!!! Read to find out why; and to figure out how we make them pay what they owe.
Stop SFUSD School Closures
Despite having more teachers per student than many California districts, declining enrollment is forcing SFUSD to make tough decisions. We must reform Prop 13 to stop school closures!
CSU Announces Tuition Hike Plan Despite Equity Concerns
CSU system proposes annual tuition spikes as the answer to their budget crisis. However, this spike will negatively impact students and further contribute to the inaccessibility of higher education.
Supreme Court Ruling Bans Affirmative Action Nationwide
A recent Supreme Court ruling has banned the use of affirmative action for race based admissions in all Universities across the nation.
After-school Programs are Important for Kids
San Francisco is cutting funding for after-school programs which is necessary for kids to keep out of trouble.
Addressing Teacher Turnover in High-Poverty Schools: Empowering BIPOC Educators for Lasting Impact
Teacher turnover poses a significant challenge in high-poverty schools, and California is taking proactive measures to address this issue through two innovative programs. Through these programs, we can support more aspiring BIPOC teachers.
A Supreme Court Ruling Deems that Tax Law Must Be Fair
A recent Supreme Court ruling concretized the reality that tax law must be fair. Prop. 13 is clearly unfair, and violates fair housing regulations — so when are we going to call it out?
Oakland Teachers on Strike — is SF next?
Oakland teachers are not just striking for themselves — they’re striking for the benefit of their students too. SF teachers haven’t held a strike since 1979 — is the time approaching?
Why Can’t Low-Income Students Access Institutions Meant To Serve Them?
All students deserve access to quality universities, especially public ones. So how come countless low-income students across California are forced to turn down admissions offers because the cost is too high?
What Does the Blackstone Investment Mean for Students?
The UC just invested $4.5 billion in Blackstone - but where is their investment in their own students?
Youth Discrimination in LA Politics
Young people are experiencing age discrimination for participating in politics. We need to support youth power!
We Need to Support Teachers of Color
As a state, we need to use our power to fix a school system that marginalizes both teachers and students of color.
Big Oil in CA - Not Paying What They Owe
Big oil is still big in California - so why aren’t they paying adequate taxes?