In California, the Oakland school board overnight voted to close two schools this year and five more in 2023. The board’s decision came just before 1:00 in the morning Wednesday after about eight hours of emotional public comment and debate from board members. The board’s plans drew widespread condemnation from students, teachers and parents, who held several actions leading up to Tuesday’s vote to pressure the board to keep the schools open. Community advocates say the move would disproportionately affect Black and Latinx students in low-income areas of Oakland. A group of teachers went on hunger strike over a week ago in protest. Click here to see our interview with one of those hunger strikers.
Oakland School Board Votes to Close at Least 7 Schools Despite Community Outcry
HeadlineFeb 09, 2022