Over 80,000 educators across the State of CA, serving 1 million students in 32 school districts coming together to demand that school districts prioritize fully staffed schools, competitive wages and benefits to recruit and retain quality educators, and safe, stable schools where every child can thrive.

Yes, the school districts have $23.5 billion in revenues. California is also the 4th largest economy in the world, yet ranks 33rd in the nation for per-pupil spending. CA schools and families deserve fully staffed and resourced schools. The lack of State funding disproportionately affects our most vulnerable students, including immigrant students, unhoused students, LGBTQIA+ students, and students of color.

Our current school system in California is in crisis. All students deserve a well-rounded, joyful education in well-resourced schools. That means smaller class sizes and access to counselors, nurses, and mental health professionals for every student.

Students deserve more resources, not less. Yet, 2,000 educators were threatened with layoff notices last year. Layoffs, cuts, and school closures disproportionately harm our most vulnerable students and bring chaos to our school communities.

There are thousands of vacancies across California public schools and educators are leaving the profession in record numbers due to the lack of resources and support. Many educators are not able to own a home, raise a family, and thrive in the communities where they teach. In order to teach the next generation, we need to recruit and retain quality educators. It’s time for pay and benefits that match the essential role educators have in our society.

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1. Fully-funded, fully-staffed public education for all students, including support for neighborhood community schools.
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2. Racial justice in LAUSD that undoes historic, and current, impacts of systemic racism, supports Black student achievement, eliminates school police, and creates positive supports for students, families and educators based upon restorative practices.
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3. A democratic process and oversight for all schools that receive public funding to ensure student success, educator support, and parental/family involvement that includes each participant having a voice in the process.
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4. Uplifting high standards and expectations for students and educators, allowing them to fully participate in their educational lives.

5. Advocating for highest-need students to receive the resources and opportunities they need, which are also tailored to their community’s needs.

6. Equally excellent educational opportunities and access for students of all races, socioeconomic backgrounds, geographic areas, and special needs through innovation and collaborative learning.

Parents and community members can be instrumental in demonstrating support and power on behalf of students and their educators. There are many different ways to show up for this fight for a better future.