Distance learning kicks off and inequity persists, lots on the digital divide and what we can so, some great efforts to help the community, that you can chip in on (school communities like Emerson or more generally for folks in need, who may not get stimulus checks) some inspiring stories from schools and young people…
OUSD Leading the Way with Food Distribution
Hello Oakland Unified Community,In times of tremendous challenge, a full service community school district is a hub of opportunity for our community. Our food distribution program is an example of our district’s mission in action. These food distribution sites have quickly become critical community resources.As the Chief Systems and Services Officer, I have been honored…
Oakland Unified School District Honors 2019-20 Classified Employees of the Year
OUSD NEWSROOM PRESS RELEASE Sunday, April 19, 2020Contact: John SasakiCommunications Director [email protected] Oakland, CA — Despite the current shelter in place and the closure of all OUSD schools, the business of the District continues. One important thing that happens at this time every year is the formal recognition of outstanding work by our employees. At the first Board…
OUSD Announces Two Employees/Volunteers Have Tested Positive for COVID-19
OUSD press release Oakland, CA — Five weeks into the COVID-19 school closures, Oakland Unified School District is announcing that two employees/volunteers involved in the food distribution program and the device distribution program have tested positive for COVID-19. Fortunately, all of our distribution events have extensive health and safety protocols in place to mitigate such an…
Redefining who is a college student so everyone benefits
When Aspire Golden State Prep counselor Leonardo Ayala looks back on his own academic career, he remembers himself as an “average” student. He was a first-generation college student, and he remembers the support he received from his parents, immigrants from Mexico and El Salvador, and how much they valued education and how he benefited. Now,…