Where you send your child to school is one of the most important decisions you can make. The “on time” application window closes on Feb. 3 for charter schools on Oakland Enrolls (that’s tomorrow!) and on Feb. 10 for OUSD schools. We want to highlight some of the schools making progress with Oakland children, and…
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The Oakland Ed Week in Review 1/21/23-1/27/23
Welcome back to the Oakland Ed Week in Review! Each Friday, we’re gathering key news articles from Oakland and around the state so you stay up-to-date with what’s going on. This was a Dirk favorite and one of the last blogs he published for Great School Voices. What did we miss? Hit us up in…
The Oakland Ed Week in Review 1/15-1/20
We’re bringing this one back! Each week, Dirk used to gather up news that matters to the people of Oakland, give his spin on a topic, and share a collection of links and analyses. Each Friday, we’ll be trying to do more of the same, sharing the key headlines from the last week both from…
OUSD Enrollment is in full Swing!
OUSD Enrollment is in full swing. Here is everything you need to know about this open period. The OUSD Enrollment period started on December 1st. Learn more at ChooseOUSD.org Enrollment FAQ’s Virtual Showcase Schedules – Elementary, Middle School, High School (Zoom links TBA)
Our Election Coverage Drops Wednesday: What One Student’s Attempt to Register to Vote Has Become…
When I arrived in the East Bay in early July from New York City to press on with our brother Dirk’s legacy, this month’s mayoral and school board elections were squarely top of mind for many who care about children and their futures. In fact, Oakland’s youth was excited, because thanks to Measure QQ –…