SFUSD Has Teachers In Nearly Every Classroom. There’s An Extra Benefit TooAfter years of staff shortages, the milestone unlocks more money during a budget crisis. It’s good news, but there are big caveats. Sep 29 25September 29, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
‘Charter or Not’: SFUSD Has Raised Parents’ Mandarin Hopes. Now It Must Meet ThemThe school district is urging a ‘no’ vote next week on a language-immersion charter. Officials say an alternative is coming but have revealed few details. Aug 22 25August 22, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
How SFUSD’s Teaching Overhaul Aims to Revive Student Math ScoresAmid post-COVID woes, elementary and middle schools will get new tools, programs, and ideas — plus more algebra for 8th graders. Aug 08 25August 08, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
What the Sudden Trump Reversal on Education Cuts Means for SFUSDSF public schools can keep $7 million for now. Special education wasn't threatened this time, but the teardown of the U.S. Department of Education continues. Jul 31 25July 31, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
The little-known history of Japanese American incarceration where a Bay Area mall now standsLiving in a horse stall reeking of manure is a lasting, common memory for people who were incarcerated in the Tanforan Assembly Center. Jul 09 25July 09, 2025Article at sfgate.com
'Vital' space for Iranian Americans closes its doors during uncertain timesThe Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies at SFSU was described as a niche, inclusive institution like no other. Jun 28 25June 28, 2025Article at sfgate.com
Immigration authorities revoke visas, detain Palestinian visitors at SFOThe two men were visiting on an interfaith humanitarian trip sponsored by a local synagogue and now face deportation. Jun 12 25June 12, 2025Article at sfgate.com
Former Caltrain employees who built secret apartments get jail timeIt's unclear what will happen to the converted residences inside the historic buildings. Jun 11 25June 11, 2025Article at sfgate.com
A Bay Area journalist was slain for his work in 2007. His killer was just released.Chauncey Bailey was targeted for investigating a bakery later found to be a front for a polygamist cult rife with allegations of abuse. Jun 10 25June 10, 2025Article at sfgate.com
San Francisco police arrest more anti-ICE protesters than Los AngelesHundreds gathered in downtown San Francisco as the National Guard was deployed to Los Angeles. Jun 09 25June 09, 2025Article at sfgate.com
'Miraculous': Missing Sierra camper found alive in cabin after 3 weeksTiffany Slaton, who was found the day before her 28th birthday, was last seen on April 24 with her electric bike and red trailer. May 15 25May 15, 2025Article at sfgate.com
SFUSD’s New Boss Got a 6-Month ‘Honeymoon.’ Now Deep Budget Cuts Are ComingSuperintendent Maria Su has avoided teacher layoffs, slashed central office staff, and promised to ‘make magic happen.’ The real test starts this fall. May 12 25May 12, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
Free CCSF Tuition Was Meant to Last 10 Years. It Might Need a New DealLast year, London Breed withheld half of City Hall's subsidy. Will Daniel Lurie restore full funding? The school’s backers say its survival is at stake. Apr 17 25April 17, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
SFUSD’s Replacement For Its Stressful School Lottery Is Delayed AgainPublic school officials say they have too much on their plate. Fixing the budget and payroll system are their top priorities. Apr 07 25April 07, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
SFUSD Budget Pain Prompts Talk of PTAs Sharing Funds Across Schools, Like PortlandSome SF public schools raise hundreds of thousands of dollars, some barely any. How far would parents go to pool their resources? Mar 25 25March 25, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
With SFUSD Budget Cuts Ahead, Schools Must Combine Two Grades Into One Class‘It’s the reality of our financial situation.’ Combo classes can work if done right, but an austerity plan makes teachers and parents skeptical. Mar 13 25March 13, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
This Favorite SF Arts and Crafts Warehouse, a ‘Candy Store for Teachers,’ Is Losing Its Sweet LeaseRuth Asawa cofounded SCRAP 50 years ago. Now its landlord SFUSD is cooking up $200 million plans for the site, thanks to last year's big bond. Mar 04 25March 04, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
Millions of Extra Dollars for SFUSD Are Frozen, Even as Budget Cuts Loom The state’s fiscal grip on SF public schools stalls hiring, but the district won’t cop to it. ‘Where’s the communication?’ Feb 19 25February 19, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
SFUSD’s $30M Special Education Error Adds More Stress for Families, TeachersOfficials replaced the missing funds, but the gaffe stymied hiring for positions that were already hard to fill. And the dollars still don’t add up. Jan 21 25January 21, 2025Article at thefrisc.com
The Great Highway Closure Will Test SF’s West Side Traffic, Especially This Golden Gate Park RoadSFMTA promises new signals and other changes to coax drivers around the park. Will they cut through at Chain of Lakes anyway? Jan 09 25January 09, 2025Article at thefrisc.com