Kristie Collette

third grade teacher, Newcastle Elementary School

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Two teachers — from an elementary school and a high school — explain why they’re striking in solidarity with LAUSD workers such as custodians and bus drivers.

‘We don't cross picket lines’: 2 teachers on why they joined LAUSD strike

Two teachers — from an elementary school and a high school — explain why they’re striking in solidarity with LAUSD workers such as custodians and bus drivers.

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