Marlene Canter

Member, Los Angeles Unified School Board

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Member and former president of the Board for the Los Angeles Unified School District

Marlene Canter on KCRW

The LA Unified School District faces a budget shortfall of $718 million. Last night the elected board voted to send layoff notices to 5500 teachers.

Holes in the LAUSD Budget Threaten 5500 Teachers

The LA Unified School District faces a budget shortfall of $718 million. Last night the elected board voted to send layoff notices to 5500 teachers.

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The Mayor’s plan to take partial control of Los Angeles Unified School District is unconstitutional—even though it was passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor.  That’s…

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The Mayor’s plan to take partial control of Los Angeles Unified School District is unconstitutional—even though it was passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor.  That’s…

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