Identify Addressing Priority and Education Needs
Parents for Public Schools of San Francisco leaders have taken a notable position on the Regional Advisory Committee for the West (covering California, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada) to the US Department of Education. This committee plays a crucial role in gathering insights about the needs for technical assistance activities and determining the most effective ways to address these requirements. You can access the comprehensive report here to gain deeper insight into their contributions and findings.
Concerned about San Francisco’s Charter Reform’s impact on SF students?
PPS shares a gap analysis by our President, Dr. Vanessa Marrero that reviews policy, fiscal, legal, and political gaps.
Opinion Editorial
Community advocates invested time and energy to secure voter‑approved funding for enrichment programs across SFUSD. Dr. Vanessa Marrero argues that honoring that advocacy requires fiscal stability before Charter changes: certified five‑year financial plans, independent review, reserve requirements, and phased, measurable compensation reforms. Thoughtful reform must protect voters’ intent and ensure lasting stability.
We understand SFUSD faces fiscal challenges, but budget shortfalls cannot come at the expense of teachers’ ability to teach or students’ access to quality education. The district and city must be transparent, protect instructional positions and student services, and use reserves only for true emergencies—not to justify permanent program cuts. READ our full statement.
Read MoreWe, the Parents for Public Schools of San Francisco, strongly oppose the San Francisco Unified School District’s proposal to close our neighborhood schools, as it fails to address budgetary issues and threatens our communities. With 51.3% of our district's students being Significant Economically Disadvantaged and many lacking adequate representation in decision-making processes, the plan prioritizes justifications for closures over genuine community input. We urge the Board of Education and the Board of Supervisors to listen to affected families and reject these harmful school closures to protect our essential community resources.
Read MoreAs the new school year begins, students find an unexpected twist on the first day. Despite the usual excitement of returning to the classroom, an unexpected closure has turned the day into a humorous countdown to summer vacation. With school buses standing still and a playful lightning bolt across the announcement, this year's start promises to be memorable.
In a special piece written by Noah Sloss, PPS-SF Board Secretary, he reflects on the challenges and opportunities this unique start presents for our students. Dive into the blog to discover how this unique first day sets the tone for the year ahead!
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