Parents in Oakland are bracing for a possible second week of teachers striking. The Oakland Education Association says it hopes the district will come to the table to negotiate before Monday.
Douglas also said he hopes OUSD will come back to the table and work out better details before Monday.
“We are keeping them home in support of teachers and OEA members. Again, we are not crossing picket lines with our kiddos,” said Tahnee Camacho, an OUSD parent.
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