Los Angeles Teachers And Staff Threaten Massive Strike Over Pay And Conditions

Los Angeles Unified School District is on the brink of a massive strike involving about 70,000 employees across three unions.

“LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A Los Angeles Unified School District strike could be just days away, not just by teachers but principals, administrators and district employees as well”

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The strike would shutter schools for more than half a million students, many from poor, immigrant families.

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Teachers are seeking an average 17 percent raise over two years, while the district has countered at 8 percent.

SEIU Local 99 has been working under an expired contract since June 2024 and is seeking stable work schedules.

The AALA has never before joined a strike but is now pushing for a 7 percent raise this year.

The district faces a projected $191 million deficit but holds $5 billion in reserves.

UTLA has a large group negotiating model involving about 150 participants.

The district's latest proposal includes a one-time 3 percent bonus and staggered permanent hikes.

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The union wants to push the starting salary from $68,695 to $77,670, a 13 percent jump.

Local 99's offer is 13 percent over three years, but the union says it's not enough.

AALA is seeking a 7 percent raise for the current year and 6 percent for next year.

The district offers 4 percent and 4 percent.

The strike would cause widespread disruption beyond classroom instruction.

“LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Unified School District officials and union leaders are heading into high-stakes mediation Thursday in a final attempt to prevent a massive labor strike”

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LAUSD has announced emergency food distribution and child-care services.

The strike would mark the third at LAUSD in seven years.

About 86 percent of students were socioeconomically disadvantaged in 2025.

Parent groups have pledged to stand shoulder to shoulder with teachers.

The superintendent remains on paid leave following an FBI search.

The district was already reeling after Superintendent Carvalho was placed on paid leave following an FBI search.

The district points to a projected $191 million deficit while the unions point to $5 billion in reserves.

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The LAUSD Board of Education has special meetings scheduled.

Union leaders believe the elected school board has more influence with Carvalho out of the picture.

The strike deadline is just five days away.

LAUSD stands to lose millions every day a strike drags on.