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S.F. Chronicle
‘Fear and frustration stops now’: New SFUSD superintendent offers hope
In a rare display of political harmony, politicians, parents and labor leaders threw their support behind San Francisco schools’ new superintendent, ending weeks of uncertainty and turmoil.
Maria Su, who’s been a top city administrator, will take over after the resignation of the district’s previous embattled superintendent, Matt Wayne.
Su is expected to take over the job following a school board vote Tuesday…
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Our Public Schools are at Risk—Stand with Us!
Wed, Oct 16, 2024
Our community is under threat. The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is moving forward with plans to close several schools, and it’s no coincidence that many of these public schools serve Asian American and immigrant families. This isn’t just about losing school buildings—it’s about losing essential lifelines that help new immigrant families thrive and give our children the education they deserve.
We’re not standing by while our community is unfairly targeted. Many of the targeted schools, like Yick Wo and Sutro Elementary, serve high percentages of Asian students, including immigrant families who rely on bilingual programs and community support that these schools uniquely provide. Alongside the Asian Justice Movement (AJM) and other civil rights groups, we’re demanding transparency and fairness from SFUSD. The current process disproportionately affects Asian American families, and we’re fighting to make sure our voices are heard.
How you can help us protect the future of our schools:
- Sign on to support – Add your name to the growing list of those taking a stand for our community’s right to quality education.
- Attend SFUSD meetings – stand in solidarity with us as we fight for the fair treatment of all students.
- Vote on November 5– Support the candidates we’ve endorsed who are committed to protecting our schools and communities.
At the Edwin M. Lee Asian Pacific Democratic Club, we know firsthand how devastating this will be. Our board member Thomas Li attended Spring Valley Elementary, one of the schools now at risk. For Chinese immigrant families like his, these schools are more than places of learning—they are hubs of support and stability for those working to build a better future in this country.
Our schools are the foundation of our community’s future. Let’s come together to protect them. Thank you for standing with us.
In solidarity,
Selina Sun
Edwin M. Lee Asian Pacific Democratic Club
KQED News
San Francisco School Closures Will Hurt Chinese, Immigrant Communities, City Leaders Say