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District Superintendent Austin Beutner addresses summer school and online learning

District Superintendent Austin Beutner revealed details about new classes for summer school students and other updates.

By Mhar Tenorio, Online Editor-in-Chief • Published May 11, 2020

District Superintendent Austin Beutner revealed details about new classes for summer school students and other updates.

LAUSD to start the new school year mid-August but whether campuses will reopen remains uncertain, Beutner says

Superintendent Austin Beutner said Monday in a live address that the 2020-2021 school year will start Aug. 18, but has made no decision whether students will return to classrooms at that time.

By Ani Tutunjyan, Executive Editor & Print Editor-in-Chief • Published May 4, 2020

Superintendent Austin Beutner said Monday in a live address that the 2020-2021 school year will start Aug. 18, but has made no decision whether students will return to classrooms at that time.

Coronavirus threat closes all LAUSD campuses beginning March 16

By Andre Rodas, Print Editor-in-Chief • Published March 13, 2020

All LAUSD schools will close beginning Monday March 16 due to coronavirus, announced Superintendent Austin Beutner.

Winter Dance Showcase: The Giver

By Plapol Rattapitak, Photographer • Published December 14, 2019

The annual Winter Dance Showcase was held from Dec. 12-14 featuring performances from the Dance Department.

LAUSD’s fight against Juul

LAUSD has filed a class-action lawsuit against e-cigarette industry leader Juul, saying students’ health is at risk.

By Ani Tutunjyan, Executive Editor & Print Editor-in-Chief • Published December 4, 2019

LAUSD has filed a class-action lawsuit against e-cigarette industry leader Juul, saying students’ health is at risk.

UTLA protests against LAUSD’s decisions during the Saddleridge Brush Fire

The Saddleridge Brush Fire led to poor air quality and unpleasant smells throughout areas of the Valley. LAUSD, however, chose to continue instruction.

By Mhar Tenorio and Ani Tutunjyan • Published October 15, 2019

LAUSD's decision to open all schools on Monday, Oct. 15 after the Saddleridge Brush Fire has been met with opposition from United Teachers Los Angeles.

UTLA-LAUSD Agreement: What Do Our Teachers Think?

Did UTLA make the right call?

By Lucas Shim • Published March 9, 2019

The teachers of Van Nuys share their own opinions about the UTLA strike and agreement.

Former LAUSD Superintendent Dr. Michelle King Dies at 57

By Mhar Tenorio, Online Editor-in-Chief • Published February 4, 2019

Dr. Michelle King, the first African American woman to be an LAUSD superintendent, died on Saturday after year-long fight with cancer.

Fool Me Once, Fool Me Twice

Trump and the government shutdown and Beutner with the UTLA strike, what is next for America?

By Stefanie Tyo • Published January 30, 2019

Three years ago, Donald J. Trump was elected president with an electoral majority of 304 votes and a 46.1 percent of the popular vote. But what did Trump have to offer with the presidential position?

UTLA Strike Over

By Zoe Rodriguez • Published January 22, 2019

More than a week since UTLA members first left their classrooms, the district and union have finally settled.

Modernizing the Wolves’ Den

VNHS is receiving Chromebooks and Promethean Boards in 2019.

By Mhar Tenorio and Ani Tutunjyan • Published January 14, 2019

In an attempt to adapt to the growing reliance on technology in the 21st century, Van Nuys High School is receiving Chromebooks and Promethean Boards to go hand in hand with teachers’ instruction.

LAUSD to See a World Without Teachers

By Zoe Rodriguez • Published January 11, 2019

With the UTLA strike fast approaching, it is vital for students to understand what the dispute is really about and how we have arrived at this impasse.