AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLAUSD Leadership & Budget: Los Angeles Unified’s school board named acting superintendent Andrés E. Chait permanent and approved a $20.6B 2026-27 budget, including raises for staff while covering a $2B gap with reserves. Student Safety & Accountability: A Parañaque City teacher in the Philippines was charged with acts of lasciviousness and child abuse law violations after alleged abuse of a student; the case includes psychosocial support for the victim. School Violence Focus: After a Tacloban school shooting killed three Grade 9 students, actors from “Taskforce Firewall” discussed how family guidance and careful public education could help address youth violence. Learning Gaps: A new analysis warns math and writing gaps are widening, with many disadvantaged children falling more than a year behind by Year 3. Teacher Workforce & Recognition: South Africa faces a potential teacher drain as more experienced educators explore moving to Australia, while India’s National Teachers Awards 2026 open for nominations through July 10. College Readiness Data: Texas reporting shows large shares of students not on college track in districts like Kerrville ISD, underscoring ongoing readiness challenges.
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