LA Unions Secure Major Wins, Boosting School Operations

0:00Two big unions in the Los Angeles Unified School District just locked in fresh two-year contracts after votes on Friday night. United Teachers Los Angeles, repping about 37,000 teachers and staff, approved theirs with 92% in favor. They scored a nearly 14% average raise, plus first-ever paid parental leave. That deal also adds hundreds of new counselors and psychologist spots, cap special ad ratios at 20-1 and give subs health care after. 33 work days. Meanwhile, the AALA Teamster Union for 3,000 principals and admins ratified a 12.15% wage bump with clearer, 8-hour days in flex time options. These wins mean rear relief for folks on the front lines, easing burnout and boosting support for kids. Teachers get planning time and protections against subcontracting or AI takeovers while admins avoid endless overtime grind. The district board skips sign off here, but eyes are on SEIU local 99 now.

1:01There are 30,000 bus drivers, janitors and aides kicked off ratification votes Saturday through early May, eyeing a whopping 24%. Raised in better health coverage, with most unions on board, LA schools gear up for smoother operations and happier crews heading into next year. This has been California News Today, powered by AI.