San Francisco schools shut as teachers strike over salaries, special needs support

Thousands of San Francisco public school teachers began a strike Monday, the first in nearly 50 years, over salaries, healthcare, and special needs support. Months of stalled negotiations led to the closure of all 120 district schools. Union leaders cite rising costs and low pay forcing educators out, while the district cites a $100 million deficit and state oversight.

San Francisco schools shut as teachers strike over salaries, special needs support
Thousands of San Francisco public school teachers began a strike Monday, the first in nearly 50 years, over salaries, healthcare, and special needs support. Months of stalled negotiations led to the closure of all 120 district schools. Union leaders cite rising costs and low pay forcing educators out, while the district cites a $100 million deficit and state oversight.