School Closures

A few days after that: Ann O'Leary, California Gov. Gavin Newsom's then-chief of staff, told him that Newsom had decided “based on my TV...

Sierra Madre Mayor Kristine Lowe said that closing schools does not constitute transformation. Drawing on her experience as an educator, Lowe said...

Sierra Madre Mayor Kristine Lowe said during public comment that closing schools would not solve the district's fiscal crisis. Also see: Pasadena...

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan and State Sen. Dave Cortese also urged the district to reconsider. But supporters assert the consolidations offer...