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Attorneys for famed teacher Rafe Esquith criticize release of documents
The documents include allegations that Esquith fondled children in the 1970s before he was a teacher, as well as more recent claims of inappropriate behavior.
Los Angeles Times, by Zahira Torres

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Cortines criticizes Broad, calls on warring factions to work together 
In a conversation at The Times with columnist Steve Lopez, the LA Unified superintendent also said that he supports offering choices to parents.
Los Angeles Times, by Howard Blume

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Commentary: Esquith case still a witch hunt
None of the allegations by the district’s Student Safety Investigation Team have been corroborated by independent investigators.
Washington Post, Jay Mathews

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An epidemic of questionable arrests by school police
There is soul-searching in San Bernardino County over campus cops’ tactics and attitudes.
Center for Public Integrity, by Susan Ferriss

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Porter Ranch parents want LAUSD to relocate schools because of gas leak
More than 400 parents signed a “Protect Our Kids” petition launched Tuesday night to request the school district find a safe place to teach their children.
Los Angeles Daily News, by Dana Bartholomew

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NCLB  replacement could disrupt California’s school rating plans
Even before the bill made it to Obama’s desk, a debate about what the new bill means for California’s schools began to swirl.
Los Angeles Times, by Joy Resmovits