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LAUSD data shows art students can’t always progress
Los Angeles Unified’s feeder school system is broken when it comes to arts education, a survey of school principals reveals. KPCC

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Venice High assault arrests stun students, parents; 11th teen arrested
Officers arrested an 11th Venice High School student Monday in connection with alleged sex crimes that came to light last week. Los Angeles Times

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Trial to begin for LAUSD teacher accused of fatally stabbing wife
The trial for a Los Angeles Unified School District teacher accused of killing his wife in 2013 was scheduled to begin Tuesday. CBS Los Angeles

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Bill seeks to curb lawsuits over physical education minutes
Three of the largest districts in the state are supporting a new bill they believe will curtail litigation in the future. Ed Source

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Closing arguments begin in test cheating trial of 12 Atlanta educators
After more than five years of controversy and five months of testimony, a prosecutor used seven words on Monday to recap the accusations. New York Times

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The Waltons buy a school district and a state board of education
Who knew that being a billionaire would enable you and your family to buy an entire school district and even the state board of education? Diane Ravitch’s blog