Catherwood LibraryILR School

In Los Angeles, the second-largest school district in America, all schools have been closed in response to the commencement of a three-day long strike by tens of thousands of school employees. These workers, who are part of the Local 99 of the Service Employees International Union, are seeking a pay increase that will help them meet the cost of living in LA. The strike is limited to three days and in response to the contract negotiation conflicts between the school district and union. In solidarity with these workers' efforts, the Los Angeles teachers' union had also called a strike to avoid crossing the picket line and show support. However, many parents in the district have expressed frustrations with having to figure out childcare coverage due to the school closures.