San Francisco Unified School District has not yet confirmed whether the list of schools set to close will be released in October, leaving families and staff feeling anxious and uncertain about the future.

With a delay in school closure announcements and questions about whether they’re even necessary to begin with, many look to SF Parent Coalition for guidance. But is the organization just another astroturf nonprofit funded by billionaires to ultimately undermine public schools?

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San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) botched support for its labor force over the last few years. Pink slips, budget audits, board drama, payroll problems, staff shortages and pandemic disputes are just some of the issues that have negatively impacted district employees. However, with new leadership and a new school year underway, this is a pivotal opportunity to improve the culture and climate in the district.