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California Teachers Vote to Strike Over Pay and Conditions

2/3/2026

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California faces potential teacher strikes in major districts, including San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles, over working conditions, pay, and staffing for special education.
In San Francisco, 97.6% of teachers voted to strike.
San Diego teachers plan their first strike in 30 years on February 26.
90% of San Diego Education Association members voted to strike.
Schools will close during the strike.

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Story summary

California faces potential teacher strikes in major districts, including San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles, over working conditions, pay, and staffing for special education.
In San Francisco, 97.6% of teachers voted to strike.
San Diego teachers plan their first strike in 30 years on February 26.
90% of San Diego Education Association members voted to strike.
Schools will close during the strike.