San Diego Teachers on Brink of Strike: Special Education Caseloads at Center of Dispute In a move that has sent shockwaves through the education community, over 90% of teachers in the San Diego Unified School District have voted to authorize a potential strike. But this is not just a labor dispute over pay and benefits; at its core, the issue is about the overwhelming caseloads faced by special education teachers. These educators, who play a critical role in supporting students with disabilities, are struggling to provide adequate care and attention due to an unsustainable workload. As the district and teachers' union negotiate, the fate of thousands of students hangs in the balance, with parents and educators alike calling for a solution that prioritizes the needs of San Diego's most vulnerable learners.
When more than 90% of San Diego Unified School District teachers voted to authorize a strike, it wasn’t just about pay increases or health care benefits — it was about special education caseloads that ...
