George Laase
No Raises for 5 Years: Is That an Option?
Rising teacher pension costs are complicating local school district salary negotiations across the state of California. This year, district contributions will start a steep...
Summer Ball is the Time for Improvement
The month of May seems a long time ago. That is when Palos Verdes High School knocked Culver City’s baseball team out of the...
School District’s Median Salary Gap Dilemma
In the accompanying spreadsheet (see here) you will find a listing of the 12 top-paying unified school districts in L.A. County along with what...
Mr. Superintendent: Are We There Yet?
Since arriving, in July 2011, Supt. David LaRose has brought with him his infectious passion for education. He also promised the Teachers Union a steady raise...
Selfride Was the Soul of the Centaurs’ Volleyball Team
With additional reporting by Joe Manzo.
Culver City High School’s female Athlete of the Year, Taylor Selfride, turned out to be one of the best...
When Does Two Mean Three, Down Mean Up?
At the last School Board meeting, members heard a report from their consultant, Charles Wren, about the latest updates on the numerous, District-wide maintenance projects...
This Is a Risky Business
I have heard our superintendent, Mr. LaRose, say many times that the health and safety of our students is the School District’s No. 1...
Volleyball Playoffs Tonight: Centaurs Will Visit Gahr of Cerritos
Culver City High School’s boys volleyball team will play Gahr High in Cerritos tonight at 7 in the second round of the CIF Division...
… And Now, a Word from Our Sponsors
I was fortunate to be able to photograph a playoff game last week between our L.A. Clippers and the San Antonio Spurs. The first...
A Small Price to Pay for Common Sense
Let’s take a look at what kind of shape our Culver City's finances are in three years after the demise of our local Redevelopment Agency, the CCRDA.
Back in March,...
