Background
This is the full name of George McKenna.
Who is George J. McKenna III?
McKenna played a key role in the development of this LAUSD initiative, aimed at improving student achievement.
What is the Linked Learning initiative?
McKenna has faced criticism for his support of this controversial LAUSD policy.
What is the "teacher jail" policy?
Prior to serving on the LAUSD school board, McKenna was the principal of this high school in South Los Angeles.
What is Washington Preparatory High School?
In what year did McKenna receive the "Champion of Choice" award from the California Charter Schools Association?
What is 2015?
McKenna has expressed concern about the high number of these in LAUSD schools.
What is police presence?
In what year was McKenna elected to the LAUSD school board?
What is 2014?
McKenna was instrumental in the creation of this program, aimed at reducing suspensions and expulsions in LAUSD schools.
What is the School Climate Bill of Rights?
This is a major challenge facing McKenna and the LAUSD school board in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
What is the digital divide?
In what district does McKenna represent on the LAUSD school board?
What is LAUSD Board District 1?
In what year did McKenna lead the effort to establish the "My Future, My Decision" program in LAUSD middle schools?
What is 2015?
McKenna has been vocal about the need to address this issue, which he believes is a key factor in the achievement gap between students.
What is the achievement gap?
This is the primary goal of McKenna's work on the LAUSD school board.
What is to improve educational opportunities for all students?
McKenna is a strong advocate for this type of education, which emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world applications.
What is Career Technical Education (CTE)?
McKenna has been working to address this issue, which affects many students in his district, by advocating for increased funding and resources.
What is homelessness?
George McKenna has stated that this is the most important issue facing the LAUSD and the education system as a whole.
What is equity in education?