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San Francisco teachers begin first strike in nearly 50 years

February 9, 2026

Thousands of public schoolteachers in San Francisco initiated their first strike in nearly 50 years on Monday, following unsuccessful negotiations with the school district over wages, health benefits, and resources for special needs students. The strike has led to the closure of all 120 schools in the district, affecting around 50,000 students.

San Francisco teachers begin first strike in nearly 50 years

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First public schoolteachers strike in San Francisco in nearly 50 years.
About 6,000 teachers walked out due to unmet demands for wages and benefits.
All 120 schools in the San Francisco Unified School District are closed.
The district will provide independent study options for some students.
Teachers are addressing an affordability crisis impacting their livelihoods.

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San Francisco teachers begin first strike in nearly 50 years

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