Frequently Asked Questions By Families
Regarding a Potential Teacher Strike
1) Q. Will schools be closed in the event of a strike?
No. LLCSD will do everything in its power to keep schools open, safe, and full of learning in the event of a strike. All schools will operate on a minimum day schedule with a 1:30 PM dismissal at all sites.
2) Q. If a teacher strike occurs, can I still drop off my child at extended care before and after regular school hours?
Yes. Extended day childcare and after school programs will continue to operate from 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. in the morning and from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with adjusted staffing to ensure student safety.
3) Q. What should we expect on the first day?
The first day may feel different as schools adjust to a temporary routine. However:
- Students will be supervised at all times
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided
- Staff will be present to support students
- There may be a visible presence of teachers on strike near school sites
4) Q. Where do students go when they arrive?
Each school will provide site-specific directions once students arrive on campus.
5) Q. When is a strike likely to occur?
It is unknown at this time. LLCSD is aware that LLEA had a strike authorization vote on or about March 4th, 2026. If LLEA decides to strike, they are required to give reasonable notice to the District as to the date of their strike. Employees, parents, and the community will then be notified.
6) Q. Will I be notified if there is a strike?
Yes. There will be information provided both from the District and from your child’s school site about any timelines that we receive about a strike and what to expect if there is a strike.
7) Q. How long can a strike last?
It is difficult to say. LLCSD has never had a strike. Recent school district strikes lasted one week and another lasted twelve days.
8) Q. How will schools stay safe in the event of a strike?
LLCSD will provide additional supervision and security to each campus in the event of a strike. Students will also be supervised by qualified, background-checked, fingerprinted, permitted substitute teachers.
9) Q. What is the vetting process for substitute teachers? What about volunteers?
All people who have contact with LLCSD students, including substitutes and volunteers, have to be background-checked and fingerprinted. In the State of California, substitute teachers are required to get a permit from the local County Office of Education proving that they have a bachelor's degree or that they are an enrolled college student who is on their way to earning their bachelor's degree.
10) Q. Will there still be busses to take my student to school and home?
Yes, Transportation services, including those connected to IEPs, will continue during the strike. Adjustments may be made to align with the modified school day schedule.
11) Q. If a strike occurs, will camps, sports, field trips, or community events be cancelled?
Yes. In the event of a strike, to ensure safety and security, all events in or on LLCSD property, outside of regularly scheduled school hours and after school programs, will be cancelled. The District hopes to reschedule these events once the strike is over and the District can make sure that everyone remains safe on District campuses.
12) Q. Will IEPs have to be rescheduled in the event of a strike?
Yes. Any scheduled IEPs during days of a strike will need to be rescheduled, as the student’s teacher will likely not be present.
13) Q. Will my student still receive breakfast and lunch from school if there is a strike?
Yes, meals will still be provided to students in the event of a strike. Please note that there will be no “grab-n-go” service as there was during COVID.
14) Q. What happens if there are not enough substitute teachers?
The District has substitute teachers ready to be deployed in the event of a strike. However, if that is still not enough, District staff will serve as substitutes in classrooms to ensure that all students stay supervised and safe.
15) Q. Am I okay to send my students to school in the event of a strike?
YES! LLCSD is prepared for schools to stay open, for students to stay learning, and for everyone to stay safe. We look forward to seeing your students on campus!
16) Q. There is a rumor that students will not receive official credits if teachers strike. Is this true?
No. Students who attend school during a strike will receive both academic and attendance credit. All students will receive semester credit and grades.
17) Q. If a student stays home because of the strike, will his/her/their absence be excused?
No. While parents may decide to keep their students home during a teacher strike, it is not considered an excused absence. Per Administrative Regulation (AR) 5113, students are excused from school for personal illness, medical/dental appointments, and funeral services for an immediate family member.
18) Q. Is Independent Study an option during the strike?
Yes, short-term independent study will be available during the strike. A survey regarding parent interest will be emailed to all parents.
19) Q. What are the plans for student learning during a strike?
Schools will provide supervised classrooms and structured activities focused on reviewing and reinforcing essential skills and engaging activities. While new content will not be introduced, administrators and qualified substitute teachers will staff classrooms and follow prepared plans to support students and maintain continuity.
20) Q. How can the LLCSD afford to pay substitutes $500 a day during a strike?
A teacher’s average salary per day is near $500. On days that teachers strike, they are not paid and cannot take paid leave. Contributions to their STRS retirement are reduced for each day they strike. This offsets LLCSD’s special rate of pay for substitutes in the event of a strike.
21) Q. If a teacher chooses to strike, are they paid by LLCSD?
No. If an individual chooses to strike, they will not be paid by LLCSD for any day(s) they strike. A strike is a work stoppage and strikers are not paid. Retirement contributions to STRS are reduced for each day a teacher strikes.
22) Q. If a member of LLEA does not strike, what happens to them?
They come to work and LLCSD will continue to pay the employee his/her/their regular salary.
23) Q. How will the district communicate updates during the strike?
The district will provide frequent updates to families via email, ParentSquare, and the district website. School sites will also communicate site-specific information as needed.
24) Q. Can striking staff disrupt families arriving at school?
While there may be a visible and vocal presence near school sites, we do not anticipate any disruption to school access. Student safety and access to campus will remain a priority.
If you have additional questions, contact the LLCSD District Office at (562) 868-8241 or your school office.
LLCSD will provide updates to Frequently Asked Questions.
