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Why UPCC Tabbed McVarish, Burke

After careful consideration, United Parents of Culver City has voted to endorse Anne Burke and Scott McVarish in the Nov. 3 School Board election. While...

Citywide Fiber Internet Upgrade Excellent Idea for Culver City Schools

In a recent LA Weekly story, billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong urged city officials to install fiber optic upgrades in five of the city’s business districts. “He feels this is key,” a spokesman for Mr. Soon-Shiong said. “He’s talked to various city officials and told them how important he thinks it is, not only to his business, but to attracting additional businesses to Culver City.” We agree. We will take it a step further:

UPCC Takes a Bow for Helping School Parents Who Drive

Dear Friends ... For years, street sweeping regulations around school sites throughout the School District have made it difficult for parents to drop off their children, speak with school staff at a convenient time, and volunteer at the beginning of the school day. United Parents of Culver City is pleased to report that, just in time for the start of the school year, the city has ...

The Parents Place: Children Need More Time for Lunch

We have heard from many parents who feel that their children don't have enough time to eat lunch at school, and that it impacts their health and performance. The California Legislature is considering a bill (AB2449) to address the issue. It would require that school districts allow every student at least 20 minutes to eat after they have been served. For those concerned about the fiscal impact of this legislation, AB2449 includes provisions requiring the state to ...

Parents Place: Beyond the Bond

On June 3, Culver City voters passed Measure CC by 76 percent. This landslide was the second highest level of approval among the 40 school bonds on California ballots on election day. Our community now has a large pool of resources available to improve our schools. Culver City made the right choice. United Parents of Culver City believes that ...

A Terrifically Elevating Evening for Backers of Measure CC

Last night the Culver Crest Neighborhood Assn. hosted an excellent discussion on Measure CC, the bond to repair and upgrade Culver City schools. The presenters were Supt. Dave LaRose, Asst. Supt. Mike Reynolds and School Board member Sue Robins. Once again, they made a great case as to why we should vote ...

UPCC Touts Bond Issue Video Urging a Yes on Measure CC

United Parents of Culver City has an informational video on the school bond, “I’m Voting for Measure CC,” a great way to learn the basics about Measure CC...The Measure CC campaign committee’s video on its website is www.CulverCityKids.org. The volunteer-produced public service announcement entitled “I’m Voting for Measure CC” offers an effective and engaging overview of the school bond on Culver City’s June 3 ballot. United Parents of Culver City applauds the committee and encourages all Culver City voters to view the video online.

Welcome to The Parents' Place

Hi moms, dads, sisters, brothers, and everyone else who cares about a kid. Welcome to The Parents’ Place. UPCC is starting a newsletter that will go out every few weeks. The Parents’ Place is written by the members of United Parents of Culver City, the all-volunteer parent group dedicated to making Culver City schools the best they can be.

A Sweeping Triumph for UPCC – We Did It

The United Parents of Culver City, the parent-run organization dedicated to advocating for the interests of Culver City students, is proud to report that “Parents’ Choice” candidates Kathy Paspalis, Sue Robins and Dr. Steve Levin each won a seat last night on the School Board. They will be sworn in at the Dec. 10 meeting.

UPCC Picks Paspalis, Robins and Levin to Endorse in Board Race

The United Parents of Culver City, the parent-run organization dedicated to advocating for the interests of Culver City students, proudly endorses Kathy Paspalis, Sue Robins and Steve Levin for School Board.