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Parents and students urge continuation of Simi Valley Career Institute office skills class

Simi Valley Unified Board of Education · May 9, 2026
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Two public commenters — a parent and a former student — told the board that the office skills class at Simi Valley Career Institute helped students gain job-ready skills, build confidence, and led to part-time employment for students with cognitive disabilities; they urged the district to continue offering it.

Dr. Kathy Linson and student Allison LaDeuceur told the board the office skills class at Simi Valley Career Institute provides practical workplace skills and confidence for students with cognitive disabilities and should continue.

"My name is Dr. Kathy Linson. I have a PhD in clinical psychology and a daughter with a cognitive disorder and I'm here…

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