"California's $20 Fast Food Minimum Wage: Impact on Schools, Housing, and Menu Prices"

California's new $20-per-hour minimum wage for fast food workers has raised concerns for public schools, as they now have to compete for cafeteria workers amid a surge in demand for school meals. Some districts have already increased wages to match the new minimum, while others are limited in what they can offer. Despite the challenges, school districts can provide incentives such as health insurance, paid vacation, and predictable hours to attract and retain workers, as stability and job security in the public sector may outweigh the allure of higher wages in the fast food industry.