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The Fort Worth ISD board will vote on closing the International Newcomer Academy. This campus serves immigrant and refugee students learning English. The district is also planning significant staff reductions in emergent bilingual programs. These proposed cuts follow a recent state takeover and overhaul of the district. Families have been invited to a meeting to discuss the potential closure.

Fort Worth, Texas

https://www.keranews.org/education/2026-04-28/fort-worth-isd-school-closures-staff-lay-off

The Fort Worth ISD board will vote on closing the International Newcomer Academy. This campus serves immigrant and refugee students learning English. The district is also planning significant staff reductions in emergent bilingual programs. These proposed cuts follow a recent state takeover and overhaul of the district. Families have been invited to a meeting to discuss the potential closure.

Fort Worth, Texas

https://www.keranews.org/education/2026-04-28/fort-worth-isd-school-closures-staff-lay-off

Fresno Unified School District is implementing workforce reductions affecting over 200 employees due to declining enrollment and budget concerns. The school board approved measures to eliminate certificated positions and place classified employees on notice for layoff or displacement. A "bumping" system allows senior employees to take roles held by less senior staff, potentially preserving employment for many. District leaders state these cuts are necessary to stabilize finances and protect student services. The teachers' union has opposed the reductions, citing district reserves.

Fresno, CA

https://abc30.com/post/fusd-employees-may-have-bump-others-job-keep-own/19091174/

Fresno Unified School District has reduced its projected budget deficit significantly due to increased state funding. However, this financial relief did not prevent the district from eliminating hundreds of positions. Rising costs for special education and mental health services continue to pressure the district's finances. Despite these challenges, Fresno Unified is not currently facing state or county oversight due to its deficit. The district plans to address its remaining deficit through ongoing reductions in the coming years.

Fresno, California

https://fresnoland.org/2026/08/17/fresno-unified-shrinks-budget-gap-to-start-school-year-but-tough-decisions-remain/

Houston ISD's state-appointed board of managers has authorized a reduction in the district's workforce. This action allows administrators to eliminate or reassign hundreds of employees. The district is facing declining enrollment, which impacts state funding. This move comes as HISD continues to recruit new teachers. The board's decision has drawn criticism from elected officials and community members.

Houston, Texas

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/education/2026/04/10/548725/hisd-board-reduction-in-force-houston-teachers-hiring-event/

The El Paso Independent School District has approved a final round of layoffs as the new school year approaches. This decision comes as the district grapples with a significant budget crisis. These cuts are intended to address the financial shortfall the district is currently experiencing. The board made the difficult decision to reduce staff numbers to manage its finances. This action reflects the ongoing financial challenges facing the district.

El Paso, Texas

https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/gallery/el-paso-isd-approves-final-round-of-layoffs-ahead-of-new-school-year-amid-budget-crisis

The El Paso Independent School District board of trustees has approved the termination of 55 employee contracts for the upcoming school year. This decision is part of a larger cost-cutting plan aimed at addressing a significant budget deficit. The affected employees include teachers, instructional coaches, and social workers. District leaders stated the move is a necessary effort to align the budget with student needs. Further administrative cuts to at-will positions may also occur without board approval.

El Paso, Texas

https://elpasomatters.org/2026/06/15/el-paso-isd-layoffs-vote-reduction-in-force/

The Upper Grand District School Board is reducing its custodial and maintenance workforce by 21 positions. This reduction includes laying off 12 caretakers and not filling nine vacant roles. The board states these changes reflect necessary adjustments due to decreased enrollment. Union representatives have expressed dissatisfaction with the decision, arguing it will negatively impact school cleanliness. The board maintains its commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Guelph, Ontario

https://www.wellingtonadvertiser.com/upper-grand-district-school-board-moves-ahead-with-layoffs/

Chicago Public Schools has announced that all previously planned layoffs are rescinded due to an amended budget incorporating increased state funding. District leadership expressed confidence in meeting payroll and opening schools on schedule. This development follows the Board of Education's decision to hold state officials accountable for underfunding. A coalition of stakeholders, including the union and legislative leaders, is working to secure the necessary revenue. Further details on the implementation of the reversed layoffs are expected.

Chicago, Illinois

https://www.ctulocal1.org/posts/weekly-bulletin-layoffs-reversed-cps-joins-the-team-school-opens-on-time/

New state property tax laws have prompted a record number of Indiana school districts to seek voter approval for additional funding. Thirty-eight districts will place referendums totaling approximately $500 million on the November ballot. These measures are intended to cover essential expenses such as construction, safety, and operating costs. The reforms limit how often districts can ask voters for tax increases, creating a financial squeeze. Many districts are struggling to maintain current services due to rising expenses and stagnant revenue.

Indiana

https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/08/04/36-indiana-school-districts-to-seek-referendums-this-fall/

The Connecticut Education Association's endorsement of Governor Lamont is being questioned due to ongoing school funding issues. Despite the governor's claims of full funding, districts like Bridgeport have experienced significant layoffs and program cuts. The CEA's own testimony highlights underfunding, leading to reduced resources and strained special education services. This disconnect raises doubts about the governor's commitment to educators and students. The article suggests that the endorsement contradicts the reality faced by many school districts.

Bridgeport, CT

https://ctexaminer.com/2026/08/01/cea-endorsement-is-baffling-to-me/

Central Oregon school districts are implementing significant budget reductions for the upcoming school year due to declining enrollment, increased expenses, and insufficient state and federal funding. Bend-La Pine, Redmond, and Jefferson County school districts are making substantial cuts, while Crook County has made minor adjustments. These districts have managed to eliminate numerous positions through attrition and reassignment, avoiding actual layoffs for staff. The primary drivers for these deficits include changes in state poverty weighting calculations and inadequate special education funding models. While efforts are being made to minimize impact on students, some class sizes may slightly increase.

Bend, Oregon

https://www.centraloregondaily.com/news/local/central-oregon-school-districts-budget-cuts-2026-27/article_642448af-9db5-41c5-93e9-10fde1ffb792.html

The Auburn School District has successfully balanced its budget for the upcoming school year without any necessary cuts. Despite a slight projected decrease in student enrollment, the district anticipates an increase in both certificated and classified staff. Expenditures have risen, but revenues have also seen an increase, leading to a stable financial outlook. The district plans to purchase new school buses and is proposing a bond measure for a new middle school. This positive financial outcome contrasts with neighboring districts that are implementing significant staff reductions.

Auburn, Washington

https://www.kentreporter.com/2026/07/08/auburn-school-district-faces-no-budget-cuts-or-layoffs/

Reynolds School District faces significant budget cuts and layoffs. Oregon's school funding formula undercounts student poverty in the district. This undercount denies Reynolds an estimated $9 million in state funds. The district has eliminated staff positions, programs, and instructional days. Many other high-poverty districts across Oregon face similar financial challenges.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2026/06/oregons-school-funding-formula-is-broken-its-poorest-students-pay-the-price.html

Belleville Public Schools approved a district reorganization plan. This plan includes 28 layoffs and over 30 staff transfers. The district faces a $4.6 million budget deficit and reduced state aid. Critics argue the changes will harm support for multilingual learners and mental health services. Superintendent Erick Alfonso defends the plan as necessary to meet financial targets.

Belleville, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/education/2026/06/nj-school-district-just-cut-28-jobs-and-slashed-help-for-immigrant-kids.html

Illinois school districts are suing over federal funding cuts. The cut amounts to $18.5 million. A court hearing on the matter occurred today. This reduction has resulted in layoffs. Many school programs were also canceled.

https://www.mystateline.com/video/illinois-schools-sue-over-18-5m-federal-funding-cut-layoffs-and-program-cancellations-ensue/11864598/

Franklin Pierce School District is implementing significant staff reductions. The school board voted to cut 44 certified positions and several administrators. These measures aim to save $8.5 million for the 2026-2027 school year. A recent audit showed the district's expenditures exceeded its revenue. Declining enrollment and rising operational costs contribute to the financial challenges.

Tacoma, Washington

https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article316013487.html

Santa Rosa City Schools trustees will discuss a $76,000 pay increase. This raise is for interim fiscal chief Luz Cazares. The district recently issued layoff notices to 80 staff members. Cazares is credited with helping the district avoid state receivership. Some staff members expressed frustration over the proposed salary hike.

Santa Rosa, California

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2026/05/27/santa-rosa-school-board-to-discuss-76000-raise-for-outgoing-interim-fiscal-chief-after-sweeping-layoffs/

Philadelphia principals urge City Council to pass a rideshare tax. This tax aims to address the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million deficit. Without it, up to 340 school-based positions could be eliminated. The proposed tax on Uber and Lyft could generate about $48 million annually. Uber and Lyft oppose the proposal, and City Council explores other options.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

https://957benfm.com/2026/05/28/philly-principals-push-for-rideshare-tax-to-save-classrooms-from-staff-layoffs-amid-budget-crisis/

Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) announced 410 job cuts last month. This total included 146 teacher layoffs. The district is eliminating four positions from its top 25 highest-paid administrators. These roles include an IT officer, a senior high principal, and two manager positions. CMSD faces financial issues and declining student enrollment.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://fox8.com/news/i-team/i-team-any-top-jobs-cut-in-cleveland-school-layoffs/

The El Paso Independent School District revealed a $52 million budget shortfall. A public school consultant recommends declaring a financial emergency. This crisis could impact both students and staff, including potential layoffs. Declining enrollment and attendance are key factors in the loss of revenue. The district's former CFO resigned shortly after the deficit's true extent was disclosed.

El Paso, Texas

https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/el-paso-isd-faces-52-million-budget-shortfall-layoffs-financial-emergency-possible

Voters in Central New York school districts are deciding on budgets. Many districts face increasing costs for health insurance, utilities, and transportation. State funding remains flat while enrollment is declining across the region. Several districts propose staff reductions, including layoffs, to close budget gaps. Liverpool, Fulton, Jamesville-DeWitt, and Cortland are among those planning job cuts.

https://www.syracuse.com/schools/2026/05/school-district-voters-head-to-polls-tuesday-to-decide-on-budgets-including-some-with-layoffs.html

The Manchester School District voted to prevent staff layoffs. The Board of School Committee approved reallocating $8.6 million. These funds were originally for school renovation projects. This decision avoids potential layoffs before a state deadline. The budget now moves to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

Manchester, New Hampshire

https://www.wmur.com/article/manchester-school-budget-layoffs-51426/71311076

The Warwick School Committee approved staff layoffs on Tuesday. This included 18 teachers, three administrators, and 21 teaching assistants. The committee vote was 3 to 2 in favor. Parents and school staff criticized these reductions. The Committee had previously approved a $203.8 million budget for FY27.

Warwick, RI

https://warwickpost.com/school-committee-oks-18-warwick-teacher-layoffs/

The Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District board will consider employee terminations. About 15 full-time equivalent positions are proposed for reduction. These cuts are part of a $14.8 million budget adjustment plan. Classified employees, including paraeducators, are most affected. The district must issue layoff notices to employees by May 15.

Livermore, California

https://www.livermorevine.com/education/2026/05/12/lvjusd-board-to-finalize-employee-layoffs/

Lansing School District recently cut 50 staff positions. This action follows the end of federal pandemic relief money. Superintendent Jessica Benavides confirmed the cuts. Federal pandemic funding has now ended. Many Michigan K-12 schools face similar budget shortfalls.

Lansing, Michigan

https://www.wilx.com/2026/05/08/tight-budgets-force-lansing-school-district-layoffs-federal-relief-money-runs-dry-across-michigan/

Haverhill School Superintendent Margaret Marotta presented a draft $137 million budget. The plan includes increasing rental fees for school facilities. It also eliminates 17 positions, mostly vacant or due to retirement. Three current employees losing positions will be reassigned within the system. These measures aim to balance the budget and avoid widespread layoffs.

Haverhill, Massachusetts

https://whav.net/2026/05/07/haverhill-schools-release-draft-137m-spending-plan-without-layoffs/

The Port Angeles School District projects a $1.9 million budget shortfall. This deficit is for the 2026–27 school year. Declining enrollment and rising costs drive this deficit. The school board will vote on a resolution to authorize staff reductions. Proposed cuts include teaching, maintenance, and paraeducator positions.

Port Angeles,

https://www.myclallamcounty.com/2026/05/07/port-angeles-schools-consider-layoffs-amid-1-9-million-budget-shortfall/

he Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) laid off over 300 employees. Teachers and staff publicly criticized the decision. They cited high executive salaries as a reason for financial mismanagement. District leaders defended the actions as necessary to avoid further deficits. Declining enrollment and rising expenses challenge Ohio school districts.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://readlion.com/cleveland-district-comes-under-fire-for-poor-financial-management-leading-to-layoffs/

The Pasadena Unified School District Board will finalize workforce reductions. This action affects 61 certificated and 246 classified employees. The district faces a structural budget deficit exceeding $30 million. These layoffs are required by state law before a May 15 deadline. Affected employees will receive reemployment rights under the Education Code.

Pasadena, California

https://pasadenanow.com/main/pusd-board-to-take-up-final-layoff-resolutions-thursday

The Westwood District recently approved its budget. The total budget for the upcoming school year is $78.9 million. This plan eliminates 10 teaching and secretarial positions. Four administrative roles were also cut. These measures address increasing health insurance expenses.

Westwood, New Jersey

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/2026/05/01/westwood-nj-school-cuts-teachers-principal/89893408007/

Poudre School District is laying off nearly 250 employees. The district simultaneously approved tens of millions in new expenditures. Many large projects are funded by voter-approved bonds and mill levies. These funds have legal restrictions on their use. District officials state core operations and student resources must continue.

Fort Collins, Colorado

https://www.coloradoan.com/story/news/education/2026/05/04/poudre-school-district-spending-millions-while-laying-off-nearly250-employees/89881668007/

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Eugene 4J School District is laying off over 170 employees. This action addresses a significant budget deficit. The deficit has grown to approximately $50 million. Layoffs will take effect at the start of the 2026-2027 school year. Further reductions may occur due to the increased shortfall.

Eugene, Oregon

https://kval.com/news/local/eugene-4j-school-district-to-see-layoffs

MPS staff held a protest. They protested recent budget cuts. Staff also protested planned layoffs. Employees demanded cost of living raises. The protest addressed these multiple concerns.

https://www.jsonline.com/videos/news/local/2026/04/23/mps-staff-protest-budget-cuts-layoffs-and-for-cost-of-living-raises/89766804007/

The Bensalem Township School Board approved significant job cuts. This decision was made during an April 22 meeting. A total of 31 professional positions are eliminated for the 2026-27 school year. These cuts include teachers, librarians, counselors, and administrators. The district aims to balance a nearly $12 million budget deficit.

Bensalem, Pennsylvania

https://www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/education/2026/04/23/bensalem-township-school-board-oks-31-layoffs-including-teachers-counselors-librarians-budget/89741980007/

New Britain Public Schools faces significant budget cuts. The superintendent warned of dozens of staff layoffs and a potential school closure. The district requested $18.9 million, but the mayor proposed a $1 million increase. Parents and teachers urged the Common Council to reject the current budget. A special Board of Education meeting will discuss the proposed cuts.

New Britain, CT

https://www.wfsb.com/2026/04/23/new-britain-school-district-faces-major-budget-cuts-potential-layoffs/

The Carson City School Board approved a measure allowing the superintendent to issue layoff notices. This action affects certain classified and certified positions within the district. The decision aims to help close a structural deficit, which currently stands at about $3.02 million. Superintendent Andrew Feuling and Chief Financial Officer Spencer Winward presented the tentative budget. Community members and employees voiced concerns about potential job losses, especially for social workers. The board voted 5-1 to approve the authorization, with one trustee opposing.

Carson City, Nevada

https://www.nevadaappeal.com/news/2026/apr/14/ccsd-board-oks-superintendent-to-issue-reduction-in-force/

Ely School District will implement a four-day school week. The school board unanimously approved this change. It will begin in the upcoming fall semester. The district expects to save approximately $200,000 annually. This decision addresses ongoing financial challenges and declining enrollment.

https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/four-day-school-week-coming-to-northern-minnesota-school-district