Los Angeles Unified School District is projected to face a significant cash shortfall, prompting concerns about its financial stability. The district must revise its fiscal plan within 45 days to avoid increased county oversight. Experts suggest that declining enrollment, expiring COVID-19 relief funds, and rising operational costs are contributing factors. Tough decisions, including potential layoffs, furloughs, and school consolidation, are anticipated. The district is urged to rely on its own cost-cutting measures rather than expecting substantial state aid.
Los Angeles, California
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