Tulsa Public Schools board members unanimously voted against proposed reductions to special education staffing. The district had planned to eliminate nearly two dozen positions to address a significant budget deficit. Employees and advocates argued that such cuts would harm students and disrupt established relationships. Despite the rejection of these specific cuts, the district still faces substantial financial challenges. Further restructuring and cost-saving measures are anticipated in other departments.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
https://tulsaflyer.org/2026/05/02/schools-families/post/tulsa-public-schools-special-education-cuts-rejected/