#budgetcuts

Fayette County Public Schools announced major staffing cuts this week. This action terminated 120 district-level support personnel. The cuts address financial reporting errors and budget issues. Eliminated roles included 49 hourly and 71 salaried positions. The district is assisting affected employees with job placement.

https://www.wuky.org/wuky-news/2026-05-20/support-staff-hit-with-sweeping-layoffs-as-fayette-county-school-system-reins-in-spending

The Lowell Fire Department faces potential staffing reductions. City councilors are debating further cuts to the department. The department currently has 13 vacant positions. Firefighters are rallying against these proposed layoffs. They oppose any additional reductions in personnel.

Lowell,

https://www.nbcboston.com/video/on-air/as-seen-on/lowell-firefighters-rally-against-layoffs/3952602/?amp=1

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/

Santa Barbara County issued layoff notices to 84 employees. These notices are set to take effect on June 30. The county is preparing a $1.64 billion budget, a 2.9% decrease from last year. This reduction stems from an economic downturn and decreased state and federal funding. Affected staff primarily work in Public Health and Social Services, though some may transfer to other roles.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.noozhawk.com/santa-barbara-county-issues-layoff-notices-for-84-positions/

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

The Florida Education Association (FEA), along with other groups, has sued the state Department of Education. They claim Florida's universal school voucher system violates the state constitution. The lawsuit alleges a disparity in oversight between public and private schools receiving taxpayer funds. Nearly $5 billion in state money is allocated for these vouchers, including for homeschooling. Public schools have experienced declining enrollment and budget cuts since universal vouchers began in 2023. The FEA seeks accountability, transparency, and consistent educational standards across all schools.

Florida

https://www.wusf.org/the-florida-roundup/2026-05-18/why-was-florida-sued-over-universal-school-vouchers

Scott Sampson resigned as Executive Director of the California Academy of Sciences. His resignation is effective May 29, with advisory duties through June. The institution recently announced layoffs of 53 employees. These cuts address a structural budget deficit exceeding $8 million. Amber Mace was appointed interim executive director.

San Francisco, California

https://www.sfchronicle.com/sf/article/california-academy-sciences-director-resigns-22260144.php

Baldwin Wallace announced further program and staff cuts. The university will cease offering 35 academic programs. Ten faculty members face job elimination. These actions aim for financial stability amid declining enrollment. The university previously cut 35 positions.

https://www.clevescene.com/news/baldwin-wallace-announces-another-round-of-program-and-budget-cuts/

Portland faces a significant $170 million budget shortfall. Mayor Keith Wilson proposed citywide cuts affecting various services. The Workforce Development Program for homeless individuals faces nearly $450,000 in funding reductions. These cuts threaten hundreds of participants and jobs at small nonprofits. Shelter providers like Transition Projects anticipate layoffs and fewer available beds.

Portland, Oregon

https://katu.com/news/local/were-facing-layoffs-portland-homeless-services-at-risk-under-budget-plan-homelessness-shelter-beds-capacity-city-council-politics-transition-projects-housing-service

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

Egg Harbor Township School District eliminated 23 positions for the upcoming school year. These cuts affect teaching, administrative, and support staff roles. The district aims to close a roughly $6 million budget gap. Rising health care costs largely drove this financial shortfall. Officials confirmed no music programs are canceled, but Latin courses will end.

Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/education/2026/05/nj-school-district-just-cut-23-jobs-as-students-worry-about-cuts-to-their-music-classes.html

Walla Walla Community College is eliminating 18 positions as part of a cost-cutting plan. This action includes 10 full-time and eight part-time or temporary roles. The college will also leave seven vacant positions unfilled and reduce hours for 11 employees. These staffing changes are expected to save over $2 million by June 30. The college faces a $4.3 million budget deficit due to funding changes and rising costs.

Walla Walla, Washington

https://www.lmtribune.com/local-news/wwcc-announces-layoffs-projected-to-save-2m-0f2c7a97

The city's proposed fiscal 2027 budget shows significant deficits. It includes 50 immediate personnel reductions across many departments. An additional 31 positions are slated for attrition. Public safety, public works, and health services departments are heavily impacted. Taxpayers may also face increases in property taxes and utility fees.

Lowell, Massachusetts

https://www.lowellsun.com/2026/05/15/major-layoffs-hit-lowells-city-hall/

The Kentucky Court of Justice is undergoing significant operational changes. This includes laying off nearly 200 employees due to anticipated budget deficits. Chief Justice Debra Hembree Lambert stated these cuts ensure financial longevity. The reorganization will also create 108 new frontline positions. These changes aim to align staffing and services with available resources.

Kentucky

https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article315768580.html

The Newport School Committee voted on May 12 to lay off 17 teachers. This decision is effective on May 29. The layoffs are strictly for financial reasons. The district faces a roughly $5 million budget deficit. Many community members and two committee members opposed the cuts.

Newport,

https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/newport-school-committee-votes-to-layoff-17-teachers/

The WCCUSD school board approved dozens of layoffs. The district must address a $127.2 million shortfall. The board spared several popular programs from cuts after community testimony. Teachers, custodians, and administrators are among those affected. The board also cut $1.8 million in various contracts.

Richmond, California

https://richmondside.org/2026/05/14/wccusd-board-layoffs-budget-cuts/

Portland State University announced plans to lay off 52 faculty and staff members. This action is part of a broader financial sustainability plan. The university aims to close a $35 million budget deficit by fiscal year 2028. Two academic departments, University Studies and Conflict Resolution, are slated for elimination. The provisional plan also includes a tuition increase and affects nine departments total.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2026/05/14/portland-state-university-eyes-52-layoffs/

The Hamilton Southeastern Education Association criticized HSE Schools. They opposed the district's decision to lay off 18 teachers. The union proposed retirement buyouts as an alternative solution. HSE Schools cited financial pressures and enrollment adjustments for the cuts. These 18 teachers represented over 100 combined years of experience.

Fishers, Indiana

https://www.larryinfishers.com/2026/05/13/teachers-union-says-hse-had-alternatives-to-18-staff-reductions/

The Redlands Unified School District recently approved 19 new layoffs. These cuts impact positions such as librarians, special education staff, and nurses. This decision follows 135 layoff notices approved earlier in the year. The district cites financial pressure, enrollment trends, and budget issues. Officials state these actions are necessary to ensure fiscal stability.

Redlands

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/redlands-unified-school-district-layoffs/3890142/

HCSC according to Beckers article lost $1.7 Billion in 2025. The geniuses in charge tell everyone to track their backfill slots and make sure to keep them documented so that when money loosens up we can fill them. Then HR partners tell us if the back fills were lost in 2024 and 2025, you must have learned to live without the positions, only 2026 losses "MIGHT" be backfilled.

They keep piling on work, but yet they fund nothing to help automate or just invest in basic system infrastructure. Yet what business do we have expanding to other states without the staff to support this effort.

So why do I use the comparison to a trailer park? HCSC has ambitions on a beer budget, everyone wants to be something more but they forget they live in a trailer park. HCSC has turned into a run down, rusty trailer park of a company. Constantly broke, constantly thinking leadership is high and mighty but instead they are the drunk on the porch in their underwear at the trailer park.

Coachella Valley Unified will lay off 34 teachers. These layoffs are expected at the end of the school year. The district faces a multimillion-dollar budget deficit. It is working to close this deficit. The goal is to maintain financial solvency.

https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/education/2026/05/13/cvusd-teacher-layoffs-classified-school-board/90047380007/

The Broward School Board recently approved a new organizational chart. The district will reduce its workforce by 300 positions. Additionally, 700 unfilled roles will be removed. The district expects to save a sum greater than $50 million. However, certain board members expressed worries regarding student impact.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/05/12/broward-school-board-votes-for-massive-amount-of-layoffs/

Superintendent Thomas Taylor issued a warning to school employees. He cited "extremely serious concerns" regarding the budget. Montgomery County Public Schools faces a $150 million budget shortfall. Reductions could eliminate 100 full-time positions for every $10 million cut. The County Council is expected to finalize budget decisions soon.

Montgomery County, Maryland

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/education/mcps-superintendent-warns-of-layoffs-budget-shortfall/65-1b7cdbe5-aa6e-428e-8265-8f4dc4c28684

Rhode Island school districts are approving staff layoffs for the upcoming academic year. These reductions stem from budget pressures and shifting student enrollment. Johnston initially issued 89 layoff notices, with 42 employees still without positions after reorganization. Newport laid off 17 teachers, though some roles might be restored later. Warwick approved 42 layoffs, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrators.

Providence, Rhode Island

https://www.wpri.com/news/education/teacher-staff-layoffs-hit-multiple-ri-school-districts/

The Ridgewood school board recently approved a $135.5 million budget. This new budget includes a tax hike for residents. The district anticipates laying off up to six faculty members. Seventeen positions were eliminated overall. Retirements and other changes reduced the number of necessary layoffs.

Ridgewood, NJ

https://patch.com/new-jersey/ridgewood/new-135-5m-ridgewood-school-budget-may-require-6-layoffs-officials

Oregon educators protested outside Nike stores on Saturday. The "Just Sign It" campaign targeted Nike in Eugene and Portland. Protesters demanded Nike pay $2 billion to the state. They claim this amount was saved through a 2012 tax deal. Teachers linked Nike's tax deal to recent school district layoffs.

Eugene, Oregon

https://www.kezi.com/news/local/oregon-teachers-rally-at-nike-stores-after-200-layoffs-in-eugene/article_62e3e9b5-68d0-47c9-ab35-fff786798100.html

Indianapolis Public Schools announced $17 million in central office cuts. This marks the district's second round of budget reductions this year. The cuts involve eliminating approximately 28 central office positions. Enrollment declines and an expiring property tax levy are driving these financial pressures. Overall, 87 employees have been reduced from the district's workforce.

Indianapolis, Indiana

https://www.wfyi.org/education/2026-05-11/ips-17-million-central-office-cuts-enrollment-referendum

The Akron school board approved $11 million in budget reductions. This action prevents a financial shortfall for the upcoming school year. Seventeen staff positions will be eliminated from the district. Six deans will move into available teaching positions. These measures aim to prevent future state financial oversight.

Akron, Ohio

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/education/2026/05/12/akron-school-board-approves-11-million-cuts-avoids-teacher-layoffs/90034259007/

Baylor University has begun staff layoffs following a February announcement. The university plans to implement $35 million in budget cuts over two years. At least 40 employees have received pink slips, including eight in the College of Arts and Sciences. These reductions are part of a broader response to higher education challenges. The university also reduced its contribution to the faculty retirement plan.

Waco, TX

https://wacotrib.com/news/local/education/article_6f3f0085-bf69-402d-9fcd-7d7613f1ee50.html

Minneapolis school district leaders acknowledged years of budgeting errors. These miscalculations worsened district deficits and caused staff layoffs. The district specifically miscoded special-education expenditures, losing millions in revenue. Correcting this error will add over $10 million in state revenue for both the current and next fiscal year. This financial improvement allows nearly 110 full-time positions to be saved from previous budget cuts.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

https://www.startribune.com/minneapolis-schools-budget-error-worsened-deficit-and-affected-layoffs-years-ago/601838453

The Missouri education department has warned school districts to expect reduced state funding. This financial shortfall could lead to larger class sizes, school closures, and staff layoffs. St. Louis Public Schools faces a significant budget deficit for the third consecutive year. The district plans to eliminate 300 long-term substitute teaching positions. Other area districts are also considering closures and tax increases to address financial pressures.

St. Louis, Missouri

https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/education/article_e6d1c676-be17-4be2-911b-3aa1ea07fb7d.html

This years bonuses were not paid in the US but were paid in India sending a clear signal of what is to come. Over 50% of US technical staff was laid off in last year's annual blood letting with a high probability of more to come again this year, perfectly timed after everyone works ridiculous hours finishing all the back to school work. Headcount continues to grow in India and even more of our US associates will be on there street after this years annual "event". For a US company, providing educational services to US schools, to prioritize employees in another country is akin to having American flags made in China. If that was not enough; efforts like Texas's Bluebonnet curriculum directly take aim at companies like HMH making their product obsolete. Sad state of affairs for US employees, and US schools.

Bowie State University will eliminate 79 jobs. This action includes reorganization, vacancies, and layoffs. The university is currently facing an $18 million deficit. This marks its second multimillion-dollar budget shortfall in two years. The total workforce will shrink by approximately 6%.

Bowie, Maryland

https://wtop.com/education/2026/05/bowie-state-university-to-lay-off-employees-amid-18-million-deficit/

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/

St. Helena Unified School District trustees approved two employee layoffs. The 5-0 vote on Thursday impacts the 2026-27 school year. Melissa Hansen, an executive assistant, and Esperanza Fuentes, an accounting technician, received final notices. A high school guidance counselor, Shawn Garrity, was ultimately spared from layoffs. Declining enrollment and increased costs contributed to the district's financial challenges.

St. Helena, California

https://napavalleyregister.com/star/news/st-helena-school-board-layoffs/article_2635a36c-c502-43d2-b4ca-51bd8c4daeed.html

I heard most Wipro and Sapient contracts will being terminated or at best not be extended but it's not being announced. Just terminate one by one or not extend so it won't make big news.. I heard this from a SG32 in people team. I am 31 and have log consultants in my team. Here to see if any one else have more insights. I am tired of these constant changes. My project fund got slashed leading to hiring freeze and finally work got cancelled due to issues with delivery! They expected 3 people doing 6 peoples work, of the 3, one is in offshore with no domain knowledge. Now this...I was told I can hire another fte offshore but not onshore. wtf is going on?

Central New York cities face significant budget shortfalls. Auburn, Cortland, and Watertown are experiencing multi-million dollar deficits. These cities are considering layoffs, pay cuts, and service reductions. Rising health insurance, pension costs, and stagnant state funding contribute to the crisis. Officials are also proposing property tax increases to address the financial gaps.

https://www.syracuse.com/news/2026/05/central-nys-mid-sized-cities-are-slashing-jobs-and-services-amid-a-bruising-budget-crunch.html

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/