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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

Akron Public Schools is advancing plans for $11 million in budget cuts. These reductions include layoffs of paraprofessionals and elimination of dean positions. An art therapist position will also be cut. The district aims to close a growing budget gap. A committee approved the resolution, which now moves to the Rules Committee.

Akron, Ohio

https://signalakron.org/akron-schools-again-advance-layoffs-and-eliminated-positions/

Florida's teacher compensation ranks 50th among all states. The National Education Association published this annual report. The state's starting teacher pay ranks 19th. Teacher wages increased 3.3% from 2024-2025 to 2025-2026. Low compensation leads to staff layoffs and fewer students.

https://floridaphoenix.com/2026/04/27/florida-average-teacher-pay-remains-at-bottom-of-national-data-union-says/

The Broward School Board postponed a vote on proposed job cuts. The proposal aimed to eliminate 800 positions due to decreased state funding and student enrollment. This delay occurred as the board addressed a state investigation into credit card misuse. The probe concerns the Board chair's $150 ticket purchase for a political fundraiser using public funds. The Board will strengthen credit card policies and provide additional training.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

https://www.wlrn.org/education/2026-04-29/broward-school-board-responds-to-state-probe-of-misuse-of-public-funds-delays-votes-on-job-cuts

Cleveland educators confronted district leaders. Community members joined them at a board meeting. The meeting was held on Tuesday. They protested recent approved layoffs. These layoffs affect 400 school staffers.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://www.wkyc.com/video/news/education/cleveland-teachers-confront-school-district-over-approved-layoffs/95-30cb1e66-d675-4495-9f91-72694ede4be2

Educators and support staff in California schools face job uncertainty. Over 2,400 preliminary layoff notices were issued for teaching positions. More than 3,300 notices went to classified staff. These notices apply to positions, not specific individuals. Districts must finalize layoff decisions by May 15.

California

https://edsource.org/2026/schools-across-california-face-uncertainty-as-layoffs-loom/756688

Local schools are currently experiencing various impacts. These impacts include ongoing strikes by staff. Possible layoffs are also a concern for these institutions. Furthermore, other unspecified factors are affecting the schools. The overall situation for local education is challenging.

https://fox40.com/video/local-schools-impacted-by-strikes-possible-layoffs-and-more/11590206/

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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/

Fort Worth ISD may experience more layoffs. An additional school could also close. This school was established for immigrant children. Its purpose is to help them learn English. Both developments are currently possible.

Fort Worth, Texas

https://www.wfaa.com/video/news/education/more-layoffs-may-be-on-the-way-for-fort-worth-isd/287-7d528adb-c934-47da-8422-97cc08501e1c

Saskatchewan Polytechnic recently announced further employee layoffs. Thirty full-time and part-time employees were affected. This group included faculty, professional services, and out-of-scope staff. The institution cited an annual operational review for these decisions. Challenges in the international education sector also contributed to the layoffs.

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

https://www.discovermoosejaw.com/articles/more-layoffs-at-saskatchewan-polytechnic-amid-ongoing-challenge

One hundred forty-seven jobs will be eliminated at a San Leandro school. The Primary School is a private institution. It plans to shut down its operations. The school was established by Zuckerberg and Chan. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative pledged $50 million for local communities.

San Leandro, CA

https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2026/04/22/closure-of-chan-zuckerberg-backed-school-to-result-in-147-layoffs/

The Palm Beach County school board is considering a difficult decision regarding teacher salaries. The district indicates that a 3.5% teacher pay raise could lead to 192 layoffs and cuts to student services. Educators propose funding these raises by eliminating 454 existing vacant teacher positions instead. Declining student enrollment, with 7,000 fewer students, contributes to the district's budget challenges. The school board is scheduled to vote on the final salary plan on May 6.

Palm Beach County, Florida

https://www.wptv.com/news/education/palm-beach-county-school-board-faces-a-tough-choice-between-teacher-raises-potential-job-layoffs

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District is conducting its largest layoffs in years. A 2012 state law, House Bill 525, uniquely governs these decisions. This law requires the district to consider evaluations, licensure, and subject area, not just seniority. Approximately 410 employees, including 146 teachers, are being laid off. These cuts aim to address lower enrollment and budget deficits.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://www.cleveland.com/education/2026/04/how-a-law-from-2012-is-shaping-clevelands-largest-teacher-layoffs-in-years.html

Totally new to the place. Which areas are you staying for good schools, decent commute. How does parking work for HQ. McKinney, Frisco and Plano are looking as good areas but don’t want to go too far out to commute.

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) is undertaking significant budget cuts. These measures include school consolidations, building closures, and hundreds of layoffs. Approximately 146 teachers and 132 paraprofessionals were among those affected. The district also eliminated administrative and other support positions. These financial challenges are driven by declining enrollment and reduced state funding.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://signalcleveland.org/cleveland-schools-budget-layoffs-public-school-funding-2026/

The Wall Street Journal

For a big-company CEO with big AI ambitions, Verizon’s Dan Schulman doesn’t pull punches about the pain the technology could unleash on America’s workforce.

https://on.wsj.com/4cwXDPw

Just months into the job, he has predicted 20% to 30% unemployment within the next two to five years. He warns that advancements in humanoid robots could upend the manual-labor jobs still seen as safe today. And he has pushed for more education and reskilling to help workers adapt to the intensifying tech disruption.

Couched in the blunt AI talk is a warning for other CEOs: Be candid about the coming disruption or risk a public backlash.

The Anchorage School District announced the layoff of 56 teachers. This reduction accounts for about two percent of the district's nearly 3000 teachers. Superintendent Jharrett Bryantt stated these cuts are necessary due to insufficient state and local funding. A proposed one-time tax levy, intended to fund teacher positions, recently failed. Additionally, 203 teachers will be displaced, and the district is eliminating approximately 500 total positions.

Anchorage, Alaska

https://alaskapublic.org/news/anchorage/2026-04-17/anchorage-school-district-lays-off-more-than-50-teachers

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued an executive order. This order aims to prevent school districts from reducing instructional time. Many districts previously shortened school years to address budget shortfalls. The order also stops the Oregon Department of Education from granting waivers. Education groups and school boards expressed concerns about the unfunded mandate.

Oregon

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/04/16/oregon-governor-kotek-order-blocks-school-districts-cutting-instruction-time/

The Plainfield Board of Education approved a reduction in force. This decision will result in the layoff of nearly 60 employees. The district cited decreased student enrollment and budgetary reasons. A 0% tax levy increase was also approved by the board. Union leaders and staff voiced strong concerns about the layoffs.

Plainfield, NJ

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/plainfield/sections/education/articles/plainfield-boe-approves-reduction-in-force-as-union-leaders-staff-speak-out

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

Cherry Creek School District announced over 150 full-time positions will be cut. Community members and staff voiced disappointment at a recent board meeting. These budget reductions primarily impact the Department of Special Populations. Assistant Superintendent Tony Poole will retire in June while on paid leave. He will receive a payout exceeding $200,000 in salary and accumulated leave.

Aurora, Colorado

https://www.denver7.com/news/investigations/outrage-in-cherry-creek-schools-amid-layoffs-while-assistant-superintendent-is-paid-out-more-than-200k

Grand Rapids Public Schools is considering displacing up to 47 teacher positions. This action is planned for the 2026-27 school year. The district aims to align staffing with declining student enrollment. Officials hope to eliminate open vacancies rather than lay off current employees. Teachers may need to transition to different school buildings.

Grand Rapids, MI

https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2026/04/grps-weighs-displacing-nearly-50-teachers-citing-declining-enrollment.html

Several Central New York school districts are proposing teacher and staff layoffs. Liverpool, Jamesville-DeWitt, and Fulton City districts plan job reductions. Liverpool Central School District proposes cutting 78 full-time positions. Jamesville-DeWitt expects to cut 35 positions to close a budget gap. Fulton City School District is looking to cut 54 positions due to a $5 million shortfall.

Syracuse, N.Y.

https://www.syracuse.com/schools/2026/04/in-addition-to-liverpool-two-other-cny-school-districts-are-facing-layoffs.html

Sarasota County Schools district faces a significant budget deficit. This deficit will result in 180 first-year teachers and support staff losing their jobs. Florida ranks 50th nationally for average teacher pay and near the bottom for per-student funding. Increased state voucher funding diverts money from public school budgets. Declining enrollment, partly due to students leaving for private schools, exacerbates the financial issues.

Sarasota, Florida

https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2026/04/15/sarasota-schools-teachers/89611645007/

Lorain City Schools is experiencing a significant financial crisis. The district faces a nearly $17 million annual budget shortfall. This deficit has resulted in over 100 teacher layoffs. Funding reductions from federal, state, and local sources are cited as the cause. Voters will decide on an operating levy in May to help stabilize the district's finances.

Lorain, Ohio

https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/education/education-station/lorain-city-schools-100-teacher-layoffs-17-million-funding-cuts-federal-state-local-education-association/95-19da7a4d-dfa5-47cd-8061-c09e50941146

Students from Campus International School initiated a walkout. They were protesting recent staff layoffs. The Cleveland Metropolitan School District made the layoff decision. A total of 410 staffers were affected. The students demonstrated their opposition to these cuts.

Cleveland

https://www.wkyc.com/video/news/education/students-at-clevelands-campus-international-school-walk-out-in-protest-of-cmsd-layoffs/95-321a8c13-1622-42fd-9453-ea9365ff4eec

A report reveals Los Angeles Unified School District contract commitments. Hundreds of millions went to private equity or venture capital-backed companies. This happened while LAUSD projected a deficit and issued layoff notices. Over 86% of new digital instruction contracts were with these private firms. The spending raises concerns about public education funds diverting to private investors.

Los Angeles, California

https://pestakeholder.org/news/as-layoffs-loom-86-of-lausd-digital-instruction-contracts-committed-to-private-equity-venture-capital-backed-companies/

The Eugene 4J school district faces an estimated $50 million budget shortfall. Superintendent Miriam Mickelson outlined plans to address this deficit. Proposed solutions include selling property and transferring funds from maintenance. The district expects significant layoffs and school closures. Declining enrollment and rising costs contribute to the financial pressure.

Eugene, Oregon

https://kval.com/news/local/superintendent-outlines-one-time-fixes-warns-of-layoffs-amid-eugene-4j-shortfall

Cleveland Metropolitan School District faces scrutiny over spending decisions. The district is preparing to announce significant layoffs and school closures. CMSD recently signed a $21,000 contract for outside transportation management. It is also hiring a new Director of Career Readiness for up to $116,000. This spending occurs despite impending staff reductions and a recent tax increase.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://fox8.com/news/i-team/looking-into-cmsd-spending-in-midst-of-teacher-layoffs-i-team/

Austin ISD leaders propose teacher layoffs and cuts to academic programs. These measures address a projected $49 million budget deficit. The deficit could reach $181 million without action. Previous cost-saving efforts included closing ten school campuses. Board members will vote on the proposed budget in June.

Austin, Texas

https://austincurrent.org/2026/04/07/aisd-cut-teachers-budget-deficit/

New Jersey school districts face significant financial challenges. Many districts propose layoffs, tax increases, and program cuts. Ocean Gate School District will close its only school. These issues stem from revised state funding and rising operational costs. Health care and special education expenses contribute to budget shortfalls.

, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/education/2026/04/these-11-nj-school-districts-are-facing-layoffs-tax-hikes-and-closures-to-stay-afloat.html

Milwaukee Public Schools announced job cuts affecting 201 employees. These layoffs are part of a plan to close a $46 million budget gap. The teachers union and parent groups are demanding the district reverse these cuts. They also call for pausing the budgeting process for increased community input. District officials maintain the budget timeline is legally required and does not include classroom teachers.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/education/2026/04/08/criticism-mounts-against-milwaukee-public-schools-plan-to-cut-staff/89500469007/

The Farmington School District faces a $330,000 budget deficit. The Department of Revenue Administration ordered the district to address this shortfall. The school board considers layoffs as a last resort after other expense reductions. A $30 million state SchoolCare program shortfall contributed to the district's payment. The Farmington Teachers Association plans to challenge any staff reductions.

Farmington, NH

https://www.wmur.com/article/farmington-nh-school-board-layoffs-budget-deficit/70291617

The Concord School District faces an $18 million budget deficit for fiscal year 2027. Salary and benefit increases, along with rising debt, contribute to this shortfall. State aid has significantly dropped due to increased property values and declining student enrollment. The district has approved $6.8 million in non-personnel reductions. Officials are now considering potential staff layoffs to balance the budget.

Concord, NH

https://patch.com/new-hampshire/concord-nh/concord-schools-eye-cuts-layoffs-salary-increases-hit-budget-soaring

The Liverpool School Board met to discuss a budget with 78 job reductions. The district faces a $13 million budget gap. Superintendent Richard Chapman presented the budget to board members. Board members expressed concerns about the impact on student education. The board postponed the budget adoption decision until April 20.

Liverpool, New York

https://www.informnny.com/news/state-news/i-just-dont-support-that-liverpool-school-board-members-go-back-and-forth-with-superintendent-over-layoffs-and-cuts/

A new Georgia bill, SB 33, seeks to lower homeowner property taxes. This legislation restricts the growth of residential property values for tax calculations. School officials warn this could significantly reduce school district budgets. Many districts are already near their constitutional 20-mill tax rate cap. This could lead to teacher layoffs in some districts within a few years.

Atlanta, Georgia

https://www.savannahnow.com/story/news/education/2026/04/07/georgia-property-tax-bill-may-impact-schools/89496729007/

Several Santa Cruz County school districts approved significant layoffs this year. These cuts aim to maintain long-term financial stability. Declining enrollment and reduced state and federal funding caused these measures. Pajaro Valley Unified, Soquel Union Elementary, Live Oak, and Scotts Valley Unified districts implemented reductions. Santa Cruz City Schools also approved layoffs for support positions.

https://lookouexample.com/the-santa-cruz-county-school-districts-that-approved-layoffs-this-year/story

Nevada school districts are facing severe budget deficits despite a recent funding increase. Increased costs, flat state funding, and declining student enrollment contribute to the problem. Policy changes in the new funding formula also create financial challenges. Districts like Washoe and Douglas County are reducing positions and considering school closures. State officials are urged to increase education revenue to prevent further insolvencies.

https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/nevada-school-budget-heyday-was-short-lived-why-several-districts-are-now-in-dire-straits

The Upper Grand District School Board issued 100 layoff notices. These notices affect elementary teachers and early childhood educators. The action stems from a projected two percent enrollment drop. This decline means 561 fewer students by September 2026. The board hopes to recall many staff members later this year.

https://www.elorafergustoday.com/local-news/must-read-ugdsb-issues-100-layoff-notices-to-elementary-teachers-eces-12095110