The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is considering significant staff reductions. Over 27 full-time equivalent positions are targeted for elimination. These cuts include early reading intervention teachers and custodial staff. The district cites declining enrollment and budget pressures as reasons for the proposed layoffs. Parents and a union are actively protesting these planned reductions.
https://hoodline.com/2026/02/parents-rage-as-santa-monica-schools-weigh-axing-reading-aides-and-janitors/