Belleville Public Schools approved a district reorganization plan. This plan includes 28 layoffs and over 30 staff transfers. The district faces a $4.6 million budget deficit and reduced state aid. Critics argue the changes will harm support for multilingual learners and mental health services. Superintendent Erick Alfonso defends the plan as necessary to meet financial targets.
Belleville, New Jersey
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