California Schools Face Deep Cuts, Layoffs
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Thousands of California school employees, predominantly administrators and support staff, have received preliminary layoff notices due to budget shortfalls. Declining enrollment and rising costs for pensions, healthcare, supplies, and special education have pushed districts to the brink of financial crisis. The cuts, which aim to spare classrooms, have caused concern among staff and leaders, as they impact trusted adults like bus drivers, custodians, and office helpers. Districts like Sacramento City Unified, Oakland Unified, Los Angeles Unified, Long Beach, and Pasadena are among those facing significant budget gaps and have issued hundreds of layoff notices. Despite union negotiations for better pay, some districts have targeted support staff to protect teachers, leading to an annual layoff ritual that disrupts schools and morale.
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