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Budget Deficits

Austin ISD Votes to Close 10 Schools, Shift Dual Language and Montessori Programs for 2026–27

Trustees sought to plug a budget gap under state turnaround mandates.

Chicago Public Schools Brings Custodial Work In-House, Cutting 500 Positions

Chicago Public Schools Previews Major Service Reductions as Budget Deadline Nears

Chicago Public Schools Lays Off 161 Staff to Address $730 Million Budget Gap