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Back to EpisodesAustin ISD Faces $181M Deficit, Proposes Deep Cuts
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Austin Independent School District faces a staggering $181 million budget deficit next school year, prompting deep cuts to staff, teacher planning periods, and student programs. Lower property values, enrollment drops, and federal immigration crackdowns are fueling the crisis. The district plans to trim $5.7 million from special ed stipends, $40.9 million in staff jobs, and more from librarians, PE, and secondary planning. A draft budget will be presented to the board on April 23rd, with a vote set for June 18th.
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