Portland Public Schools outlines potential cuts

Portland Public Schools says it may need to shed up to 228 positions to close $41 million budget gap
Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong planned to unveil the first detailed look at what $41.3 million in cuts could mean for students, teachers and school communities, including the loss of 228 positions across the district.
Portland Public Schools outlines potential cuts ahead of $40M budget deficit
Portland Public Schools is facing a $40 million budget deficit, and an outline of how Oregon’s largest school district could close the gap for the 2025-2026 school was released on Wednesday. Read onli
$40M deficit forces Portland Public Schools to consider deep cuts and job losses
Portland Public Schools is facing an estimated $40 million budget shortfall for the 2025-2026 school year, which will likely result in the loss of 228 positions.
Portland Public Schools Says It Could Cut 230 Jobs to Meet Budget Shortfall
Portland Public Schools officials on Wednesday released its initial proposal for bridging a $41 million budget deficit for the 2025-26 academic year, which district leadership says is fueled by rising costs, limited revenue and declining enrollment.
Portland Public Schools faces $40M shortfall; Invites input on budget cuts
Portland Public Schools is facing a $40 million budget shortfall and administrators are asking for the community’s input on where cuts should be made.
Portland Public Schools Facing Massive Budget Reduction
PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Public Schools is facing a massive budget deficit, “Due to rising costs, limited funding, and declining enrollment, we are facing a 40 million dollar reduction.”
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