Los Angeles school officials warned this week of impending staff reductions — including likely layoffs — as they grapple with steadily falling enrollment and a three-year budget projection that ends with a deficit.
https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-01-22/falling-enrollment-budget-uncertainty-lausd-warns-of-layoffs-cuts
LAUSD Plans Staff Cuts Due to Enrollment Drop
Los Angeles Unified faces potential layoffs due to declining student enrollment.
The district's $18.8 billion budget relies on temporary fixes.
Initial cuts will target central office operations and vacant non-classroom positions.
A significant deficit and further student loss are projected for future years.
The school board will soon vote on specific budget steps.
https://hoodline.com/2026/01/lausd-braces-for-layoffs-as-classrooms-shrink-and-billions-run-dry/