Broward County Public Schools lost nearly 10,000 students this year, leading to an $85 million budget deficit, Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn said Tuesday afternoon during a school board workshop.
“The district is navigating one of the most complex financial periods in recent history,” Hepburn said.
Even before the school year began, officials had warned of a possible drop in enrollment. Because state funding is based on the number of students, the district is now facing significant financial strain.
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