An East San Jose school district is laying off employees on the heels of declining enrollment, a budget deficit and school closures.
Earlier this month, the Alum Rock Union School District board agreed to pink slip numerous classified employees. It appears managers could be next at the upcoming board meeting Thursday. Affected employees will receive notice no later than March 15.
The district is facing a budget deficit of more than $8 million, spokesperson Sergio Diaz Luna said, and is projected to increase to $9.5 million in the 2027-28 academic year due to a loss of grant funding. Due to the multimillion-dollar shortfall, school administrators recommended the board agree to layoffs for the 2026-27 school year. Diaz Luna said up to 38 employees could lose their jobs. Forty-three positions are being cut, but five are vacant…