San Diego School Districts Grapple with Budget Shortfalls and Staff Reductions

Several major school districts in San Diego County are confronting substantial budget deficits, resulting in job eliminations and other cost-cutting measures. San Diego Unified School District, for instance, has moved to cut 221 positions, primarily affecting classified employees. Another district, Sweetwater Union High School, faces a cumulative deficit approaching $200 million and has reduced substitute teacher compensation.