El Paso ISD is officially handing out layoff notices, and union reps are warning staff not to quit so they don't lose their unemployment benefits. If you've got kids in the district, expect some major changes to staffing and classroom support very soon.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Families might see a hit to school quality, while laid-off staff are scrambling to secure their unemployment checks.
The district is likely doing this to balance a tight budget, though it's a tough pill for everyone else.
Teachers and support staff are losing their jobs, and students will likely deal with larger classes or fewer resources.
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