Austin ISD cuts more than 20% of staff at headquarters, works to cover $110M deficit
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin ISD will cut more than 170 positions from its central staff as the district looks to make a dent in a $110 million budget deficit.
In a release sent out by Superintendent Matias Segura, this equals a more than 20% reduction of staff at the AISD headquarters, saving roughly $9.6 million
Segura said more than 170 employees were somehow impacted, ranging from job eliminations, salary reductions or reorganization.
“I recognize this is a very challenging time for our community and I encourage every student, staff and family member within Austin ISD to navigate this with empathy,” said Segura. “This restructuring is only one step in a series of difficult conversations and decisions that must be made to ensure our district remains stable and we can maintain our ability to offer the highest quality education.”
Along with the staff cuts, the AISD board has discussed consolidating schools in order to balance its budget. Segura said the cuts are “a critical step” before consolidating schools.
“The impact of this restructure and every individual affected will be felt,” he said.
