Detroit News: 555 DPS workers face layoffs
Detroit Public Schools sent layoff notices to 555 teachers, counselors and other union members who could lose their jobs at the end of this academic year, according to the Detroit Federation of Teachers.
The notices, sent to teachers over the past two days, come as the district and union struggle with finances and declining enrollment.
The district projects a revenue loss in excess of $110 million for next year, spokesman Lekan Oguntoyinbo said. The federation owes about $2 million in past dues to its state and national affiliates and is working out a payment plan to avoid going broke.
This is the second round of layoffs for teachers this academic year. In October, 430 teachers received layoff notices following the 16-day teacher strike.
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