In a surprising turn, the San Francisco Unified School District has rescinded layoffs of 34 school counselors and 117 paraeducators, previously planned as a budget-cutting measure due to a $114 million deficit. State Superintendent Tony Thurmond and SFUSD officials collaborated to secure funding that allows these positions to be retained. Superintendent Dr. Maria Su acknowledged the importance of these roles while highlighting the advocacy from staff and community members as a key factor in this decision. Additionally, the district plans to increase its hiring of teachers for the next school year.
"Thanks to the hard work and collaboration with the state and our labor partners, we are thrilled to be able to restore essential positions that support our students and schools."
"the San Francisco Board of Education, San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) Superintendent Dr. Maria Su, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond have worked together to confirm funding that allows the district to cancel final layoff notices"
"continued advocacy and fighting - you know, it matters."
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