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Trump Is Threatening School Funding. Here’s What Families Should Know.

Last updated: April 9, 2025 6:18 pm
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How will federal layoffs impact education?

With mass federal layoffs significantly reducing the size of the Education Department’s workforce, concerns arise about the potential impact on classrooms across the country. Units specializing in education research, data collection, and civil rights investigations have been particularly hard hit, with entire investigative staffs in regional branches being eliminated.

The repercussions are already being felt, as thousands of pending cases, particularly those involving students with disabilities, are now in limbo. Complaints of unequal treatment, exclusionary admissions practices, and instances of children being restrained or secluded from their peers are among the issues that may go unresolved due to the staffing cuts.

While some school districts may not see a significant impact from these federal layoffs, others like New York City’s public school system are closely monitoring the situation. Emma Vadehra, the system’s chief operating officer, emphasized the uncertainty surrounding the potential consequences of the cuts.

What about school meal programs?

Federal funding plays a crucial role in providing school meals to students, especially those from low-income families. While some cities have universal free meal programs, many districts rely on federal dollars to offer breakfast and lunch to those in need.

Fortunately, school meal programs have not faced major cuts, but recent eliminations of Agriculture Department initiatives have raised concerns. In New York City, for example, a program supporting local suppliers accounts for a small portion of overall school meal funding, yet its removal has sparked worries about the impact on students’ nutrition.

In Illinois, where thousands of schools and child care centers benefited from the program, the loss of funding has been described as essential for providing students with nutritious meals that support their learning and growth, according to State Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders.

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