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Why Public Schools Are Going Broke In The U.S.

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April 22, 2025

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U.S. public schools are facing a major budget crunch as federal pandemic relief money runs out and enrollment numbers continue to drop. Many districts added staff during the Covid era to address urgent needs, but with fewer students and no extra funding, those positions are no longer sustainable. Watch the video above to learn why school systems are being forced to cut staff and what that means for students and communities.

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Produced by: Charlotte Morabito

Edited by: Andrea Miller

Animation: Mithra Krishnan, Jason Reginato

Senior Director of Video: Lindsey Jacobson

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