Board of Education Cuts 412 Jobs in City Schools
From Times Wire Reports
Faced with a $147-million budget deficit, the Board of Education cut 412 jobs from San Diego city schools, including 189 teaching assistant positions and non-teaching jobs such as secretaries and cooks.
The board approved the cuts Monday on a 3-2 vote despite appeals from dozens of employees who asked that their jobs be spared.
The board also voted to reduce hours for 211 jobs, including 168 teaching assistants.
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