El Paso ISD Board Approves Layoffs of 55 Employees Amid Budget Cuts

The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) board has voted to lay off 55 employees, including 42 teachers and 13 support staff, as part of a cost-cutting measure to address a financial exigency. This decision follows a series of votes aimed at reducing payroll expenses by $40 million for the 2025-26 school year. The layoffs are part of a broader plan that initially aimed to cut 400 jobs, with the board declaring financial exigency on June 4. Affected employees were notified last week, and the district is working to assist them in finding new positions. The board will also consider a budget of $534.8 million for the 2026-27 school year, which includes a deficit covered by reserve funds.

Key Details: • 55 employees laid off, including 42 teachers and 13 support staff. • Budget of $534.8 million for 2026-27 will be discussed on Tuesday. • Employees can apply for unemployment benefits regardless of resignation status. • Resignation may affect eligibility for unemployment benefits.