Overview: During the recent Community Education Council District 25 meeting, concerns were raised regarding potential funding cuts that could severely impact the district’s programming and staffing. A looming $2 billion reduction in federal funds, particularly affecting Title I and Title III allocations, has created an atmosphere of uncertainty and urgency. This situation has put considerable pressure on schools as they attempt to plan for the upcoming academic year without clear financial direction. The anticipation of small class size reduction applications, which have yet to be received, added to the anxiety, with participants expressing frustration over the . . .