Overview: In a recent meeting of the San Francisco Unified School Board, attention was directed toward the controversial decision to issue layoff notices to several school staff, including paraeducators and counselors, amid broader budget challenges. The board grappled with the implications of these layoffs, which were initially prompted by budget constraints but later complicated by the availability of funding for many positions. The decision-making process drew criticism from various stakeholders, including community members and educators, who expressed concern over the potential impact on student support services and overall trust in the district’s financial management.