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School board approves declaration of reduction in force related to planned school consolidations
Summary
The board approved a declaration of reduction in force (RIF) tied to school consolidations and adopted RIF procedures; staff said placement will emphasize attrition where possible.
The Natchitoches Parish School Board voted to approve a declaration of reduction in force for the 2025–26 school year tied to planned consolidations and adopted formal RIF procedures.
Board discussion emphasized the district’s intent to use attrition and placement strategies where possible before terminating staff. Administration said it is still working through placement details and will update the board in the coming weeks; total numbers affected were not specified during the meeting.
The board approved the RIF declaration and procedures by roll-call vote. Staff said they will follow the adopted procedures during placement and any reductions, and they will keep the board updated on the placement process and budget constraints that determine final numbers.
