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Westwood Heights board approves layoff of one administrator amid resident objections
Summary
On June 17, 2026 the Westwood Heights Board of Education approved a budget-driven layoff of one administrator by a 5-1 vote after a resident asked the board to postpone action and raised concerns about notice and process.
The Westwood Heights Board of Education voted 5-1 on June 17 to approve a resolution to lay off one administrator "due to budgetary reasons." The motion was made by Jennifer Johnson and supported by Roberts; Ayes were Roberts, Johnson, Turner, Walker and Fykes; Bransford voted nay.
Public commenter B. Georges urged the board to delay the action, saying the recommendation raised concerns about "the lack of notice, whether other areas were fully considered, and questioned the sharing of information." Board discussion before the vote focused on whether all positions had been evaluated, whether the reduction related to student enrollment, and confirmation that the district's personnel-reduction process had been followed. The minutes record the board's decision but do not specify which administrator position will be affected or the effective date.
