EUHSD board adopts layoff notices for classified and certificated staff amid budget debate

The Escondido Union High School District board on March 4 adopted two resolutions directing staff to issue layoff notices for classified and certificated employees to meet the state’s March 15 notification deadline. District counsel and human-resources staff told trustees the actions are procedural steps required by law while the district continues planning for the next school year.

Dr. Goode, presenting the staffing reductions, said the district was recommending a reduction of about 10.59 classified FTEs and cuts that would reduce specific health-office hours and certificated sections if the board adopted the resolutions. "We must notify employees by March 15 of an intent to layoff for the following school year," Dr. Goode said, urging the board to meet the statutory timeline while noting the district hopes to rescind some notices later as the budget picture clarifies. After staff presentation and public comment, the board adopted the classified and certificated layoff resolutions by voice vote; no opposing votes were recorded on the floor.

The board’s action was procedural: staff emphasized that adopting the resolution triggers the required notice process and does not itself terminate employees immediately. Board members asked about vacancy offsets and the possibility of rescinding notices in May if resources allow. Staff replied several positions listed were currently vacant and that some functions could be outsourced temporarily; they said they would follow up with more specific vacancy and usage information.

The meeting record shows the board moved and seconded the motions during the meeting and approved both resolutions by voice vote. The votes permit the district to proceed with statutory notification while it continues budget and staffing planning for the 2025–26 school year.