SAFE DEAL USD Price & Performance (SFDUSD)

San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is grappling with significant budgetary constraints, leading to restrictions on PTA-raised funds for hiring additional teachers. This measure, part of broader fiscal reforms, has sparked discussions on equitable resource distribution, with some advocating for pooling PTA funds to support underprivileged schools.1

The San Francisco Unified School District has avoided teacher layoffs thanks to early retirements, saving over 100 positions. However, other staff, including counselors and aides, are still facing cuts as the district addresses a $113 million budget deficit. Layoff decisions for non-teaching roles remain under review.2

The San Francisco school board has approved hundreds of preliminary layoff notices to address a $113 million deficit for the 2025-26 school year. While teacher layoffs have been mitigated, other staff roles remain at risk. Final decisions on these layoffs are expected in May, as the district navigates financial challenges.3