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Fayette County Schools in Crisis | Lexington News
Fayette County Public Schools faces a $5-10 million budget shortfall as the new school year looms, sparking parent outrage and concerns over stretched resources. Parents like Heather Ferguson, whose three kids attend the district, say priorities have shifted away from students. While no layoffs are planned, some positions may go unfilled, and a $96 million short-term loan is being used to bridge the gap until taxes come in. Meanwhile, acting superintendent Bill Bradford’s salary jumped to $275,000 while the main superintendent remains on paid leave — all as an audit looms on August 3rd…
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