The Jackson school board is considering legal action against the New Jersey Department of Education due to severe funding cuts affecting their district. They face an $18 million budget gap and have proposed significant cuts, including closing an elementary school and cutting 70 jobs. Jackson is the second Ocean County district contemplating a lawsuit over state funding reductions, following Toms River’s similar action amid a $26.5 million budget shortfall. Despite challenges, district officials and residents are advocating for increased state aid to avoid tax hikes and maintain educational standards.
2nd N.J. School District Moves to Sue State Over giant Funding Cuts
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