Schools

Teacher Layoffs or TV

February 8, 2011

Good Friday morning, Bayside. Your local editor was out late last night at the Johnny Famous Jersey Shore Party. Pics and report to come. For now, we've got a jaw-dropper as our first thing:

1. The mayor yesterday announced his plan to cut 6,166 teaching positions—1,500 through attrition, and 4,666 layoffs— to help rein in the budget deficit.

2. The dust settled quickly from his announcement, and people are now debating should be let go. If you have thoughts and ideas, drop us a line at Lori.gross@patch.com, or post to the comments section.

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3. a comparatively breezy for families.

4. If you don't yet have a family, and you're looking to get out, we've got a f for this weekend.

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5. Check back in to Bayside Patch later for your daily Patchcast and our Sold! houses column.


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