💨 Abstract

**Summary:** Fairfax County’s school board approved a $4 billion budget for 2025, featuring raises for educators (5% for nonunion and 6% for union members). However, the budget includes cuts that may increase class sizes. The district had to reduce about $121 million, influenced by what they perceived as underfunding from the state and county. Key reductions impact staffing, electric bus funding, professional development, and classroom monitors.

Courtesy: Scott Gelman