Philly schools laying off nearly 300 staffers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - June 6, 2012

The teachers union said Wednesday that most of the layoffs involve school counselors and support staff. A spokeswoman says 263 union members are affected overall.

According to district spokesman Fernando Gallard (guy-YARD'), a total of about 290 layoff notices will go out Friday. They take effect June 30.

The school district is facing a $218 million budget shortfall for the fiscal year that begins July 1.

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