Nicole Humphrey, president of JCAESP AFSCME Local 4011, said JCPS no longer plans to cut the jobs.
Board members approved scaled-back cuts after weeks of debate, finalizing JCPS’ central office reduction plan as the district works to close a $188 million budget gap.
The changes come after the JCPS Board of Education voted down the initial plan earlier this month, directing Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood to work with stakeholder groups and return with a revised proposal.
JCPS board debate over proposed cuts escalates into broader dispute about leadership, authority and decision-making.
In October 2025, the Jefferson County Board of Education approved an audit plan aimed at addressing what's projected to be a $188 million budget shortfall in JCPS' 2026-27 budget, reviewing fiscal years 2022-25.
The district has seen a decline in state SEEK funding — a hit made worse by soaring inflation.
For months, JCPS leaders said the largest reductions would occur at central office.
For months, JCPS leaders said the largest reductions would occur at central office.
The proposal will go to a vote at Tuesday's scheduled meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education.
The audit gives a detailed look at how the district managed its money last year.