Jobs Bill May Keep Teachers Employed

by Larry Abramson, NPR

Congress appears ready to pass a $10 billion measure to forestall the layoffs of thousands of teachers, as states struggle with budget deficits. The bill would save more than 100,000 jobs, but some question whether it makes sense to pad school district budgets before changes are made. And many districts already have avoided layoffs by demanding wage freezes and other sacrifices.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, August 9, 2010