School districts in Washington D.C. are facing very tight budgets in the coming years, due to large increases in inflation and a significant loss in federal aid. Increases in labor costs and resource costs are also an issue. The mayor of Washington D.C. is requesting additional funding for public schools from the local government. Even if the funding request is approved, it is highly likely that certain services will be cut. There is also a probability that various employees will be laid off. The mayor’s budget for the next year will be focused on improvements in downtown Washington D.C., public schools, public health and safety, and the metro transit system. The budget includes money for building a new Advanced Technical Center in the Washington D.C. area, which educates high school students on specific professional skills.
See "Tight budgets for Washington D.C. public schools could lead to layoffs and cuts in services", Mark Segraves, NBC 4 Washington, March 22, 2024