The number of students in Broward Schools is declining every year – in 2021, nearly 208,000 students were enrolled. This year, it's down to 188,000 students and in 2030, enrollment is projected to be down by another 25,000.

"We are short this year $94 million, which means between January and June of this year we've got to constrict considerably," said School Board Member Allen Zeman.

Board members said it's so bad that there's a travel ban and hiring freeze.

"If 10 teachers quit today, hopefully they won't, I pray they won't, I can't go out tomorrow as a district to hire new teachers. That's how bad our financial situation has become here within this district," said Board Member Adam Cervera.

Right now, the board is considering merging or closing seven schools, including four elementar

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