Alabama school chief reassures amid federal funding cuts

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Alabama State Superintendent Eric Mackey reassured teachers and parents on Thursday amid federal workforce cuts, stating they should not panic. He confirmed that the state regained access to nearly $9 million in federal funding after initial issues with the online portal. Mackey expressed concerns about potential impacts on the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which funds free lunches and farm-to-school programs. He noted that while students will still receive food, it may not be locally sourced due to funding cuts. Despite worries about a government shutdown, Mackey emphasized that special education funding will continue. He stated that Alabama funds more special education than the federal government, and students should not notice changes in their classrooms.


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