School libraries across Oregon see severe cuts, steep declines in ability to serve students

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School libraries across Oregon see severe cuts, steep declines in ability to serve students

School districts all over Oregon are struggling to find the money to fund vital services with declining budgets. Many of those districts are making cuts to library staff, which librarians say has a direct result on educational outcomes for students. They also say these cuts are also in direct opposition to the educational goals districts say they’re committed to — providing tutoring, research help and safe spaces for students experiencing bullyi…