Fresno Unified is slashing jobs and shuffling staff as the cash-strapped district stares down a ballooning budget crisis ahead of the 2026-27 school year.

Trustees voted Monday during a special board meeting to push forward with sweeping layoffs and employee “bumps” after officials revealed the district’s projected deficit has exploded to $88 million next year — a staggering 49% jump since February.

Now, nearly 200 classified employees are expected to receive final notices involving layoffs, displacement or reduced positions.

Fresno Unified School District.…