If more state aid is not provided by Feb. 22 to offset a $19 million deficit, the district will run out of money, school ...

School officials said the loan means the district won't go broke this month. But it isn't enough to solve the district's ...

The crisis dates back to 2014 when the Lakewood School District borrowed $220 million to cover mounting costs. A staggering $173 million of that debt remains unpaid, and with the district running ...

"The Lakewood School District remains steadfast in its commitment to the safety, security, and well-being of all our students and staff." Yet, schools are hamstrung in how much they can protect ...

Lakewood, New Jersey faces a severe education budget crisis, with $173 million of a $220 million debt unpaid. If aid isn’t ...

"The Lakewood School District remains steadfast in its commitment to the safety, security, and well-being of all our students and staff." Yet, schools are hamstrung in how much they can protect ...