When Hamilton Southeastern Schools went with all-virtual classes last spring, the district said employees would remain on the payroll for as long as possible, even those not working. After Sept. 18, HSE district food service workers in grades 5-12 will be on unpaid furlough.
HSE Schools spokesperson Emily Abbotts tells LarryInFishers that the school corporation can no longer afford to pay these employees. Abbotts clarified that these food service workers will be working through Sept. 4.
“Many have been working, preparing meals for the virtual students,” Abbotts said.
It is presumed the food service employees would be recalled when students return to their classrooms.
NOTE: An earlier version of this story incorrectly gave the impression these food service workers had not been on the job, but is now clarified to show they have been working and that will end after Sept. 4 and they will be paid through Sept. 18.