The East Orange school district had another half day Friday​, as it deals with a $25 million deficit and massive layoffs.

"Due to unforeseen circumstances, all Schools will be on a half day schedule, today, October 17th. We apologize for the late notice," the message to the school community sent on behalf of Superintendent,

Students in East Orange will have a second straight half day of school on Friday after the district announced dozens of teaching and coaching positions are being eliminated. The board of education announced the cut at an emotional board meeting on Tuesday night as it tries to figure out how to deal with a $25 million budget shortfall.