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Feb. 15, 2023 - Consolidating schools is an equity issue
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Bellevue parents say consolidating schools is an equity issue.
Citing shrinking enrollment, the school district may close some elementaries — raising questions about who will bear the brunt of potential cuts.
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Feb. 15, 2023 - Consolidating schools is an equity issue
2/15/2023 | 1m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Citing shrinking enrollment, the school district may close some elementaries — raising questions about who will bear the brunt of potential cuts.
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Citing shrinking enrollment, Bellevue School District may close some elementaries raising questions about who will bear the brunt of potential cuts.
Sherwood Forest is one of several schools that may be consolidated as the district deals with declining enrollment.
Hundreds of families turned out to open houses throughout Bellevue last month as parents ask questions about the district's plans to close three elementary schools.
Some parents are saying that consolidating schools is an equity issue.
Bellevue is not alone in facing declining enrollment or potential cuts and closures.
Other districts, including Seattle and Olympia, have started public discussions including possible staff cuts in Olympia and future school consolidations in Seattle due to budget deficits.
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