The Orange County School District announced plans to close seven campuses in the Orlando area due to a significant drop in student enrollment. The closures, set to take effect at the end of the current academic year, are part of a broader effort to consolidate resources and address budget pressures caused by declining attendance.
District officials explained that enrollment has fallen by more than 10,000 students over the past few years, largely due to demographic shifts, population migration, and the growing popularity of charter and virtual schools. The affected campuses include several elementary schools with fewer than 400 students enrolled.
Superintendent Maria Vazquez stated that the decision was not taken lightly, emphasizing that the district will work to relocate students and staff to nearby schools while maintaining educational continuity. She added that the closures will allow the district to redirect funds toward improving academic programs and infrastructure at remaining schools.
Parents and community members expressed mixed reactions—some supporting the move as a necessary financial adjustment, while others voiced concern about longer commutes and overcrowding at receiving schools.
The district will hold public meetings in June to discuss transition plans and provide updates on transportation and staffing.
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