Why is the district talking about closing schools while at the same time the district is celebrating building dedications for new schools that were just built?
As the largest school district in the state, Jeffco has over 150 schools with very different needs and challenges. Some schools are experiencing a decrease in enrollment, while other schools are located in growth areas of the district. The new buildings and additions are a result of the successful 2004 bond election when taxpayers approved a $323.8 million bond to renovate or rebuild older facilities.
Related Questions
- What is the cost difference between closing two schools and building a new school versus renovating the two schools?
- Why can’t the district fund these improvements over time with the money they already receive to operate the schools?
- Why is the district building a new school rather than putting additions on its existing schools?
