The closures would address the district's $100 million budget crisis.
Seattle Public Schools is weighing two proposals that could result in the closure of up to 21 schools as the district seeks to address a $100 million budget shortfall.The proposed options, labeled Option A and Option B, were introduced Wednesday as part of SPS's effort to stabilize and improve its school system through significant budget reductions.Keep reading to learn more about the two options and the school closures associated with each.
Southeast Schools that Remain Open: Beacon Hill, Maple, Dearborn Park, Rising Star, Hawthorne, MLK Jr., Wing Luke, South Shore PreK-8 , Emerson and Dunlap.Southwest Schools that Remain Open: Alki, Genesee Hill, Fairmount Park, Lafayette, Pathfinder K-8 , Gatewood, West Seattle Elementary, Roxhill, Highland Park, Concord and Arbor Heights.Both options are drafts under consideration, and the district is actively seeking community input on the proposals.
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