Category: School Closures

Hawaii Could See Nation’s Highest Drop In High School Graduates – The 74

Hawaii Could See Nation’s Highest Drop In High School Graduates – The 74

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January 30, 2026

 When districts face the tough job of closing schools, Manny Barbara is the go-to guy

When districts face the tough job of closing schools, Manny Barbara is the go-to guy

Manny Barbara, right, and new Alum Rock Superintendent. German Cerda discuss plans to transition the district to fewer schools. Credit: […]

April 7, 2025

 Don’t want to close underenrolled schools? Here’s how to make the math work

Don’t want to close underenrolled schools? Here’s how to make the math work

Protesters rally against school closures outside the Oakland Unified School District office in September 2019. Andrew Reed/EdSource This commentary was […]

December 30, 2024

 Closing schools: How much money does it save, and is it worth it?

Closing schools: How much money does it save, and is it worth it?

Protesters rally against school closures outside the Oakland Unified School District office in September 2019. Andrew Reed/EdSource It makes intuitive […]

March 4, 2024