COLUMBUS, Ohio-Columbus City Schools officials are contemplating the closure or consolidation of over a dozen schools, sparking concerns among parents and the community about the impact on their children. Superintendent Angela Chapman highlights the urgent need for improvement in school facilities, emphasizing that resources should prioritize academic instruction over building maintenance.
The Superintendent’s Community Facilities Task Force has presented preliminary recommendations, with final ones due on June 18. Chapman reassures parents that decisions will consider the best interests of students, urging trust in the process despite understandable worries. She emphasizes the need for a clear rationale behind any potential closures or consolidations.
