Kansas City Schools Pause Future Plans & Debate Upcoming Shut Downs

Things are looking dire for students in the urban core.

As a local district struggles to keep with a massive drop in student population over the years . . . Here's a glimpse at the ongoing debate . . .

"Kansas City Public Schools is considering shuttering up to 10 schools as it faces dwindling enrollment and aging buildings. But families have pushed back against the plan, with some saying they won't keep their children in the district if their school closes."

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Kansas City schools are the 'heartbeat' of their neighborhoods. Families don't know if they'll close

Kansas City Public Schools is considering shuttering up to 10 schools as it faces dwindling enrollment and aging buildings. But families have pushed back against the plan, with some saying they won't keep their children in the district if their school closes.

KCPS board pauses Blueprint 2030, no vote tomorrow

Kansas City Public Schools is pausing the Blueprint 2030 discussion, which initially included closing three schools in Northeast Kansas City, until after the holidays. While the KCPS Board of Directors had planned to vote on the recommendations from MGT Consulting at the December 14 board meeting, a KCPS spokesperson said that is no longer the plan.

KCPS hosting community town halls in search for next superintendent

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - For weeks teachers and parents have had a chance to weigh on Blueprint 2030, Kansas City Public Schools vision for the future launched by former Superintendent Mark Bedell, who left over the summer. Parents and staff got a chance to voice opinions on the type of person who should lead the school district in carrying out that blueprint.

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