Broward School Board supports closing seven of nine proposed schools

Broward School Board discusses possible closure of 7 schools due to budget cuts and lack of enrollment - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports

The Broward School Board discussed the potential closure of seven schools in the district due to enrollment declines and budget cuts during a meeting on Monday. The discussion took place as officials cited declining student enrollment and a cash crunch as reasons for the closures. “We have to take drastic measures to make sure our fund balance remains in a good state and we can continue to provide the same level of service to our students and fa…

Broward School Board supports closing seven of nine proposed schools

Seven Broward schools will likely be on the chopping block next school year, as the district faces a dire budget year that officials say is only getting worse. Superintendent Howard Hepburn told the School Board on Tuesday that the district is facing a $94.7 million shortfall, about $33 million more than earlier this year, as district enrollment continues to plummet. He said the district is implementing a hiring freeze and eliminating most trave…