Coleman Middle School closure sparks parent petition, calls for board removal

Greenville city council hears concerns about closing local school: ‘It’s going to be chaotic’

Greenville school board and school district officials prepare to tour Armstrong Elementary School to ascertain if it is a viable option for relocating students from Coleman Middle School that has been closed for renovations, Friday, June 26, 2026, in Greenville.

Coleman Middle School closure sparks parent petition, calls for board removal

GREENVILLE, Miss. (WLBT) – The Greenville School Board has voted to temporarily close Coleman Middle School due to mold and other safety concerns, including problems with the school’s roof. The decision has drawn opposition from some parents, who have created a petition calling for an investigation into potential misconduct and the removal of three school board members. Greenville Mayor Errick Simmons said he is working with the school district …

Greenville Mayor Calls for Cooperation Following Temporary Closure of Coleman Middle School

GREENVILLE, Miss. - Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons is urging community leaders to work together to ensure students return to a safe learning environment following the temporary closure of Coleman Middle School. In a statement released Tuesday, Simmons said the health, safety and education of students should remain the community's top priority while acknowledging the uncertainty the closure has created for students, families, teachers and sta…