Corpus Christi Independent School District is considering closing seven schools to help address a $27 million budget deficit caused by declining enrollment.
The district announced the potential closures Thursday afternoon, citing a loss of 4,000 to 5,000 students since 2020 and the condition of some school facilities.
CCISD considers closing 7 schools to address $27 million budget deficit
“We’re sad. We’re sad, my kids are sad,” said Raylene Cisneros, a grandmother of students at Sanders Elementary, one of the schools being considered for closure.
The deficit has increased by $5 million from last year due to continued enrollment losses. Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez said the district would save nearly $11 million if all seven campuses were closed.
“I want my girls where they’re comfortable with. And they’re comfortable with the staff here and everything so its a devastating blow that they’re going to have to move,” Cisneros said…