Cumberland County school officials have approved a series of school consolidation recommendations that could close nine schools and shift others away from year-round calendars, sparking frustration and concern among families across the district.
The proposal, which district leaders say is driven by aging infrastructure and multimillion-dollar repair needs, could save more than $30 million and create improved learning spaces. But for many parents and students, the potential changes feel unsettling.
News of the possible closures and mergers has ignited backlash in the community. A “Keep year-round schools in Cumberland County” petition has drawn more than 400 signatures as parents push back against the plan…