BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A member of the Bedford County Board of Supervisors is calling for a delay in the planned closure of Stewartsville Elementary School, arguing that more time is needed to ensure a smooth transition for students and families.
Supervisor Edgar Tuck said he wants officials to consider postponing the closure by one year, following the March 12 approval of the decision to shut down the school.
Tuck said the current timeline does not allow adequate preparation before the next school year begins in August. School ends in May, leaving a narrow window to address overcrowding and relocate students…