Possible school closures looming as JCPS grapples with $188 million deficit

LOUISVILLE. Ky. (WDRB) — Kentucky’s largest school district is considering downsizing as it struggles with a budget deficit that could lead to the closure of some schools.

Jefferson County Public Schools spokesperson Carolyn Callahan confirmed in an email that its “operations team has put together a draft list. If closures or consolidations are proven necessary and appropriate, we will share that recommendation with the public before presenting it to the school board.”

Board member Taylor Everett, who represents District 7, said closing some schools has already been discussed in a video interview with WDRB News on Nov. 12…

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