In a recent government meeting, significant changes to school district boundaries were discussed, impacting several schools and their respective districts. The administrative center, Pre-K, and Santa Teresa Middle School will transition from District Two to District One, while Gadsden Middle School will move from District Two to District Three. This adjustment reduces the number of split precincts from seven to two, streamlining the district's organization.

The meeting also introduced Concept C, which proposes a different configuration for the Chaparral area. Under this plan, all schools in Chaparral—including Chaparral Middle School, Desert Trail Elementary, and Chaparral High School—would be consolidated into District Four. This change aims to cluster schools more effectively, although it raises concerns about representation and the importance of community interests over physical school locations.

Board members emphasized the need to focus on the student populations represented by the districts rather than the school buildings themselves. The discussions highlighted the complexities of redistricting, particularly regarding how changes might affect community representation and the understanding of district boundaries among residents.

As the board continues to refine these plans, they expressed a commitment to involving the community in the decision-making process, ensuring that residents have the opportunity to voice their concerns and understand the implications of the proposed changes.