The Boulder Valley School District held a regular meeting on September 9, 2025, where significant discussions centered on proposed boundary changes for local elementary and middle schools. The primary focus was on reassigning a small area from Creekside Elementary to Whittier Elementary, with the aim of strengthening neighborhood connections and simplifying school feeder patterns.

The proposed boundary change would take effect in the 2026-2027 school year and involves providing busing for students in a hazardous area that requires crossing Arapahoe Avenue. Currently, there are six elementary students living in the affected area, with two attending Creekside. The change is intended to consolidate students from the same neighborhood, allowing them to transition together through their schooling.

In addition to the Creekside to Whittier reassignment, staff proposed adjustments to the Casey and Manhattan middle school attendance boundaries. This would ensure that all Whittier students feed into Casey Middle School, while reducing the number of middle schools Creekside students are assigned to from three to two. The goal is to create a more predictable and cohesive educational experience for families.

During the meeting, board members expressed support for the changes, highlighting the importance of reducing stress for families during school transitions. They acknowledged that many families prefer to keep their children with peers from their neighborhood, rather than navigating multiple school options.

Another significant topic discussed was the proposed change for the Bear Creek and Creekside dual attendance area. This change would assign the area solely to Bear Creek, eliminating the dual enrollment option. While some families raised concerns about the potential disruption and the uphill walk to Bear Creek, district staff maintained that the changes would ultimately strengthen neighborhood ties.

The board presented two options for consideration regarding the Bear Creek boundary change: moving forward with the proposed changes while allowing current fourth graders and their siblings to remain at Creekside, or implementing the changes with adjustments to allow all currently enrolled students to finish their education at Creekside.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to consider the impact of these changes on families and to ensure that the district's long-term planning aligns with community needs. The board will continue to evaluate the proposed boundary adjustments in future meetings.