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Trustees discuss renaming Abraham Lincoln Fine Arts Academy; no name change voted

3338664 · May 15, 2025
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Trustees discussed whether to revert Abraham Lincoln Fine Arts Academy to Abraham Lincoln Middle School and the potential of designating the historic building as a museum or landmark, but deferred any formal name change while planning proceeds.

The Port Arthur ISD Board of Trustees discussed but did not vote to rename Abraham Lincoln Fine Arts Academy, a topic brought forward after the district's successful bond election.

Trustee Gilwood introduced the item, asking the board to consider returning the campus name to Abraham Lincoln Middle School as part of conversations about the facility's long-term use. "We should…

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