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Parents and residents voice concerns about enrollment, equity and proposed community campus at Nelson County DFP public forum
Summary
At a Nelson County Local Planning Committee public forum, community members expressed appreciation for staff work but raised concerns about declining enrollment, the proposed community campus model and equity in program access; commenters cited survey results emphasizing academics as a top priority.
Community members who spoke during the Local Planning Committee's public forum thanked committee members for their work but raised sharp concerns about enrollment trends, possible school closures and whether proposed organizational models reflect the community's priorities.
Amy Durbin, who identified herself as a parent, grandparent and employee of Nelson County Schools, opened public comment by thanking LPC members and staff: "As a mom, grandmother, employee of the Nelson County Schools, and a lifelong community member, I want to begin by sincerely thanking each of you for your time, energy, and dedication throughout this important process," she said.
Other speakers were more critical. Bill Osborne questioned the plan's…
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