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U‑46 begins planning for boundary realignment and moving sixth grade to middle schools
Summary
District officials told the board they have finalized feeder patterns and are preparing outreach, assignment letters and transition plans for a districtwide boundary realignment and moving sixth grade into middle schools in 2026–27.
School District U‑46 administrators presented an update Monday on two major transitions planned for the 2026–27 school year: a boundary realignment affecting many students and families, and the movement of sixth graders from elementary schools to middle schools.
Deputy Superintendent of Instruction Lola Mysdorovich told the board the district has “finalized feeder patterns and program locations” and confirmed middle‑school space planning for incoming sixth‑grade cohorts. The presentation said the district’s focus this fall will be outreach, engagement and readiness, with community forums and school‑assignment letters to be sent to families later in the fall.
Why it matters: Changing boundaries and shifting a grade level affect where students attend, how schools balance enrollment, staffing needs, transportation and students’ access to programs. Administrators framed the work as an equity and access exercise intended to balance enrollment and support “community cohesion.”
What administrators said: Mysdorovich said the district has coordinated with multiple stakeholder groups, finalized course selections and middle school transition plans and will start staffing work and more detailed planning this year. She said the residency‑exception process is expected to open in early to mid‑November and that families will receive assignment letters this fall so they “know where they’re assigned to for next school year.”
District scope and timeline: The presentation described outreach tools including community forums, highlight videos and events; monthly board updates on staffing, school events, programs and facilities were promised. Administrators said current planning began in prior years and that the work will include course‑selection mapping for both incoming sixth graders and current fifth graders.
What was not decided: The board received the informational update; no boundary maps, final assignment lists or policy votes were approved Monday. Administrators said further details will be shared as planning continues and that the board will receive monthly updates.
Ending: District officials told the board they will “work to ensure a smooth transition for everyone” and asked for the board’s continued feedback as they implement outreach and staffing plans through the next two school years.
