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School board approves boundary changes tied to two elementary consolidations; public raises ACE process concerns
Summary
The board approved attendance boundary adjustments related to planned consolidations of Hidden Oaks and Hyde Grove elementary schools, moves supporters say will improve building utilization; parents and commenters urged the district to revise its ACE engagement process.
The Duval County School Board on Aug. 5 approved attendance boundary changes for multiple elementary schools to implement planned consolidations beginning in the 2026-27 school year. The motion, moved by Vice Chair Carney and seconded by Board Member Balduke, passed 6-1.
Superintendent Chris Bernier told the board the changes stem from previously approved consolidations: Hidden Oaks into Cedar Hills and Highgrove into Hyde Park. He said the boundary adjustments aim to rebalance enrollments and reduce the…
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