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Charlottesville schools present rezoning proposal, policy change to allow out‑of‑zone requests for rezoning
Summary
Staff presented the superintendent's January elementary rezoning recommendation and proposed an amendment to Policy JC to add 'rezoning' as an allowable reason for out‑of‑zone attendance requests; phased implementation tied to housing projections was emphasized.
Charlottesville City Schools staff on March 27 reviewed a proposed elementary rezoning plan and a recommended change to Policy JC to allow families to apply for an out‑of‑zone assignment based on rezoning and phasing needs.
Miss Powell reiterated why rezoning was initiated: projected housing growth that would push Summit Elementary’s capacity more than 40% over the next decade and the need to rebalance socioeconomic diversity across schools while minimizing disruptions. Staff emphasized phasing to avoid unnecessary moves and explained that transportation would not be guaranteed for early transfers but families could apply for exemptions.
The proposed policy amendment would add 'rezoning' as a reason families may request an out‑of‑zone placement, formalizing an online application process. Staff said most boundary shifts would not occur until 2027–2030 and emphasized annual monitoring of housing developments and enrollment projections so phases can be adjusted as needed.
Next steps: the presentation served as first reading; the board will consider action at the May 1 meeting and staff will continue monitoring housing and enrollment metrics and adjust phasing as needed.
