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Staff recommends closing three zone‑transfer windows as Forest Elementary nears capacity
Summary
Staff told the board that Forest Elementary is projected at about 96% capacity next year and recommended closing zone transfers at Forest Elementary, New London Academy and Otter River to avoid overcrowding; board gave staff consensus to implement closures while allowing case‑by‑case exceptions.
District staff recommended the Bedford County School Board close zone‑transfer openings at three elementary schools next year to manage staffing and capacity issues.
At the Jan. 8 meeting, the superintendent and facilities staff presented enrollment projections and a five‑year watch list…
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