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Alief ISD weighs virtual school options as enrollment falls, eyes staffing and budget shifts
Summary
Alief ISD trustees heard district staff outline plans to stabilize budgets and staffing amid declining enrollment while exploring virtual-school models; staff warned outsourcing virtual programs could divert most ADA funding away from the district.
Alief ISD officials told the board on Feb. 7 they are exploring virtual-school models and budget strategies to respond to declining enrollment and shifting family demand. Presenter (staff) said the district is negotiating vendor agreements, redirecting funds and pursuing efficiencies to stabilize staffing and sustain innovation.
The district reported about 55% of survey respondents expressed interest in a virtual school option, while 45% were not interested. Presenter said district planners are considering both hybrid models (partial on-campus time) and fully virtual schools, and that either…
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