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Elkhart schools outline Phase 3 consolidation moves, recommend early-learning and special-education relocations

Elkhart Community Schools Board of Trustees · March 25, 2026
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Superintendent Dr. Hough and cabinet members presented Phase 3 of the districtconsolidation plan: recommended moves include relocating Hawthorne Early Learning to Roosevelt STEAM Academy, adjusting intense special-education program locations to preserve peer groups, centralizing nontraditional K 12 programs at Woodland, and siting a new virtual school and adult education in identified facilities.

Elkhart Community Schools administrators presented Phase 3 of the district consolidation plan on March 24, detailing program relocations, staffing timelines and parent/staff engagement steps as the district prepares for the 2026-27 school year.

Superintendent Dr. Hough said the consolidation effort has moved quickly but has focused on preserving program stability and student supports. "Phase 3 is a lot that has to do with the staffing and about the people," he told the board, describing work with principals and…

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