District faces falling overall enrollment while special programs drive space needs
Dr. Russell presented 10‑year enrollment declines (from ~5,600 to ~4,500) and said growth in program classes—autistic support, emotional support—and service providers make facility planning urgent; the board agreed to a small working group to explore options.
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Dr. Russell told the Education Committee that district October enrollment has fallen over the past decade from roughly 5,600 to about 4,500 — a loss of more than 1,000 students — but administrators still project space needs because of program‑class growth and service‑provider demands.
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