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Board weighs cautious pilot to expand interdistrict transfers as enrollment and budget tool
Summary
Trustees discussed expanding interdistrict transfer options on a limited pilot basis to increase enrollment and revenue; the board emphasized careful limits, eligibility criteria and fiscal analysis before moving forward.
Trustees reviewed a budget-subcommittee recommendation to explore limited interdistrict transfers and discussed potential benefits and costs. Supporters said selective transfers could boost enrollment in underutilized seats and improve per‑classroom efficiency; others warned about transportation costs, community disruption and the importance of prioritizing neighborhood students.
Chair noted the committee "wants to expand and give more options and opportunities for families that do not live within Richardson ISD to come to our schools," and multiple trustees proposed pilot limits (for example, capped numbers per school or phase‑in by level). The board directed staff to continue developing criteria, fiscal analysis and a phased pilot proposal for future consideration.
