Overview
- District leaders say the consolidation plan responds to steep enrollment declines, underused and aging buildings, and long-term budget pressures.
- Superintendent Mike Miles declined a request to appear before Houston City Council ahead of the vote, as councilmembers and state representatives questioned transparency and compliance with Policy CT2.
- If approved, campuses would close at the end of this school year, with students reassigned to designated receiving schools, including several co-locations such as Fleming and McReynolds at Mickey Leland YMCPA and Cage at Lantrip.
- HISD says certified and contracted teachers in good standing will be notified of placements by April 17, with additional staffing assignments continuing on a rolling basis.
- Families can opt for reassigned campuses, apply through an extended school choice window, or consider the new Virtual LaunchPad online option for grades 9–10, with more transition details on transportation and programs expected in coming weeks.