Pinellas County Schools Propose Closing Seven Schools and Merging Others Due to Declining Enrollment

Pinellas County Schools are planning to close six elementary schools and one 6-12 center, along with merging other campuses, in response to declining enrollment. The proposed plan aims to save $25 million annually and reduce nearly 5,000 unused student seats, driven by a significant decrease in birth rates within the county. The district also intends to convert some campuses into fundamental, magnet, or K-8 centers and expand early learning programs.