Enrollment Trends and Options

Lead: Katy Bimpson

Deadline: February 15

Charge: Prepare a series of options for consideration by the Board of Education. Everything is up for consideration and thoughtful debate.

Committee Composition:

Amanda Boyce
Amy Love
Annora Lee
Palo Alto City - Chantal Gaines
CSEA designated rep - Kathy Joki
Jose Sanchez
Judy Argumedo
Marcela Simoes de Carvalho
Mary Bussmann
Members of the Board of Education - Jesse Ladomirak, Todd Collins
PAEA designated reps - Jessica Clancey, Kristen Lee
Parents
PTAC - Shweta Choudhry
Teachers

Considerations: Declining enrollment is an issue that requires our attention. We will either creatively address things like combination classes or embrace their reality. School closures are a last resort, but are on the table without a sustainable plan.