NEISD Parent Reacts to District’s Consolidation Plans Affecting 3 Schools

NEISD parent reacts to district’s consolidation plans affecting 3 schools

In February, the North East Independent School District announced three of its campuses would be consolidated. The district’s board of trustees voted on the decision 7-0, with the district citing declining enrollment and increased expenses due to inflation.The affected schools were Wilshire Elementary, Clear Spring Elementary, and Driscoll Middle School.Now, before summer, some parents are reacting to the news of school closures. Maura Rodriguez…

'Our children matter': Community grieves as Black Oak Elementary closes

“Our children matter.” Parents of Black Oak Elementary students voiced concern after the Obion County school board voted 6 to 1 to close the school at the end of the school year. It's the first step in the district's reorganization…