Robbinsdale School District considers mergers, closures to address $21M budget shortfall

Robbinsdale considers closing high school to save money

The school district is in a financial crisis, especially after a $20 million budgeting error. One recommendation is to consolidate Cooper and Armstrong high schools.

Robbinsdale School District considers mergers, closures to address $21M budget shortfall

The Robbinsdale School Board met Tuesday night to address possible solutions for a $21 million budget shortfall, including closing schools and potentially building a new high school.

Robbinsdale District Committee Recommends Closures, One High School Only

Citing declines in enrollment, a committee envisioning the future of the Robbinsdale Area School District sees closures on the horizon.