Denver Public Schools (DPS) is facing a decline in enrollment, prompting the need for potential school closures and consolidations. To address this issue, the district is hosting six public informational meetings to engage families in the process. Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero acknowledged that declining enrollment has been a challenge for over a decade due to factors like decreasing birth rates and rising housing costs. While specific schools for closure have not been announced, DPS plans to consider factors such as the impact on free and reduced lunch students, increased travel distances for families, and the potential for further segregation by race or economic status. The district anticipates serving 6,000 fewer students by the 2028-29 school year.
