Each time Pittsburgh Public Schools discusses the possibility of closure, parents of Woolslair students mobilise to oppose the closure of their beloved historic school. The recent announcement of a “draft facilities plan” by PPS has prompted Woolslair parents to organise and voice their concerns, including through appearances at school board meetings. Although the district’s strategic plan includes optimising resources for equitable student experiences, which may involve closing schools, Woolslair’s community remains fiercely committed to preserving their school. While there are financial reasons for closing schools, the prospect of closures has sparked preemptive opposition from supporters of neighbourhood schools like Woolslair and Fulton K-5.
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