With the conversation around closure and consolidation of Poudre School District schools continuing, the district will host two community engagement sessions this month to break down the data behind its comprehensive planning efforts and why the district is having these conversations now.
The two sessions, titled “Comprehensive Planning by the Numbers,” will provide a breakdown of relevant data to help inform the community about the challenges and opportunities facing the district.
The presentation will include enrollment and funding information, information about community involvement in the process to this point and how it has informed the steps the district has taken, and more.
Community members will also have the opportunity to ask questions directly to district leadership and the Board of Education about the process and the data behind it.
Important: The recommendation of the district’s comprehensive planning committee regarding schools that may close or consolidate in the future will not be shared at these engagement sessions.
“This process is not only one that is deeply complex and difficult for our community to experience, precisely because of the impact it will have on our students, families, and staff. My commitment remains to making sure our community is well informed about why these conversations are happening now — not just the decision itself, but the data and process behind it,” said Superintendent Brian Kingsley.
“These sessions are an opportunity for us to interact directly with our community to further explain the process, as well as answer questions. No one wants to be in this position, but with appreciation for how much trust our community places in us, it is imperative we do everything in our power to do this right.”
Community Engagement Sessions
The first engagement night will be held at Fort Collins High School, 3400 Lambkin Way, on Monday, September 14. The second will be held at Rocky Mountain High School, 1300 W. Swallow Road, on Tuesday, September 15.
Both sessions will run from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. and are open to all members of the Poudre School District community.
Source: Poudre School District