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OPB's First Look: Closing Portland schools?
Short explainer on the three rightsizing scenarios (close 14, close 11, or no closures) and the district's argument that fewer buildings would give a more consistent level of service. Most changes would start in fall 2027.
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- Date
- October 6, 2026
- Type
- article
- Government
- PPS
- Topic
- Rightsizing
- Published by
- OPB
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