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Split Fort Bend ISD board votes to close 7 elementary schools despite outcry from parents
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· March 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The board voted to close a number of elementary schools, with the total being 7.
A decision has been made by the Fort Bend ISD board regarding the closure of schools. The board voted to close a number of elementary schools, with the total being 7. This decision was made despite opposition from parents, who expressed their concerns.
Further details about the decision and its implications are available from Houston Public Media. For those seeking more information about the school closures, including the specific schools affected, Houston Public Media has more details on the story.
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Category: government Published: March 10, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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