Aldine ISD Considers Teague Middle School Closure: Community Meeting Details

Potential School Closure at Teague Middle School

• 📌 Aldine ISD is considering the closure of Teague Middle School, following a pattern of school consolidations.
• 💬 A community meeting is scheduled for today at Teague Middle School from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for parents to learn more and ask questions.
• 👨‍🏫 District leaders, including Superintendent Dr. Lutonia Goffnne, will be present to discuss the potential closure.

District's Rationale for Closures

• 📊 Last year, Aldine ISD closed six schools (two early education, four elementary) which the district stated saved $25 million.
• 📈 Criteria for considering school closures include the number of vacant seats, financial data, and student enrollment declines.
• 📉 Teague Middle School has experienced a significant enrollment drop of 60% over the last 5 years.

Future Plans and Resource Optimization

• 🗺️ The map shown indicates Teague Middle School is located near the north end of Aldine ISD.
• 💡 The district has an optimization plan aimed at using resources more efficiently, with further details available on KOU 11 Plus at 7:30 a.m.