Grapevine Colleyville ISD Votes to Close Dove and Bransford Elementary Schools Amid Budget Cuts

School Closures in Grapevine Colleyville ISD

• 🗳️ The Grapevine Colleyville ISD board voted five to two to close Dove Elementary School in Grapevine and Bransford Elementary School in Colleyville.
• 😥 The decision, made late at night after several hours of public comment, left many teachers, parents, and students emotional.

Reasons for Closure

• 📉 The district has experienced a significant decline in enrollment, losing approximately 1,500 students since 2019.
• 💸 This enrollment drop has resulted in a loss of $10 million in state funding.
• 💰 The board stated that closing these two schools is projected to save the district about $2.7 million annually.

Community Response and Future Actions

• 🗣️ Over 75 people commented during the meeting, including students who made emotional pleas to keep their schools open.
• 💪 Despite the vote, parents have expressed their determination to continue fighting to save their schools, exploring options to potentially reverse the decision in May.

Broader Trend in North Texas School Districts

• 🔄 The Grapevine Colleyville ISD situation reflects a larger trend in North Texas, where other districts are also facing similar challenges.
• 📊 Grand Prairie ISD is also considering a consolidation plan tonight due to declining enrollment and budget issues, including potential campus consolidations and attendance boundary adjustments.