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Voters Shift School Closure Power | Burlington News
Voters in the Washington Central Unified Union School District just passed a historic vote to overhaul how small schools are closed—now all five towns must agree, not just the town where the school is located. With over 1,700 votes in favor, the change overturns a 2019 merger agreement and aims to tackle struggling enrollments more efficiently. While parents see it as progress, nearly 45% voted against it, citing concerns over long bus rides and local school loss. The district now faces tough decisions ahead on enrollment and configurations, with opponents already mobilizing for continued…
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