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Bibb County Schools Face Closure Debate | Macon News
Bibb County School District faces a $17 million budget shortfall by 2027, prompting tough choices: closing Sonny Carter and Hartley Elementary, just Sonny Carter, or VIP Academy. The goal? Consolidate students into larger schools to cut costs without increasing class sizes. But parents and teachers are rallying against the cuts—especially Sonny Carter, a beloved, high-performing school for 30 years. Critics question the district’s spending and leadership pay, urging alternatives. While the consulting firm argues aging buildings and transportation logistics justify closures, board members were…
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