Increased costs and a steady decline in enrollment have one of San Antonio’s premier school districts on the city’s Southside considering a drastic shakeup. Harlandale ISD Superintendent Gerardo Soto announced a school board vote to shutter some campuses in an effort to “enhance the long-term future” of the district, according to a news release issued Tuesday, March 7.
Financial difficulties, including this year’s $12 million budget deficit, coupled with declining enrollment, down more than 25% since 2015, have pushed the district to a point where they can no longer support all of their schools, the release states. Adding to the district’s woes, a decrease in yearly enrollment of 3,100 additional students is expected by 2031.
A vote on the proposal is scheduled for March 20, at Collier Elementary. Community members wishing to add their voice to the discussion can do so…
