Harlem School District halts restructuring plan amid public outcry
The Harlem School District on Wednesday announced it would be pausing a restructuring plan that would see the closure of two elementary schools to address a budget deficit.
The Harlem School District is weighing a major restructuring plan that could include closing two elementary schools to address declining enrollment and a budget deficit exceeding $3 million.
The Harlem School District is moving forward with consolidation plans, having decided to close Olson Park and Maple Elementary Schools as part of the restructuring process.
Harlem School District hosted a public hearing regarding a plan that calls for the closing of Olson Park and Maple Elementary Schools. District officials say the closing of the two schools will help eliminate a $3.1 million dollar budget deficit.