Minneapolis has 700 students waiting to be placed — even as district debates closing schools
Minneapolis Public Schools faces a backlog of 700 students waiting to enroll while simultaneously debating school closures. Parents and advocates fear the delay will discourage families during a period of declining enrollment.
Some parents, teachers and advocates worry the backlog will turn families away at a time when the district is battling long-term enrollment declines.
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