Fir Grove’s Future Expected to Draw Comments at Roseburg School Board Meeting
The Roseburg School Board meets at Fir Grove Elementary Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. Staff expect to extend public comments about the proposed school closure, though no action on Fir Grove’s future is on the agenda.
Families and community members will have an opportunity Wednesday evening to address the Roseburg School Board about a recommendation to close Fir Grove Elementary after the current school year.
The board meets Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. in Fir Grove’s gymnasium/cafeteria. District Communications Coordinator Chelsea Duncan said staff expect to extend the public comment period to give people additional time to share their views about the school.
No action on Fir Grove’s future is listed on Wednesday’s agenda, according to Duncan.
Superintendent Jared Cordon proposed the closure two weeks ago as the district considers consolidating its facilities in response to declining enrollment. Fir Grove has served students for 66 years.
The school was already scheduled to host this meeting before Cordon made his recommendation.
Alongside public comments, the evening will feature recognition of Fir Grove employees Lisa Jarrett, the school’s office manager, and Amy Larman, a kindergarten teacher. Both will receive Crystal Apple Awards as part of the board’s student and staff recognition.
Principal Katrina Hanson will provide a school report, and student leaders from Roseburg High School will update the board. Other business includes district reports and consideration of a resolution recognizing American Education Week in November.
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