Between now and October, several action teams will be convened to apply the approved criteria and to plan for the impacts of possible future closure/consolidations across the district. This work includes evaluating building utilization, facility condition, enrollment projections, transportation access, walkability, program offerings, and continuity of services for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
The Comprehensive Planning Committee is scheduled to present its recommendation about school closure and consolidation to the Board of Education on October 20, 2026. The Board would then consider whether to approve that recommendation. No schools will be consolidated or closed during the 2026–27 school year. Any approved changes would take effect in the 2027–28 school year.
June 30 Update for CPC Action Teams
Action Team: Climate & Culture, Transition Supports for students/staff
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No update. First meeting is on July 15.
Action Team: School Choice, Registration, & Transition Supports for students/staff
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Action Team 2 internal planning meet was held on June 25, 2026.
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The team reviewed feedback documents and made a plan to present to a larger team.
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Planned out deliverables for the team's future meetings.
Action Team: Continuity of Services (CB programming, EC, Newcomer, Extra
Curriculars/Athletics:
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No update: First meeting is July 21st.
Action Team: Utilization Approaches for Buildings
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No update: First meeting is July 22nd.
Action Team: HR & Employee Processes
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HR department is beginning to develop one-pagers for each staff group (licensed, classified, admin/professional) that will outline what to expect during closure/consolidation in accordance with the Employee Agreement.
Action Team: Records, Finance, School Codes
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Action Team met on June 23, 2026.
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The team reviewed the feedback documents and discussed the feedback as part of our work moving forward.
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The team discussed proactive planning and considerations if/when asked for financial analysis of scenarios.
Action Team: Facility Needs equity assessment.
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Facilities have captured building characteristics in relation to equity metrics to help the equity assessment.
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Facilities has captured information about existing Early Childhood programs to understand any facility construction needs to support Early Childhood Program needs.
Action Team: Safety, Traffic, & Transportation
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The Action Team met with City of Fort Collins Traffic Engineering June 9 and 15 to identify key street crossings at all schools located within city boundaries.
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The team will await further scenario possibilities from the Comprehensive Planning Committee before examining specific site traffic and safety impacts.
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Working on evaluation criteria for school access, parking, bus zones, and proximity to city resources
Action Team: Communication & Events
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No update. First meeting will be in July