由于入学人数低, 预算缺口为430万美元, 美国安菲特联合会可能在2027年关闭多达5所学校.
Amphitheater Unified may close up to 5 schools by 2027 due to low enrollment and a $4.3M budget gap.
Tucson的Amphitheater统一学校区正在考虑在2026-2027学年关闭5所小学,原因是入学率下降,预算持续短缺430万美元。
The Amphitheater Unified School District in Tucson is considering closing up to five elementary schools by the 2026–2027 school year due to declining enrollment and a persistent $4.3 million budget shortfall.
官员指出,出生率下降、来自包租和私立学校的竞争加剧、费用上涨以及国家长期资金不足是关键因素。
Officials cite falling birth rates, increased competition from charter and private schools, rising costs, and long-term state underfunding as key factors.
该区为22所学校的大约11 000名学生提供服务,该区表示,为了维持学术方案和财政稳定,必须关闭学校。
The district, which serves about 11,000 students across 22 schools, says closures are necessary to maintain academic programs and financial stability.
预计将在12月前作出决定,通过咨询小组和在线渠道征求公众意见。
A decision is expected by December, with public input sought through advisory groups and online channels.