Frequently Asked Questions

Information about district initiatives, planning efforts, and strategic goals is available on the Pinellas County Schools website: www.pcsb.org/progress.  All documents presented to the School Board at the January 20, 2026, Workshop can also be found on Board Docs.   

At the School Board Workshop on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the district made recommendations that impact the school communities noted below.   

Pinellas County Schools is reviewing school utilization and long-term enrollment trends as part of its broader district planning efforts. Countywide population decline has resulted in fewer students attending several schools, creating underutilized campuses and inefficiencies in resource allocation. The recommendation to close the school is based on these enrollment patterns and the district’s responsibility to ensure sustainable, high-quality learning environments. 

The Pinellas County School Board will review and discuss the recommendations at a School Board Workshop on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. A final vote is scheduled for the School Board Meeting on February 24, 2026. 

Yes. The district is committed to transparent communication and community involvement. All schools impacted by the recommendations will host school-based meetings. If a school is recommended for closure, two school-based community meetings will be held between January 21-February 6, 2026. Dates, times, and locations were shared directly with families and staff. Below is a list of meeting dates: 

No. These recommendations will not result in school-based staff members losing their jobs as a result of the recommendations. All employees will be offered placements within the district, and staffing decisions will prioritize continuity and stability for students and families. 

If the School Board approves a recommendation for closure, students will be reassigned to nearby schools/programs that have available capacity. The district will provide the resources, staffing, and support to ensure: 

• Continuity of academic programs 

• Support for families and staff during the transition 

The district will evaluate several next steps for repurposing the building, which may include: 

• Repurposing it for partnership programs  

• Working with municipalities for potential joint use or greenspace 

• Considering property sale if repurposing is not feasible 

Any potential sale or repurposing will follow district policy and state requirements. 

Updates will be shared through: 

• School and district websites 

• Email and phone notifications to families and staff 

• Community meetings 

All community members can also follow district planning updates on the Pinellas County Schools website: www.pcsb.org/progress.   

Families should contact their principal/school. Families with children attending schools directly impacted by a recommendation are encouraged to attend the scheduled community meetings where school-specific impacts will be shared and questions answered. 

All inquiries about land/property sales, should be sent to the district real estate office. More information can be found on the district real estate webpage. 

If the School Board approves of the recommendation to open a new Employee Childcare location at McMullen Booth on February 24, information will be sent to all district employees about the registration process. 

Direct feedback to the Board or Superintendent can be given at public Board Meetings through public comment on January 27, February 10 and February 27. To learn more about School Board meetings and opportunities to speak, please visit the School Board website. The public can also email the School Board (board@pcsb.org) and Superintendent (super@pcsb.org).  

These are the only recommendations that will impact the 2026-27 school year.  Additionally, more comprehensive recommendations will be made to the School Board in Fall 2026.  Recommendations made in Fall 2026 will not go into effect until the 2027-28 school year.