The proposed closure of West Roxbury Academy is a mistake. A big mistake because it is reactive and not part of a master plan. It is a big mistake with little savings, and a big mistake that will disrupt the school selection process citywide.
Why is this important?
Boston Public Schools Interim SuperIntendent proposed to closed West Roxbury Academy without due process and proper justification for closure. This negatively impacts students in many ways. Many of the students have already been displaced more than once.
Additionally, students were told that they would have free choice of any Boston Public School, yet are not being given options that are equal or better than their current schools.
The proposed savings is only $2.2 million in a $1 billion budget--the harm greatly outweighs the savings.
Lastly, this does not just impact the schools being closed, it will have a ripple effect of instability across the district and the city of Boston. Help us speak out about this injustice. At least present us with a plan of action, instead of taking actions without a plan or a Boston School Committee vote.
