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School closures are escalating across Texas. ‘It’s not a local failure.’
By Josephine Lee, The Texas Observer at San Antonio Current
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
This article was originally published by the Texas Observer, a nonprofit investigative news outlet and magazine. Sign up for their weekly newsletter , or follow them on Facebook, X, and Bluesky. At least 135 public schools have closed or have been approved to close all across Texas since late 2023...
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Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The escalating school closures across Texas have significant implications for Alamo Heights , where local residents rely on a strong public education system. With at least 135 schools closed or approved for closure since late 2023, the ripple effects of state funding shortfalls are being felt in communities like ours. As school districts in the San Antonio area grapple with budget crises, Alamo Heights residents should be aware of the potential consequences for their own schools, including possible consolidations or reductions in educational programs. The fact that these closures are not isolated incidents, but rather a statewide trend, suggests that the issue is not a local failure, but rather a symptom of broader funding challenges that require a statewide solution. As the situation continues to unfold, Alamo Heights residents should pay close attention to how local school districts are addressing these challenges and what measures are being taken to mitigate the impact on their community.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? This article was originally published by the Texas Observer, a nonprofit investigative news outlet and magazine. Sign up for their weekly newsletter, or follow them on Facebook, X, and Bluesky. At least 135 public schools have closed or have been approved to close all across Texas since late 2023...
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