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Coverage dated October 6, 2026 to October 7, 2026

'It doesn't make sense': PPS parents react to school closure proposals

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After Portland Public Schools released potential plans to shutter over a dozen schools, PPS Parents sound off, saying the closure lists don't make sense.

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  1. KOIN

    'It doesn't make sense': PPS parents react to school closure proposals (opens KOIN)

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    After Portland Public Schools released potential plans to shutter over a dozen schools, PPS Parents sound off, saying the closure lists don't make sense.

  2. KOIN

    'Want to do everything we can': PPS defends reasoning for proposed closures (opens KOIN)

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    Portland Public Schools is considering school closures and other changes as the district works to address declining enrollment and a projected $65 million budget deficit.

  3. KOIN

    'We can't let this happen': Parents push back against proposed school closures at PPS meeting (opens KOIN)

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    PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- It was a big night for many Portland Public School families, as the district officially outlined why they have certain schools on the potential chopping block during a packed public comment hearing on Tuesday.

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