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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 13, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade County Public Schools closes and consolidates nine schools for the new academic year

Miami-Dade County public school students returned to class on Thursday following the closure or consolidation of nine district schools. These changes were implemented by the school district in response to declining student enrollment numbers.

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Why It Matters

Students and families previously served by the nine affected schools must now attend different campuses, impacting commute times and school community assignments for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Key Facts

  • Nine public schools in Miami-Dade County were closed or consolidated.
  • The closures were driven by declining student enrollment.
  • The new school year officially began on Thursday.

Who's Mentioned

other121“Number of schools providing free breakfast and lunch to all students.”otherHurricane Andrew“Historical event used for comparison of enrollment drops.”other22,000“Number of immigrant students three years ago.”other12,000“Number of students lost by the district in one year.”personJosé Dotres“Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.”locationMiami-Dade County“The jurisdiction where the school closures and consolidations occurred.”organizationMiami-Dade County Public Schools“The school district managing the changes.”other3,200“Current number of immigrant students.”locationMiami Springs Preparatory Academy“School serving a larger population following the closure of Miami Springs Middle”