Like many school districts across Texas, UISD is experiencing declining student enrollment, rising operational costs, and a lack of increased state funding. When enrollment drops, resources such as teachers, programs, and support services must be spread across more campuses. Consolidation allows us to strengthen class sizes, protect academic programs, and ensure every school is well-staffed and well-resourced.

Consolidation and realignment can create:

• More access to academic programs and electives
• Stronger fine arts and athletic opportunities
• Improved student services and support staff
• Consistent class sizes and full teaching teams
• Increased campus resources and updated facilities

Our goal is to create stronger schools, not fewer opportunities.

This planning process is designed to prevent deeper cuts in the future. As enrollment declines, funding decreases. Acting now allows us to protect teachers, maintain programs, and avoid larger class sizes or program reductions later.

Our priority is to retain employees. Through retirements, transfers, and reassignments, staff are expected to remain employed within UISD. If campuses are consolidated, employees will receive support in transitioning to new campuses.

The Board of Trustees will review data and recommendations over the next several months. Any changes will be communicated well in advance, and families will receive transition support and guidance on enrollment.

The Transportation Department will ensure that all eligible students receive transportation based on their new school location and distance from their residence. With the exception of special education transportation services, all other eligible students must fall within the 2-mile radius eligibility criteria. The final list of eligible riders will be determined when a final decision is made for the new school location.

We will provide:

• Campus tours and transition events
• Parent meetings and FAQs for each affected school
• Assistance with transportation, enrollment, and schedules
• Counseling and emotional support for students who need it

The district is reviewing:

• Enrollment and demographic trends
• Facility capacity and condition
• Staffing needs and program access
• Operational and maintenance costs
• Financial impact of maintaining under-enrolled schools

Yes. The district will hold public meetings, community conversations, and campus-specific information sessions. Parents, staff, and community members will be encouraged to participate, ask questions, and share feedback.

If approved by the Board of Trustees, changes would take effect at the start of the 2026-2027 school year. Families will receive multiple notifications and support during the transition.

A dedicated webpage titled “United for the Future” will provide:

• Updates and announcements
• Meeting dates
• Presentations and data
• FAQs Transition information