Lakota Schools Closures and Levies
Key Questions
What school closures is the Lakota board considering?
On May 4, the Lakota school board will discuss closing Adena, Ridge, and West Freshman schools, along with reconfiguration and new ballot tax options after a prior defeat.
What community forums are happening for Lakota?
Ongoing forums address the proposed school closings and ballot issues.
What other school levies are on the primary ballot?
Voters decide on funding for Fairfield and Franklin City schools, among other emergency services, on primary election day.
What recent incident occurred at Franklin City Schools?
A staff member at Franklin Intermediate was taken into custody after bringing a weapon to campus and made a first court appearance.
What superintendent changes were announced?
Forest Hills School District selected Suzanna Davis as its new superintendent starting July 31; Middletown also announced a new superintendent.
May 4 board eyes closing Adena/Ridge/West Freshman, reconfiguration, ballot options post-defeat; forums ongoing; broader levies today Fairfield/Franklin City schools; East softball win; Forest Hills new supt Suzanna Davis July 31; Franklin Intermediate staffer custody for weapon; Middletown new supt announced.