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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 (alt-weekly)
· 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...
Key takeaway ’ appeared first on San Antonio Current.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The escalating school closures across Texas have significant implications for communities like Terrell Hills , where local schools are a vital part of the fabric. With at least 135 public schools closed or approved to close since late 2023, the impact on neighboring districts and the broader San Antonio area cannot be ignored. As state funding shortfalls continue to affect local districts, Terrell Hills residents should be aware of the potential ripple effects on their own schools and property values. The closures may also lead to increased enrollment pressures on remaining schools, potentially straining resources and affecting the quality of education. Terrell Hills parents and community members should be paying close attention to the developments in the Texas legislature and the responses of local education officials to address the funding crisis and mitigate its effects on local schools.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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