Denver Public Schools Face Potential Closures Amid Budget Deficits
Denver Public Schools (DPS) Superintendent Alex Marrero has indicated that more school closures may be necessary before the current moratorium ends, due to declining enrollment and budgetary challenges. The district, which closed or downsized 10 schools last year, faces a projected $28 million deficit over the next five years if no action is taken. The decline in student numbers, driven by lower birth rates and high housing costs, has reduced per-pupil funding, prompting the district to consider further closures to balance its budget. The board is set to vote on a $1.49 billion budget for the next school year, with potential tax increases as a possible solution. 
