Fort Bend ISD has provided updated information regarding the recent school closures and boundary changes, addressing concerns from parents following the board’s decision to close seven schools.
During a meeting held on Monday night, district leaders announced that the district has entered the implementation phase following the board’s approval on March 9 for both boundary changes and school closures. The focus has now shifted to staffing, student transitions, transportation, communication, and program placement in preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 school year.
Families affected by these changes can expect to receive address-specific and program-specific information by mid-April. This communication will be contingent upon the final validation of address, zoning, and mapping data.
Teachers impacted by the closures will receive updates regarding their placements tomorrow. Some staff members will be informed of their new assignments, while others will be updated on the ongoing efforts by Human Resources to secure a suitable placement for them.
In addressing the needs of students in specialized programs, district leaders stated that they have reviewed the boundaries and programming for approximately 1,500 elementary students. They assessed each student’s current campus, zoned campus, and future placement, while collaborating with school principals to address space and program requirements.
The district emphasized that there will be no changes to student services or eligibility for special education programs. Melissa Hubbard assured trustees that students will continue to receive services as outlined in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and other existing plans. Families with children receiving special education services will receive separate, program-specific communications, which are expected to be coordinated and sent out by mid-April. Additionally, the district plans to hold district-wide campus open houses, allowing families to visit new campuses and meet staff prior to the transition.
Transportation changes are also on the horizon, with roughly 700 additional students expected to become eligible for bus service as a result of the new boundaries.
However, there are still some uncertainties. The district has not provided specific numbers regarding how many students and staff will be impacted by each closure and boundary adjustment. Furthermore, it remains unclear which campuses may be most affected once all placements are finalized.
Looking ahead, district leaders indicated that parents and teachers should have the essential information they need by mid-April. Planning for future boundary changes involving middle and high schools will continue throughout the fall.
