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School closures are accelerating in US, but more financial pain lies ahead
By Nina Patel
Takeaways from AP's report on school closures in the US
Nina Patel
Nina Patel
Reporter · McDonough, GA
Nina Patel is an education advocate and former teacher with a Master's degree in Education from Georgia State University. Having reported for the Macon Telegraph, she brings a strong understanding of the educational landscape in McDonough.
More from Nina →Reporter · Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5:10 AM · 1 min read
Across the U.S., many students are experiencing disruptions as school buildings close and consolidate due to declining enrollment and reduced funding. Last year, 1,156 U.S. schools closed, the highest since the pandemic, according to an analysis of federal data by…
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