APS plans public hearings on school closures

Atlanta Public Schools has scheduled a series of public hearings in advance of 13 planned school closures. Information will be provided about the closure process and district officials will answer questions. Two public hearings are scheduled for each school slated for closure under the massive redistricting. The first meeting is at Herndon Elementary, Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. For a complete list: talkupaps.wordpress.com

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