Pasco County plan would close elementary school, revamp 2 others

The Pasco County School Board is considering a major restructuring plan for three elementary schools to address declining enrollment, underperforming state grades and aging facilities.Pasco County school restructuring planPasco County Superintendent John Legg proposed "ELEVATE 34668," a plan targeting three of the county’s elementary campuses that have not earned an "A" or "B" grade from the state in 14 years. Under the proposal, Fox Hollow Elementary would close completely, with students rezoned to nearby schools. Schrader Elementary would pivot to a STEAM magnet academy, while Gulf Highlands Elementary would rebrand as Highlands Exploratory Academy to focus on career exploration.Officials said the affected campuses faced multiple "D" and "F" grades over the past decade while sitting slightly over half capacity. Legg explained that sticking to old methods produces the same results, and that students deserve an innovative, hope-filled education with academic rigor. District leaders sai