School Closures Rock El Paso – Parents Outraged Over ‘Unfair’ Education Cuts!

El Paso is facing growing outrage after a recent announcement that several local public schools will be permanently closed due to budget constraints and declining enrollment. The closures disproportionately affect schools in low-income neighborhoods, sparking fierce criticism from parents, teachers, and community leaders. The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) stated that the decision was made to optimize resources and consolidate students into fewer campuses with better facilities. But many families argue the move creates educational inequality and forces students to travel long distances to attend school. “This is an attack on our children’s future,” said a concerned parent during a heated town hall meeting. “They’re shutting down our schools while others stay untouched.” Education advocates warn that these closures will have long-term impacts on student performance, mental health, and community stability. Some schools on the list have served their neighborhoods for generations, making their closures a symbolic loss as much as a practical one. A protest is already being organized for next weekend at the EPISD headquarters, with parents demanding a reversal of the decision and greater transparency in how funding is allocated across districts.