As Plano ISD’s first school year begins following the closure of four campuses, a new chapter is starting for impacted staff and families.

The big picture

Katy Crockett’s son Wyatt was a fourth grader for Davis Elementary’s last school year. Armstrong Middle, Carpenter Middle, Davis and Forman Elementary closed due to declining enrollment across the district.

Wyatt transferred to Harrington Elementary for fifth grade, and Crockett said that parents faced uncertainty over aspects of the transition to Harrington, including bussing. She added that parents have faced other challenges, such as long pickup and drop-off lines.

“We’re moving on, but it feels like we’re in this constant adjustment period,” she said. “It’s frustrating for Davis parents coming in and not knowing how anything wo

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