Austin ISD Votes to Close Paredes Middle School Weeks Before School Year
Austin ISD has voted to close Paredes Middle School just weeks before the new school year is set to start.
Austin, TX, July 30, 2026 —
Austin, TX – The Austin Independent School District (AISD) board of trustees has voted to close Paredes Middle School. The decision comes just weeks before the start of the new academic year, impacting students, staff, and the surrounding community.
The specific reasons cited for the closure and the timeline for implementation were not immediately detailed in the public announcement. The closure of a school so close to the start of the school year raises numerous logistical and emotional challenges for the families and educators involved.
Further details regarding the district’s plan for displaced students and staff are expected to be released. The AISD board’s vote marks a significant development for the district, as it navigates decisions impacting its educational facilities. The school’s closure will necessitate reassignment of students to other campuses and potential changes for faculty and administrative personnel. The full impact and the next steps in the process remain under development.
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