Overview
- The final decision is now set for Dec. 4, with a newly added public hearing and straw vote on Nov. 20.
- Board members narrowed 11 options to Concept IV‑B and a second variant that adds middle‑school reassignments to strengthen the Wilde Lake Middle feed.
- Any redistricting of Centennial Lane Elementary is paused due to concerns about ripple effects and uncertain housing yield from nearby redevelopment.
- The leading elementary option would move about 122 Bryant Woods students to Swansfield or Running Brook, reducing Bryant Woods’ projected utilization from roughly 124% to about 82% next year.
- Directors requested more analysis on feeder patterns, potential loss of walkers, and transportation expenses, including a plan that would require an additional bus estimated at about $100,000.