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| Consolidated Schools | 1 |
| Elementary Secondary Education | 1 |
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Peer reviewedMcLean, Russ – Clearing House, 2003
Considers how the closure and consolidation of schools are seen by cash-strapped boards of education as means to save money. Addresses the same "seven red herrings" or arguments that are repeated loudly and angrily to officials as they go through the process of public consultation. (SG)
Descriptors: Community Attitudes, Consolidated Schools, Elementary Secondary Education, Enrollment Trends
