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District 65 Moves to Close Kingsley Elementary Amid Budget Crisis

1/10/2026

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The Evanston/Skokie District 65 school board unanimously voted January 6, 2026, to initiate the closure process for Kingsley Elementary School and address a $10–$15 million structural deficit by 2030.
The board will hold three public hearings on January 21 and 22 before a final vote.
If financial criteria are not met by October, the board may close Lincolnwood Elementary and maintain a balanced budget with at least $2.7 million for maintenance.

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The Evanston/Skokie District 65 school board unanimously voted January 6, 2026, to initiate the closure process for Kingsley Elementary School and address a $10–$15 million structural deficit by 2030.
The board will hold three public hearings on January 21 and 22 before a final vote.
If financial criteria are not met by October, the board may close Lincolnwood Elementary and maintain a balanced budget with at least $2.7 million for maintenance.